Chapter 696

Noelle practically flew into his arms, dropping everything she was holding as she threw herself against Charles.

It was only when she felt his warm body that her racing heart finally settled. She clung to him like he was the most precious thing in the world, refusing to let go. She was afraid that if she did, he might vanish like a dream. Sensing her anxiety, Charles wrapped his arms around her, gently patting her back in a soothing rhythm. "It's okay, I'm here," he whispered.

"I'm not a dream. I'm right here by your side."

Hearing his words, Noelle tightened her hold even more. "I know... I know it's really you. I can feel your warmth. But Charlie, why did you come?"

She had assumed he was either asleep or busy with work at this hour. She never expected him to drive all the way from Phoenix Tree Residence in the middle of the night.

The drive from Phoenix Tree Residence to her place took at least an hour, which meant Charles had left a while ago. There was not even a hint of chill on his body, suggesting that he had waited downstairs for a long time until he had warmed up before coming up to her. Noelle clasped her arms around his waist, unwilling to let go. Charles sighed in resignation but indulged her, making no move to remove her hands.

of her head. "What is

didn't you say Janet had someone following me? What if they saw

fingers through her hair. "There's no way

continued to hold her. "I'm not going anywhere. Now, can

"No." No matter what he said, she refused to

this late isn't right, you

Are you saying I should leave

Noelle interrupted before he could finish, wrapping her arms and legs around his waist as if to keep him there. "This is my territory, and you don't get to come

domain, you became mine. Here,

poked his chest with her delicate finger.

this feisty side of Noelle. He gently took her finger, kissing it tenderly. "Yes, my queen." Noelle raised her eyebrows, clearly satisfied with his obedient response. She nodded approvingly and finally

me what's your reason for sneaking over here in

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