Chapter 32

Chapter 32 Alright , Leia reluctantly agreed , forcing a smile despite her confusion as to why Harley wanted Noelle to join th Then its sealed Harley said .

TI pick you both up on Saturday Really Leias mood instantly soared .

Are you sure it wont be too much trouble for you ! their gathering .

Why does he care Not at all .

Thank you .

Harley .

Youre welcome , Harley replied .

Though hed offered to pick them up , his true motive was simple he couldnt wait to see Noelle again .

If theres nothing else , Ill hang up now , Harley added .

Alright , Harley .

Bye As Leia ended the call , her heart danced with excitement .

All her previous worries about reconnecting with Harley after his return had evaporated .

He had reached out to her first ! Could it be that Harleys been thinking about me all these years too ? Leia wondered , her thoughts swirling with hope .

After all , he hadnt called anyone else , just her .

The idea sent her spirits soaring .

Even the fact that Noelle was coming along didnt seem like a big deal anymore .

Shes only coming because Harley invited me first , Leia reassured herself .

Without me , she wouldnt even be on his radar .

Around 10 PM , Nicolas dropped Noelle e off at at home .

By then , most of the Anderson family had retired to their moms , except for Eli , who was still downstairs The moment Eli saw Noelle , his expression darkened .

Noelle , come here .

Huh ? Eli ? Noelle greeted him cheerfully , entirely oblivious to his sour mood .

She walked over with a bright smile and waved .

Youre still awake ? I brought some late night snacks .

Want some ? Eli , already simmering with frustration , glowered at her nonchalant demeanor .

, werent you

Noelle blinked , surprised

were planning to hide it ? to

not really

a drumstick from the

its a big deal

going to marry so its not something I could hide forever want to marry Nicolas ? Elis voice grew colder

a notorious playboy

, mark my words ? I dont

the drumstick again , her voice muffled but resolute

, so I want

he promised he wouldnt mess around with other women anymore

those women who naively believe every sweet lie from a soundarl Elis frustration boiled

? Are you stupid ? Do you think a man like him will ever

arent I ? Eli

breath , he continued , Fine

if another woman seduces Nicolas and he cheats on you ? What then ? Dont worry , Hi Noelles tone was

said , If he breaks

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had already skipped upstairs with her snacks , leaving him standing there in stunned

room , Leias door

wait

? Noelle turned , her expression curious

Leia hesitated , a friendly smile plastered on her face

just returned to the country , and he suggested we all go out for

, if youre busy ,

that

didnt come , Leia could have Harley all to

her dismay , Noelle answered without hesitation , Saturday ? Im free that day ? Really ? Leias smile faltered for a split second before she quickly

with Nicolas that day ?

suggested , trying to sound casual But I dont know

, tilting her head thoughtfully

could respond , Elis voice cut through the air , laced with suspicion Leia , why are you encouraging Noelle to contact Nicolas ? Leia

Eli glaring at her from the staircase, his expression

stammered , searching for an explanation : Youve always said Noelle should stay away from

reach out to him ? Caught off guard

maintain her composure

just thinking that if Noelle spent more time with Nicolas , he might realize how great she is and change his

, thats naive , Eli said

think a playboy like him will ever change ? Leias checks flushed with

head and muttered , Youre right ,

was being

Im so sorry .

he could get a word our Eli muttered under his breath , shaking

help but notice her daughters effort

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