Chapter 41

Chapter 41 The guy with the phone blinked in confusion , realizing his viewfinder was suddenly blocked .

Il , imposing figure stepped forward Harley .

His sharp , cold gaze locked onto the would be photographer like a hawk spotting prey.

A tall , Dont take photos without permission , Harley said , his voice low but packed with authority S.

Sorry ! The student stammered , lowering his phone immediately under the weight of Harleys chilling aura .

Harley confirmed there were no pictures saved before turning away and striding toward Noelle .

All night .

I get it youre amazing .

Now open your eyes liefore people start thinking we have a little blind student wandering around , he said with an exasperated chuckle .

Hmph .

Noelle slowly blinked her eyes open , tilting her head at Harley .

Next time , dont underestimate me She puffed up her cheeks slightly , still miffed .

As if someone like Harley could actually protect her .

She used to be his commanding officer !! Harley couldnt help but smirk at her stubborn streak .

I didnt underestimate you .

Then why are you hovering like Im some fragile doll ? Caught off guard , Harley stumbled for a reply .

He gazed at her , wondering how someone could be so perceptive about some things and so clueless about others .

Its just instinct , I guess , he finally admitted , shrugging with a small sigh .

Fine .

My bad .

Good .

Noelle said triumphantly .

Dont do it again .

Leia , walking nearby , had been listening to their exchange the entire time .

What is wrong with Noelle she thought , exasperated .

Anyone with half a brain could see Harley wants to protect her because he likes her ! But she twists it into some ridiculous insult about being underestimated .

person be ? Sull , Leia couldnt

remain oblivious , it gave her more room to swoop in and win

pleasantries from the university president , filled with generic words of encouragement for the incoming freshmen Next up was

president being unwell , the vice president Eli was called to step This was a side

stage , his tall , lean frame exuding

perfectly knotted tie , and polished demeanor made him look every bit the part of a leader

and professional When Eli spoke , his voice was clear and soothing

he appeared , the audience was captivated

, the vice president is so handsome ? Forget joining a

to be near

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! Because if he is , Im

chatter around her

Elif Noelle thought Her impression

, he was the perpetually stern and

he was practically a celebrity

Eli secretly a master of disguise ? Noelle thought

on the other hand , was fully aware of Els popularity at school , but

forming

was this admired , she could surely use his influence to her advantage

students gathered

sit next to Noelle

run for class

him slightly

, Harley turned to

interested in running for anything ? Ugh , no way

much work , Noelle said , scrunching her

middle school, where being a class rep meant endless chores , was still fresh in

I wont run either , Harley

Why not ? Noelle asked ,

me to run ? Harley countered , his tone

Well .

lit up

the rules for me , right ? Harley

case , Ill run

clenched her fists under the table , her nails digging into her

and Noelles close relationship was a

of a prestigious family , his lineage marked by both historical

a whole tier above , making it clear that Harley had no reason to defer to anyone , let alone cater their whims

yet , when it came to Noelle ,

so far as to change his own plans just because Noelle mentioned wanting someone to pull some strings for her

left everyone scratching

, really ? What has she done to deserve st such loyalty

, Harley won the election by a landslide and was

much to her satisfaction , became the vice rep , tasked with assisting him After the class officer elections wrapped up and the advisor finished going over the necessary details , the meeting

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