When Love Is a Lie

Before she could react, a strong hand yanked her arm. Whitney stumbled and landed against

Noel’s chest

i so sorry, Ms. Spencer! Mr. Howard! It’s my fault – I wasn’t careful!” “The housekeeper looked horrified.

Noel’s voice was calm but firm, “You didn’t spill the soup or hurt ampune, so it’s not a big deal, just be more careful next time. And who’s supposed to be watching

The housekeeper nervously muttered someone else’uname.⠀⠀

“Tell to dock half a month’s pay from her, “Noel said coldly.

The housekeeper nodded quicldy and hurried off toward the dining room

Noel turned back to Whitney. His drep, gentle voice came from above her. “I pulled a little hard. Are your legs okay?”

Whitney tilted her head up, meeting the sharp, chiseled line of his jaw, she suddenly realized she was still pressed against him, in plainview of the bustling staff. Flustered, she took a quick step back–only to be pulled into another embrace

time it was someone else.

for catching her, Noel, but I’ll take it from here,” said a smooth, confident voice

wave of disgust rose in her chest. She pushed against him, trying to free herself, but it was useless. Instead of letting go, he smiled and said, “You’re healing tast Your leg and wrist seem much better now.

asked, “What do you think, Noel?!

wasn’t in her hands yet, and now Damian was

pale face and then said, “We should definitely discuss it, but let’s pick the date carefully this time.

in Damian’s arms. Her head tumed slightly as she looked up at Noel. The icy wall she’d built around herself started to crack.

went her to marry Damian

“Picking the right date is crucial. Of course, so is the bride. As long as Whitney stops tripping

respond. He simply said, “Let’s sit down, Grandpa will

in his room while at fastened the buttons

bark,” the housekeeper mentioned casually.

nonchalant has “What have you found out

Seror,” Isaac said. “Apart from working at Howard Coup, attending social events, and traveling for business, these haar’t been anything sosial. Howryrt,

Yates went to the hospital?” Elijatos eyebrows lifted