NovelEnglishChapter 552: "Why did you cback so early today?" she ventured cautiously.
Noah fixed his gaze on her. "I wrapped up early at the company, so I returned," he explained, his voice even and emotionless.
Sadie observed him, her unease mounting.
She sensed that Noah was withholding something.
"Noah," she started, her voice tinged with hesitation, “there's something I need to discuss." "What is it?" he inquired.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTaking a deep breath to steady herself, Sadie revealed, "Alex... he wants to work with you." Noah's expression sharpened immediately, his focus intensifying as he regarded Sadie.
"Alex?" His tone was edged with a chill. "He wants to collaborate with you?" "Yes," Sadie confirmed. "He mentioned that his father orchestrated the recent events, and he's looking to put an end to his father's plan." A wry smile appeared on Noah's lips.
"Put an end to his father's plan? What right does he have to stop anything?" Sadie met his gaze earnestly.
"He claims he has evidence of his father's crimes and is willing to share it with you if you agree to collaborate." Noah paused, his expression unreadable as he considered her words. The study fell into an eerie silence, punctuated only by the soft ticking of the wall clock.
Sadie observed Noah, her anxiety mounting with each passing second.
"What do you think?” Noah finally broke the silence.
More content at galSadie was surprised; she hadn't expected him to seek her opinion.
Sadie hesitated, searching for the right words. "I think it's worth considering." "Really?" Noah's voice held a hint of amusement. "Do you think I should trust him?" "I don't know," Sadie admitted, shaking her head slightly.
Noah's gaze was intense, filled with complex emotions.
Sadie's heart felt heavy.
"I just..." She paused, struggling to find the words.
"Just what?" Noah prompted.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"I just don't want you to be blindsided," Sadie said, taking a deep breath and holding his gaze. “There's a lot of bad blood between you and the Howe family, but I hope you can approach this calmly and not let anger cloud your judgment." Noah watched her, his expression softening slightly.
"I see," he said slowly. "I'll think about it." Sadie exhaled in relief.
"Thank you, Noah," she murmured.
Sadie exited the study, closing the door softly behind her.
The gentle light in the hallway washed over her, it did little to lift the heaviness in her heart.
A persistent barrier of unspoken words seemed to d to separate her and Noah, making him seem distant.
As she descended the stairs, Noah's penetrating gaze lingered, in her m ve mind.
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