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Alkaid and Ivan were only so eager to see Noe off because they wanted to get a gander at what
the big cheese of the Abyssal Organization looked like!
But they got just a glimpse of the hoity–tolty Palmer sitting in the car.
When Palmer gave them the eye. Alkald and Ivan felt like they were under attack by that sharp
hawk–like stare, full of scrutiny and wariness, as he watched them holding Noe’s hand.
Holy moly, the CEO of the Pock Group was seriously intimidating!
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Alkaid whispered, “What do you reckon, could the Pock Group’s CEO be that Vocalist from the
Abyssal Organization?”
“Do you even have to ask? With the way he was looking at us, he was practically shooting
daggers.”
“Dude, I thought Noe was ying the field! The Pock Group with all their riches, probably offing
people for fun when they’re bored, huh? Gee, I didn’t expect that our gang would be getting hitched
with the Abyssal Organization even now!”
Ivan rolled his eyes. “Our boss ain’t any better. What if she tricked or snatched that Vocalist, huh?”
“You might be onto something.”
The two exchanged nces, watching the Porsche Cayenne’s exhaust fumes fade into the
distance, lost for words.
Inside thetest model Cayenne, Palmer handed Noe a cup of water, and gently touched her
hands.
Thank goodness, not too cold. She hasn’t frozen.
Noe felt weird and thought, “I’m not a toddler; how would I let myself get cold?”
“It’s been days, but only now did I realize that I could actually miss someone this much,” said
Palmer.
Annie, sitting in the passenger seat, was shivering with goosebumps!
The old Mr. Pock, Sexton Pock, was worried Palmer didn’t know how to romance, but with that
smooth talk, it was more like worrying whether Noe could handle it!
Palmer watched Noe sipping water with a smile growing deeper.
Noe capped the cup and nced at Palmer with a coquettish look, murmuring, “You always this
straightforward?”
really. I used to hate showing emotions as a kid. So after my mom passed away, I’ve been full of
regret. If I’d expressed my feelings more when she was alive, she’d have known how
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much I loved her.”
There was a faint mncholy in Palmer’s voice, a hint of sorrow in his handsome and stern
features, his smile turning bittersweet.
“Sorry, I didn’t mean it like that.”
“No worries, everything I say to youes straight from the heart. If you don’t like it. I’ll learn to
change. Just give me some time.” His voice was deep and maic, enough to make anyone’s
ears tingle.
Annie shuddered, thinking how on earth was Miss Noe going to turn down her boss now!
Sure enough. Noe simply stated, “No need to change.”
Palmer’s face lit up with joy and asked, “So, do you like hearing me talk like this?”
How had Noe never noticed him being such a brown–noser before?
Annie silently pulled out earplugs from her bag and put them on with practiced ease. maintaining
the professionalism expected of a top–level assistant.
“What do you fancy eating? Got any ns for tonight?”
Noe shook her head.
“Anything’s fine.”
Beckett knew she was going out for dinner with Palmer, and the Schnabel family wouldn’t wait for
her. Tristan and Sienna were probably thrilled to have Noe and Palmer stick together all day,
under the guise of fostering a rtionship.
“Then let’s grab dinner first, and afterwards, I want to take you somewhere.”
“Where to?”
“You’ll find out when we get there. Let’s keep some mystery, shall we? Heard you went to MediCore
University today with your brother. Thinking of studying there?”
Noe wasn’t surprised that Palmer knew her whereabouts; she had turned a blind eye to the
Pock Group personnel lurking around corners.
“Don’t you want me to?”
Palmer held her hand, warming it in his, a feeling that always brought himfort, as if all the
fatigue and the sickening backstabbing just washed away.
“It’s not what I mean. Medical studies are tough, and you’d be in theb most of the time. I’d think
you’d prefer to keep some time for yourself, for other things.”
Noe certainly wouldn’t just abandon her own organization. To have time for taking on jobs, she
couldn’t schedule all her time at school.
In the past, her time was divided between old Mrs. Lambert and missions; now, she had to
share it with the Schnabel family and Palmer. For the first time, Noe felt like there weren’t
enough hours in the day!
“Yeah, I’ll think about it.”
Palmer smiled, his handsome face glowing, almost dazzling. If Noe studied medicine, she’d
hardly have time for him, and that would mean less time together – no way that could happen!
Besides, with Noe’s talent, she didn’t need to waste time at university.
“Your grandpa Sexton’s medicine is all arranged; it’ll be delivered tomorrow.”
“Thanks! I’lle to pick you up.”
On the bund in Imperial City, the rippling river reflected the ptial restaurant on the roadside.
where the piano music inside was melodious and lingering.
Palmer pulled out a chair for Noe, a perfect gentleman, and only sat down opposite her after
making sure she wasfortably seated.
“What’s the deal with Yvonne?”
“Simple. She was tempted by the amount of money Thorpe offered, so she took a job under
Lunaris‘ name, and got taken away by Thorpe. She should be at the port by now.”
Noe frowned slightly. Yvonne was, after all, still with the Schnabel family. If she was indeed taken
out of the country by Thorpe, it would bring some trouble to the family.
Palmer poured her a ss of wine, his affectionate gaze on her face, always feeling at peace
whenever he saw her.
“Don’t worry, he ain’t going anywhere. Grandpa Marcel’s got a special status. If anyone from the
Schnabel family tries to make a run for the border, it’ll definitely set off rm bells.”
“You got people set up at the port?”
Palmer swirled the liquid in his ss, chuckling with a knowing smirk.
“Didn’t you take care of it too? Great minds think alike, eh? You and I are really in sync.”
Noe was at a loss for words.
Maybe they did have a kind of unspoken understanding. Ever since their organizations began
eyeing the same hit jobs, there’s been no shortage of tussles and sneaky power ys.
No wonder Alkaid and Ivan were so curious about him!
“When do we make our move then?”
Palmerid out the nicely cut steak in front of Noe and said with poise and elegance, “No rush.
Gotta at least let you have your fill first. This restaurant’s steak is on point. Wanna try?”
“It is good.”
After the meal, Palmer took Noe’s hand and led her straight to the beach, boarding a yacht
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with her. The yacht was alight, hosting a low–key dinner party.
Palmer’s arrival drew plenty of stares, but even more eyes were fixed on Noe, the woman he
was holding hands with!
Under the lights, Noe’s demeanor was cool and detached, like a queen looking down on her
subjects, exuding an otherworldly and stunning elegance.
“That must be Noe, right? She’s gorgeous, a perfect match for Mr. Pock.”
“The young miss is even more beautiful in person than on live TV!”
Palmer extended his hand, signaling Noe to take his arm, showing impable manners even
though she hadn’t been prepped to attend the dinner.
“Are we joining the party?”
“No, just passing through. This yacht will pass by the port where Thorpe is nning his escape.”
Palmer caught Noe’s slender waist and slowly stepped into the dance floor to the rhythm of a
waltz, the chandelier’s light rippling down, the open sea stretching out endlessly.
Leaning close to Noe’s ear, Palmer’s voice dropped to a low, maic whisper that tickled her
senses. “By the way, I just wanted to spend some more time with my fiancée. I’ve been
missing you these past few days. Have you thought about me at all?”