Chapter 321

Tears welled up in Noelle's eyes when she thought about what had happened in the morning.

John said softly, "Don't worry about it. It wasn't a big deal. If something like that happens again, remember to stay calm, okay?"

He recalled the state she was in when he arrived; she was crying her eyes out, covered in mud, and asking everyone who walked by for her ID. It broke his heart to see her like that.

"I will." Noelle nodded, her eyes glistening with tears.

"Elle!" Quentin called out from a distance, his expression grim.

Noelle turned around and noticed him, though she had no idea when he had arrived. Quentin demanded, "Come here!"

She didn't budge, her eyes glinting with disdain and tears. "Quentin Lowe, you weren't around when I needed you most. So, why are you here now?"

Noticing the hatred in her eyes, he frowned and softened his tone. "Elle, I get that you're upset at me because I wasn't there for your exam, but I'm still your husband; shouldn't you be standing by my side