Chapter 559

Julian had been standing at a distance the entire time, but now he stepped forward, lowering his voice. "Mr. Blackwood was here just a few days ago. This time, he came specifically for Ms. Xanthos."

Noelle froze, glancing toward the tall figure now making his way back to her.

Julian quickly stepped back to his previous spot.

Christian approached, holding a hairpin studded with small diamonds. "I couldn't find one exactly like yours, but this one's pretty close."

Noelle's body stiffened as she gathered her long hair back up, but her mind echoed with Julian's words—Mr. Blackwood cam specifically for Ms. Xanthos.

Behind her, Christian's pleasant voice broke through her thoughts. "Is this how it goes in?"

He was trying to pin her hair, but each attempt failed.

And with every movement, his firm body brushed against her hips, while the warmth of his breath occasionally touched the back of her neck.

Noelle felt like she was standing in front of a furnace, the heat making her want to