Chapter 592

Noelle was at work that afternoon when her phone rang. The caller ID flashed a familiar name—Clement.

She answered in surprise, "Clement?"

Clement Xanthos's voice was steady and warm. "Elle, I'm in Collinview City. Let's meet up tonight."

Noelle replied quickly, "Yeah, sure! Clement, what brings you back? Is it for work?"

Clement was the son of Noelle's second uncle and had been stationed in Coastal Cove for years. She hadn't seen him in what felt like forever.

"Yeah, for work," Clement replied warmly.

Not wanting to interrupt her work, Clement ended the call.

"I'll be right back, just heading to the restroom," Clement told the group of friends who were hosting a welcome gathering for him, before turning and leaving the private room.

Inside the restroom, a tall man stood by the sink.

Clement walked over to a nearby stall, glancing sideways as he zipped up his pants. "Mr. Lowe, you should head back to Dragfort. Elle doesn't take back her exes."

Quentin, mid-zip, paused and sho