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Chapter 74

Author: Jean Song
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-25 10:30:01
"Yes," Noelle answered curtly.

"So, what right do you have to criticize me, Noelle? Didn't you also resort to underhanded tactics to be with Hendrix?"

Noelle's eyes turned solemn at Maxwell's accusations.

When she wanted to say something, Maxwell continued, "If you're already over him, why did you choose to get into this car? Why didn't you go to the hospital instead? Wasn't this… your plan?

"Noelle, what happened last night… I was wrong. You said that you can't handle my affection, but fundamentally, we're no different from each other.

"You chose to get into his car last night because you were sure that he wouldn't ignore you. Am I right?"

It was midday, and the strong sunshine shone upon them. Their skins were burning, but all Noelle felt was a chill all over her body. Even her balled fist was slowly loosening.

Staring at her pasty face, Maxwell reckoned that he had hit the nail on the head, and his smirk deepened. However, the look in his eyes turned sinister at the same time
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