No longer a pushover (Noelle and Cedric) novel Chapter 897

When Noelle heard Cedric say that, if it weren't for the look on his face, she might've really believed he was just asking out of concern about her schedule. But for once, she caught on quickly.

"I have class," she said matter-of-factly, then went straight to the kitchen to grab a glass of water—her throat felt uncomfortably dry.

Noelle stood by the fridge when a warm, solid chest pressed against her back, and strong arms wrapped around her waist. She nearly choked on her water.

After she finished drinking, she turned around cautiously, eyeing Cedric. "Do you want water too?"

Cedric didn't answer. Instead, he leaned down and took a sip directly from her glass. Noelle glanced up at him—he really was handsome. From the side, his sharp features looked almost unreal. He drank slowly, looking effortlessly attractive without even trying.

When Cedric pulled back, a drop of water lingered on his lips, and he just stared at her. Noelle instinctively wanted to wipe it away, but before she could, he kissed her. His kiss was deep and passionate as he gently lifted her onto the kitchen counter.

Noelle's heart fluttered as she wrapped her arms around Cedric's neck. She really liked him and didn't mind getting close like this. Her willingness lit a fire in his eyes.

He paused, breathing uneven, his gaze burning with restrained desire. This usually cool and composed man now looked like a boy in love, waiting for her answer.

Noelle got a little shy and looked down. Cedric kissed her neck softly and asked, "Can I?"

Noelle quickly pulled her hands back, flustered. "Then, never mind."

Cedric chuckled low in his throat and trailed kisses down her neck, like he had any intention of stopping now. Of course, he didn't. Noelle clutched his shoulders, a little embarrassed, glancing around the kitchen as car horns honked faintly outside.

Inside, though, it was silent—too silent. She already knew she would never be able to look at the kitchen the same way again.

"Not now. Or I won't be able to stop." She instantly tucked her hand back, knowing they still had things to do today.

The two of them stayed like that for a while, wrapped up in each other. Eventually, Cedric carried Noelle back into the master bedroom. She wriggled out of his arms and darted straight into the bathroom.

Cedric rubbed his temples. He'd definitely be buying some later—there would be a next time.

After all their flirting, it was already midday. Cedric drove her to L Bistro for lunch. Noelle opened her phone and saw the latest coverage of Maple Enterprise's new release. Naturally, the Liddells' public embarrassment was all over the article, while Maple's product earned glowing praise.

She smiled to herself. The Liddells were probably banging their heads against the wall with regret. She shared the news report with Cedric.

While keeping his eyes on the road, he asked calmly, "So... when are you planning to report them?"