Chapter 29 Won , is she using some kind of cheat ! How does she keep hitting every target ? Inside the shooting range , a group of kids gathered around , their faces a misture of awe and disbelief as they watched Noelle .
Their eyes sparkled .
with adusiration , as if they were witnessing a superhero in action .
It had all started when Noelle grew bored of the standard shooting gate .
The targets are too big , and the distance is too short , she had said with a hint of disdain .
After all , back when en she was a sniper , her job requires her to hit moving targets from miles away .
A mere 50 feet ? That was childs play So shed asked the shop owner to raise the stakes : blindfolded shooting But she didnt stop there .
To make it even harder , Noelle insisted on spinning herself around a few times before taking aim The challenge level skyrocketed .
Most people could barely hit the targets while blindfolded , let alone after spinning themselves into disorientation At first , the crowd had been skeptical , thinking Noelle was just trying to show off .
But when she blindfolded herself with a sleek black ribbon , spun around gracefully , and then hit every single stuffed toy on the shelves with unerring precision , skepticism turned into stunned applause .
Shes incredible ! a kid shouted .
Children , naturally drawn to talent , began crowding around her .
Their voices chimed in unison , Miss , can you teach us how to shoot like that ? You want to learn ? Noelle looked down at the cluster of eager faces .
Yeah ! She sighed dramatically , tapping her chin as if weighing a difficult decision .
Hmm , this is a problem … Why The kids looked nervous , fearing shed refuse .
Well , its simple for me because Im a genius Noelle said , flashing a confident smile .
But you guys ? You dont seem to have the talent .
Even if I taught you you wouldnt get it .
The kids exchanged glances .
Wow .
Shes so full of herself Unbothered , Noelle skipped over to Nicolas , holding up a stuffed bear with gleaming eyes .
Nick , look ! Isnt this bear adorable ? Yeah , its cure , Nicolas replied , sparing the bear a glance before his eyes returned to Noelle .
While hed already witnessed her exceptional skills during hunts seeing her display her talents so casually still left him in awe .
Is she even human ! he wondered .
This is for you Noelle said , thrusting the bear into his arms .
Wow , a gift for me ? Nicolas raised an eyebrow , smirking as he caught the bear .
Of course ! Noelles smile was as bright as the sun .
Lhad so much fun today , all thanks to you .
Its only fair to return the favor .
Thats called reciprocation You really know your manners , huh ? Nicolas trased , unalale to hide his amusement .
Of course ! Noelle puffed out her chest , looking adorably proud .
Im not dumb , you know , That made Nicolas Lasigla even harder , his shoulders shaking as he tried to hold it in .
How does she always manage to make me laugh so effortlessly ? Nearby , Bryan sighed .
Sure , Miss Anderson is thoughtful , but wasnt it Nicolas who paid for the bullets she used to win that bear ! Isnt this just giving his monry back to him ! Still , he said nothing .
As long as hes happy , I suppose it doesnt matter Just thens , a calm yet uncertain male voler rang out from the entrance : Noelle ? Huh ? Noelle turned toward the sound Standing in the aloorway was a tall , handsome man dressed in casual black attire .
His eyes locked onto Noelle , and when she faced him , lus cold , 1/2 927 AM c Chapter 29 distant expression melted into joy .
It really is you , the man said , stepping closer .
Nicolas immediately recognized him : Harley Parker , heir to the Parker family .
Known for his aloof demeanor , Harley wasnt someone easy to approach , and hed been abroad for years .
How does he know Noelle ? Nicolas wondered Harley approached with measured steps , his refined smile in place .
Elly , is this your friend ? he asked , glancing at Nicolas .
Noelle tilted her head , scrutinizing Harley before asking bluntly .
Who are you ! Harley froze , his entire body stiffening .
You dont remember me ? he asked , his voice dropping .
Nope , Noelle replied casually .
Have we met before ! Nicolas couldnt help but chuckle .
Noelles complete lack of concern w with and she couldnt care less .
If you dont know him , lets go , Nicolas said , smiling at her .
Okay Noelle linked her arm with his and prepared to leave .
was always refreshing .
A man everyone else would try to ingratiate themselves Harleys gaze darkened when he noticed her casual intimacy with Nicolas .
He immediately recognized Nicolas as the infamous playboy of the Sawyer family .
How could Noelle be with someone like him ? Quickly stepping in front of them , Harleys voice turned cold .
Why are you with Nicolas ? Hes a notorious womanizer .
Did he trick you ? Hearing the tone Harley used for Nicolas , Noelles brows furrowed .
Whats your problem ? Nicks my fiancé .
He wouldnt trick me .
Harley looked as though hed been struck by lightning .

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He stood frozen , his face drained of all color .
Your … fiance ? Just then , Connor arrived , panting slightly .
Harley ! Man , you ran like crazy ! I knew you wanted to play .
Whats going on ? Connors casual tone faltered as he noticed the tense atmosphere .
He spotted Nicolas and frowned .
Whats a notorious playboy doing in a place like this Nicolas , unfazed by the growing crowd , leaned closer to Noelle .
Elly , lets go .
Noelle said , Okay The two walked past Harley , who remained frozen in place .
But as they neared the exit , Harley suddenly called out , his voice sharp : Two years ago .
Dalneau Bay .
Thunder Unit .
Connor flinched .
Harley , what are you talking about ? Noelle paused mid step , her eyes widening slightly as realization dawned .
Oh , she said brightly , I remember now .
What is it ? Nicolas asked , curious Noelle turned to him with a casual shrug .
Two years ago , I saved that