Chapter 125 Chapter 125 After dealing with the Anderson family , Nicolas braided upstairs without wasting a second .
He stopped in front of the third door on the left and knocked lightly .
Flly babe , its me , Nick Silence .
Frowning , he tried again .
Still no response Is she asleep ? Something felt off .
He pushed the door open , and the second he stepped inside , a faint metallic scent hit him .
Blood .
His chest tightened as he hurried over to the bed .
Noelle was curled up under the blanket , hugging a pillow .
Her breathing was uneven , soft but shaky .
Her face , though no longer pale , was flushed in a way that didnt look right .
She was burning up .
Elly babe .
Nicolas crouched down pressing the back of his is hand to her forehead .
The beat that met his skin made his stomach drop Shit .
Shes burning up Her fever had to be at least 104 degrees Faltenbrit Without hestation , he scooped her up , holding her against his chest .
His hund gently cupped her cheek as he tried to wake her.
Elly babe , come on .
Wake up A few seconds passed before her eyelashes fluttered , Slowly , she opened her eyes , her gaze hazy and unfocused Then despite everything , she gave him a weak , sleepy smile and reached our Nick youre here .
Hugme Nicolas swallowed hard . She looked nothing like the bright , energetic girl he knew .
She was fragile , weak , like she might slip away if he let go .
A sharp pain twisted in his chest .
He held her closer , his voice barely steady .
Baby , why did you let it get this bad ? He had known she was hurt from their call earlier , but he hadnt realized just how bad it was .
She was barely hanging on Noelle was completely tired .
Her body felt like dead weight , the fever refusing to break .
The wound was inflamed , burning up along with her She slumped against Nicolass chest , too weak to even lift her brad Barely above a whisper , she mumbled , Ran into some hitmen ... Damon was there too .
They were after him .
Took a bullet for him ended up like thi Nicolass expression darkened instantly , Damon The same bastard who had once threatened to kill Elly babe !! You took a bullet for him ! Are you serious ? His voice was tight his chest burning with frustration .
What the hell are you thinking ? Noelle didnt even open her eyes .
Had to build a good relationship with him .
He was ready to cut ties , but after this ... now he cares There was almost a hint of pride in her voice .
Nicolas let out a sharp breath , his jaw clenching .
You nearly died for that ? t He wanted to grab her and shake some sense into her .
Is your connection to the Anderson family really worth risking life ? Youve taken a bullet , and for what ? Have you even thought about the people who actually card about you ? The ones who will be terrified anything happens to you ? .
Nicolas wanted to be mad he was mad but looking at her now , so weak and helpless , he just couldnt bring himself to say anything harsh .
Taking a slow breath , he kept his voice steady .
Elly babe , let me see your injury Yeali Noelle Lurely nodded .
She tried to lift her left shoulder but struggled , her movements sluggish .
Nicolas immediately stepped in , gently pushing her clothes aside .
The mistet he saw her wound , his breath caugh A derp , bloody hole marred her once flawless skin .
The bleeding had stopped , and a scab had formed , but the raw pink flesh underneath was still vible Seeing it up close , Nicolas whole body tensed .
His hands shook , his chest felt right , and for a second , he forgot how no breathe ..
His eyes darkened , jaw clenching as he grilled out , Noelle , are you insane ! Youre seriously hurt , and youre just lying here like its nothing ? You need to go to the hospital .
Now se into her again .
It she had a death wish , she shouldve just said so , he would buy her the nicest grave money .
He wanted to yell , to shake some sense into her 1/2 7:24 AM Chapter 125 But no matter how pissed he was , his body moved on instinct .
He was ready to pick realy to pick her up up and get her to the hospital right that second .
Before he could , Noelle grabbed his hand , squeezing in tightly .
y .
She pressed her head against his chest , shaking her head .
Nick , I cant go to the hospital Cant ? His voice was sharp .
Noelle , you have a bullet wound .
What do you mean you cant ? She was as stubborn as ever .
No Elly babe His pati patience was hanging by a thread .
But instead of backing down .
Noelle smiled .
She forced her eyes open , exhaustion clear on her face , but still , she smiled at him .
Nick , dont worry .
Im tougher than I look . Ill be fine in less than a week .
It wont even leave a scar Nicolas just stared at her .
A week ? Are you serious ? She nodded confidently , then tilted her head , her voice softening Dont be mad .
You look kinda hot when youre angry , but I like it better when you smile .
Your smile is my favorite .
His heart did a damn flip .
Even now , looking like she would pass out any second , she still had the nerve to mess with him .
With a sigh , he reached out and flicked her forehead .
Youre barely holding on , and you think I can still smile ! Huh ? Theres really nothing to worry about .
Noelle murmured , wrapping her arms around his waist and pressing closer .
She barely had the energy to keep her eyes open , so she just rested her head against his chest , letting out a soft sigh .
This injury is nothing Nothing ! Nicolas almost lost it right then and there .
His grip on her tightened as he fought the urge to scold her .
She had a bullet wound , and she was acting like she just scraped her knee .
Noelle just let out a tired hum , her voice soft and almost playful .
Seriously , Ive had worse ? Then , like she was talking about a bad memory from gym class , she added , One time , every bone in my body was shattered .
All my joints were broken .
No medicine , no help .
just me , left to figure it out on my own .
I survived that .
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