Chapter 246 Chapter 246 Not even a little bit .
Noelles answer came swift and sure without a trace of hesitation .
Nicolas couldnt help but chuckle softly .
He leaned down and pressed a light kiss to her smooth , radiant forehead , his voice teasing as he murmured .
Really not even a little scared ? My face minstve looked pretty terrifying just now .
Why were you staring at me so hard then , hmm ? But Noelle , ever the logical little genius , tilted her head and countered , Well , if I were actually scared , wouldnt I not be able to look at your Why would I keep staring if I was frightened Could it be , Nicolas mused with a faux serious tone , that maybe youre just not quite normal ? Huh ? Im not normal!! Noelle puffed up immediately , her cheeks flushing with indignation .
Seeing her turn into a little angry pufferfish .
Nicolas couldnt help himself he kissed her again , this time on the cheek , and laughed ..
Okay , okay I was joking , baby .
Dont take it seriously .
I was staring at you she said , because I thought that side of you was kind of fascinating Fascinating Nicolas raised an eyebrow .
Noelle nodded seriously Youre always so gentle and kind with me .
Thats the side of you I know best .
But I also know thats not all of you .
And I want to know all of you- every part .
The good and the bad .
So when I got to see this side of you for once.
...... .
honestly , I was really happy .
It feels like I understand you just a little more now .
Her words were simple , but they hit hins straight in the heart .
Nicolas had been weighed down by the darkness stirred up from thinking about his mother . But now , hearing Noelle speak so honestly , that heaviness seemed to lift .
He pulled her into a tighter embrace , burying his face in the crook of her neck .
His shoulders trembled slightly as he laughed low and quiet .
Baby , where did you learn to say stuff like that ? Who taught you such sweet lines ! Tell me the truth , be teased softly against her skin .
Noelle blinked .
No one taught me , she said , utterly serious .
Thats just really how I feel Nicolas was quiet for a beat .
Then he lifted his head , looking at her with a s a soft smile tugging at his lips .
I can see it , he said gently .
You really do love me Even among couples whod been together for years , it was rare to find someone who could say and mean that they accept everything about their partner .
The light and the dark .
Strengths and flaws But Noelle , sweet , straightforward Noelle , who still didnt fully understand the complexities of love , had said it so naturally .
How could be not be moved He used to think he could endure anything alone .
That he didnt need anyone .
But now he couldnt imagine life without her .
If she were ever taken from him he wart sure hed survive it , Meanwhile , just as Nicolas husl promised he let the Sawyer family enjoy their brief moment of triumph .
At the Sawyer estate , the entire family had gathered to celebrate the return of the 30 % stake in the Sawyer Group .
1/3 Chapter 216 Itraiden looked like he might cry tears of joy .
Finally .
Those shures are back where they belong Marshall was equally thrilled .
Its been over a decade .
We finally reclaimed whats ours No more working under Nicolas .
That bastard never did a damn thing and still made more than us every year .
Ive hated him for Luciano scowled .
No so long Now that the shares are back .
Braiden declared , we focus on expanding the group .
No more distractions Yes , sir .
Marshall and Luciano echoed in unison .
Marissa , glowing with satisfaction , leaned in toward her husband .
Braiden , now that weve got the shares , what about ... that plan ? She was , of course , referring to the plan to eliminate Nicolas .
Theyd given him a fortune just to get the shares back .
And she wasnt about to let him enjoy a cent of it , Braiden grinned slyly and gave her a wink Dont worry , Marissa.
I know how much you hate that bastard .
I promise , you wont have to see his face much longer Good .
Let him rot with that dead mother of his , she spat coldly .
Just as the Sawyers were basking in their imagined victory , Marshalls phone rang .
He glanced at the screen his assistant He picked up Moments later , Marshall shot up p from his seat , his expression tightening , color draining from his face .
What did you say ?! Whats going on ? Braiden frowned .
Everyone turned to look at Marshall , puzzled by his reaction .
Marshall didnt answer .
He unlocked his phone and opened Twitter .
The top pinned post was all it took his face darkened as he hissed , Damn it No.
This cant be happening What is it Braiden asked , his tone turning urgent .
Marshall wiped a hand down his face , his voice grim . Dad , we have a problem .
What kind of problem Just look at your phones .
Youll Everyone pulled out their phones and opened the trending news , There it was A headline dominating every major platform The Truth Behind the Sawyer Familys Dirty Past .
Evidence alter evidence spilled out : the lies , the traps they set for Amelie , the staged death , the embezzlement of her wealth .
It was all there , laid out for the world to see .
The internet exploded .
What was once a golden , respected family was now being crucified .
Who did this ! Marissa shrieked , her whole body shaking Who leaked this garbage !! Theyre trying to ruin us ! Who else ?
Marshall growled .
Its Nicolas .
That bastard was never going to let this go .
He played us .
Sold us the shares just so he could turn around and burn everything down I told you he was no good ! And we e gave him all th money now hes using it to buy uy headlines : and smear us ! Marissa screamed , beyond livid .
Even her fake death had been revealed and the comments were tearing her to pieces .
The noble matriarch image shed cultivated for years was shauered in a moment .
2/3 Chapter 216 Braiden stared at the article , his face a storm of fury That damin brat .
He wasnt just trying to ruin Amelies name he was going for the whole family .
Marshall , call the PR team .
Get this headline buried on every platform .
I dont care what it costs , On it Marshall nodded , grabbing his phone .
But just as he reached for it- A housekeeper burst through the door , panicked Mr.
Sawyer its the police .
Theyre here !