No longer a pushover (Noelle and Cedric) novel Chapter 506

"We're still in talks, and we have to investigate the investor's background."

Xenia asked, "Donovan, can you take me along in this project? I want to learn more so I can help you with work in the future."

Donovan felt relieved. "That's Good. If only Noelle were half as sensible and well-behaved as you are."

Xenia's expression stiffened as she lowered her gaze to hide the darkness in her eyes. One day, she'd make Noelle kneel and lick her shoes in humiliation.

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After Donovan left with Xenia, the main hall resumed silence. Holding the share transfer contract, Blake glanced at Noelle cautiously. "You haven't forgotten our agreement, have you?"

Noelle met his eyes. "Relax. Once I get the inheritance from our parents, I'll hand over the shares Donovan gave up." She needed some security for herself, too.

"I'm not trying to doubt you, and I'm just asking. I'll keep the contract safe for now."

Blake breathed a little easier but didn't hand over the contract immediately. He, too, needed assurance.

Frank frowned. "Blake, do you still not trust Noelle? We've seen Xenia's true colors, and it's not like we'll be deceived by her like before."

"It's not that I don't trust her, but keeping the contract with me ensures that if Donovan causes trouble, I have a way to shut him up."

Noelle saw through Blake's thoughts but didn't expose him. Instead, she stood up and headed upstairs. Frank continued looking at Blake with disappointment. "Even you're wary of Noelle?"

"Please, Frank. I'm not as selfless as you are, and blood-related siblings settle things clearly. It's better to lay everything out. Instead of questioning me, why don't you talk some sense into Donovan? I heard Xenia introduced him to an investor for the AI project, and that doesn't sit right with me."

How could Xenia possibly be acquainted with such a well-connected investor?

Frank sighed. "You think I haven't tried? If Donovan listened, things wouldn't have escalated to such an extent with Noelle."