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“Hmm, I always celebrate it by myself. My mother passed away when I was young, and I don’t know where my father is.”
A tinge of sadness flickered in his eyes as he made that confession.
River was slightly taken aback. After a moment of silence, she proposed, “Why don’t we celebraté together?”
Paige would be coming to her place tonight, and Scott had met Paige before.
It would be more lively to celebrate together rather than being alone.
Scott was surprised for a moment before he chuckled, “Alright, thank you for your hospitality”
After leaving the cemetery, River and Scott went to a supermarket tooth to buy some items for their New Year’s celebration.
As they stood at the checkout counter, the cashier couldn’t help but gaze at them..
Suddenly, out of the blue, she exclaimed, “Your husband is so handsome!”
River blushed instantly. “No…”
“Isn’t my wife beautiful?” Scott interjected and chuckled before River could explain.
River stared at him with wide eyes. “We…”
“Please, let me pay for it.” Scott interrupted her.
River was left speechless.
She wished the ground would open up and swallow her,
As they walked out of the supermarket, River sighed with mixed emotions. “Doctor Wilson, you’ve become quite skilled at deceiving people.”
Scott shrugged nonchalantly. “It’s a festive day. Let’s not dampen her enthusiasm.”
River didn’t know what to say to that. She just helplessly thought, ‘Her enthusiasm has
Upon returning to Redwood Neighborhood, they found Paige leaning against the car, waiting for them.
River had informed both Scott and Paige earlier, so their arrival didn’t come as a surprise to either of them.
Paige wasted no time in teasing Scott, and he responded in good humor.
The three of them busied themselves in the kitchen, preparing a lively meal.
In contrast, Villa Rosa was enveloped in a somber and cold atmosphere.
Daniella had moved into Villa Rosa due to her pregnancy, and Lily was taking care of her.
Daniella helped Lily serve the dishes before she headed upstairs to call Noah down for dinner.
Just as she reached the top of the stairs, Noah descended.
She smiled and informed him, “Noah, dinner’s ready.”
Noah didn’t even spare her a glance as he responded coldly, “Go ahead and eat, I’m going out.”
Her disappointment was palpable. “But Noah, it’s New Year’s Eve today.”
He paused briefly, clearly annoyed. “Is that really important?”
“I wanted to eat with you,” she replied cautiously
“You can do that alone.”
With that, he turned away and left Villa Rosa, leaving her standing there with a crestfallen expression.
“Where is he going on such an important night?”
Noah got into his car and looked up at the window of River’s old room with dark eyes:
Reuben ventured tentatively, “Mr. De Marco, is Ms. Healy celebrating New Year’s alone?”
Noah pursed his lips. “Head to Redwood Neighborhood.”
An hour later, the car was parked near River’s building. As Noah reached for the car door handle, he noticed two figures appearing at the foot of the stairs
River, wearing a’white sweater and her hair in a low ponytail, exuded a gentle aura. She held a trash bag and walked towards the bins, accompanied by Scott, also dressed in white. They were engrossed in conversation, laughing together.
To outsiders, it would be easy to mistake them for a couple, and Noah was no exception.
A deep chill crept into his eyes as he stared at them, his tension mounting.
The atmosphere in the car turned chillingly cold. Reuben regretted mentioning that River might be celebrating alone.
After disposing of the trash, River started to ascend the stairs. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed a car parked nearby.
Given that the modest neighborhood mostly consisted of ordinary people, the presence of the luxurious Maybach seemed strikingly out of context.
Scott followed River’s gaze and immediately understood who
Should I go up first?”
had transpired. He spoke softly,”
River pondered for a moment before replying, “No, it’s fine. I’ll be done after saying hello to him.
She had no interest in drama.
She couldn’t fathom why he was here now. Nonetheless, she deemed it appropriate to acknowledge him since he had previously come to her rescue.
Scoff nodded and patiently waited as she made her way toward the Maybach.
As River approached the car, Noah rolled down the window, revealing his stern, handsome face.
Maintaining a cold and courteous tone, she greeted him, ‘Happy New Year, Noah.”
Addressing him formally created an immediate distance between them.
He returned her gaze coldly and commanded, “Get in.”
Refusing his demand, she asserted, “My friend is waiting for me. I’ll go after saying hello to you.
“Don’t make me repeat myself!” Noah’s tone left little room for defiance.
River scoffed. Who did he think he was, ordering her around so late at night?
“Noah, I am no longer your subordinate. I don’t have to obey your orders,” she declared firmly, turning to leave.
However, the moment she turned away, a flicker of coldness crossed his face.
In an instant, he flung the door open and grabbed her arm.
Caught off guard, she instinctively pulled away, her guard up as she stared at the man before her.
“Noah! You have a wife, so please show me some respect!”
I already told you, I didn’t sign the agreement,” he snarled at her.
River smiled. “Noah, only assholes would want to cheat on their wives. Are you trying to be one?!”
Reuben’s heart raced as he listened. Ms. Healy was the first person to call Noah De Marco an asshole!
Noah was instantly enraged “Are you sick of living, River?”
“No, it’s just a friendly reminder that you shouldn’t be clinging onto a woman so late at night. I don’t want you to blame me when Daniella comes looking for trouble!” she retorted.
Then why did you walk over here?!‘ he asked angrily.
She smiled “Don’t you know what it means to be courteous, Noah?”
“River!” Noah glanced at her and peered at Scott, who stood at the entrance. “You don’t dare come with me because of him, am’l right?”
“That’s not it!” She fought back. “Noah, I’m grateful that you saved me. That’s why I thought it made sense to say hello when I saw you. But we need to set boundaries now. 1
“We should have done so when Daniella appeared, and even more so now. If we had approached this reasonably, and if it weren’t for your interference, she wouldn’t have targeted my mom! Meanwhile, you offer her all your protection and trust! I’m done talking. I wish you everlasting.
love with that evil woman, Noah!”
Fuck trust, she no longer wanted that!
She vowed to never fall for a foolish man again.
There had been a glimmer of hope within her before, but it all shattered when she witnessed him.
protect Daniella that night. No matter how filthy she was, Daniella was still the love of his life!