Chapter 80

Noelle's words snapped Conner back to his senses. The Novara Corporation had just managed to reclaim a project with the Cole Group, so now was not the time to risk stirring up bad press. The project wasn't just crucial for the Novara Corporation; it was equally important to him. If he pulled it off, Yasmine would finally feel secure enough to hand the company over to him. If he failed, she would definitely step in again, and their very different ways of doing things would only lead to clashes. Conner regained his composure, his eyes softening as he looked at Noelle. "Noelle, trust me. I gave you my word, and I don't go back on my promises. You can take your oil painting. Let me help you." With that, he stepped forward and began taking the oil painting down himself. Watching his back, Noelle's lips curved into a faint, mocking smile. So much for not going on his own promises. On their wedding day, he had sworn he would never upset her. And now, every heartbreak, every disappoint