#Chapter 49 – Noah’s Return

I felt a shiver run down my spine as I read Noah's text. Of all the times for him to contact me, why now? I quickly shoved my phone back into my pocket, trying to focus on Liam, who was watching me intently. "Who was that?" he asked, his voice coming out with a growl of concern. I shook my head, forcing a smile. "No one important. Just... a distraction." Liam didn't look convinced, but he let it go. He squeezed me, trying to reassure me. "Anyway, like I said Ella, I’m not going anywhere. So, if time is what you need, then that’s what I’m going to give to you." I nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. For a moment, it felt like everything would be okay. Liam had always made me feel protected. I just had to remember that he was here. With me. But as soon Liam and I parted ways at the dorms, the reality of Noah's return came crashing back. Over the next few days, Noah sent me countless texts about how he wanted to do all sorts of things to me in bed. How he wanted me