Chapter 136

Noelle's heart skipped a beat at the thought of sleeping in Cedric's room. "Isn't Alfred coming back?" she asked, knowing there were only two bedrooms and no spare room for guests. "His room is a complete mess. Trust me. You don't want to risk it," Cedric said. After a moment's thought, Noelle suggested, "Actually, I can just sleep on the couch. I won't be in any trouble." "Just take my room," Cedric insisted. "I've got some work to finish tonight anyway, so I probably won't be sleeping." His tone was steady. Though there was something slightly off in his expression—he hid it well. Eventually, Noelle went back to her place next door to grab a change of clothes while Cedric waited by the door. When she came out and saw him standing there, an unexpected wave of security washed over her. She entered Cedric's bedroom and found it simple and clean, much tidier than she'd expected. Cedric brought in a fresh blanket. "Here, use this." "Thank you," she replied. After placing the blanke