Chapter 1012

It was a younger version of Cedric. His features were more boyish, his face filled with panic, and there were bloodstains on his clothes. Noelle couldn't help but reach for the familiar face. But just as she did, the dream ended. Noelle opened her eyes to the blinding light. The strong smell of disinfectant told her she was in a hospital. Was this a dream? Or was this reality? Even she couldn't tell anymore. "You're awake?" a voice sounded. She turned, and there he was—Cedric. He looked more mature and handsome now, not quite the same as the teenager from her dream. Noelle reached out and touched his face. Cedric didn't move, letting her hand rest against his cheek. Her palm was still a little cold. Suddenly, she wrapped her arms around his neck and pulled him downward. Cedric didn't resist and lowered his face toward hers. He asked in a low voice, "What is it?" But Noelle didn't answer and kissed him, exploring curiously. Before Cedric reacted, Noelle bit his lower lip. "It'