Never Late, Never Away (Vivian and Finnick)
Chapter 2188

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2188

At least she's quick witted. For the briefest moment, Noelle's lips curled into a delighted grin at Joan.

"But I want you to cook for me... and I'm already used to the food you make," Caiden lowered his head and puffed his cheeks.

What the... Noelle was flabbergasted.

Since when was Caiden so childish? He's normally all indifferent and cold towards others. Why is he suddenly acting like a bashful schoolboy? He's even behaving so coquettishly!

"Please? I really like the food you make..." Caiden pouted and begged with a purring voice.

A shiver ran down Noelle's back. She stared narrowed-eyed in disbelief at this kittenish version of Caiden.

"Um... what's up with you? Can't you be more normal?" Noelle murmured awkwardly as she nudged Caiden's back.

In response, Caiden turned to face her with a darkened gaze. "Shut up!"

Yep, he's completely different with her than with me.

Noelle couldn't help but feel envious again.

Wait... so he's extremely indifferent to everyone, no matter their gender-except towards Joan. He's only ever this gentle and affectionate towards Joan!

Has he lost his marbles? What the hell is he thinking? Joan has a family; she's got a husband and a kid! Won't it be messed up if Caiden goes after her?

Just as Noelle was deep in thought, Joan raised her voice and refused firmly, "I really do have plans tomorrow. I haven't been back to the supermarket in a while, and there's a lot of matters I have to attend to." Joan mentally nodded at her firm rejection. This is for the best. Otherwise, he'll get too used to having me around.

Noelle then chimed in intentionally, "Joan's life doesn't just revolve around you, Caiden. Quit latching onto her! Do you think that she's a bachelor like you? You're forgetting; she has a husband and a child, as well as others she has to take care of. She's a really busy person!"

This damned girl! Why does she always have to be so blatantly honest? A hostile glint flashed in Caiden's dark gaze.

"You should go to your room and rest." Although Caiden said this in a soft voice, his face darkened furiously.

"I'm not tired," Noelle retorted. She boldly continued, "Besides, I'd rather watch the two of you work out this dilemma."

What is this damned girl doing? Why can't she be more considerate and give us some space?

Noelle clearly knew that Caiden wanted privacy with Joan. However, Noelle intentionally stayed because she wanted to prevent anything weird from happening between those two.

The three of them froze in hesitation for the longest while. At some point, Joan finally had enough as she picked up her phone and left.

"Why do you even like her? Is it because she's pretty? Has a good figure? Or is it because she's unique and outstanding?" Noelle questioned scrutinously as she plopped onto the sofa. "Because of her feminine charm," Caiden replied right away.

Noelle stilled in shock at his sudden, but resolute answer.

Did I hear that correctly? Has he never met a single woman with feminine charms in his entire life?

"Aren't I feminine?" Noelle batted her lashes at him.

Caiden abruptly cleared his throat. He averted Noelle's gaze and felt a rush of nervousness.

How can she compare herself to Joan? The two of them are completely different people.

"Well, I'm tired. Guess I'll call it a day now." With those parting words, Caiden took off for his room.

What kind of response is that? Noelle shot his distanced figure a dirty look.

Meanwhile, Joan had just made it back home with a massive frown on her face. She had been like that ever since she stepped foot into the house, which made Delilah suspect that something was wrong. Delilah's face wrinkled with worry as she asked, "Is everything alright?"

"I'm fine, Ms. Young. Is everything in the garden sorted?" Joan dodged her question with a gentle voice.

She's worried about the garden even though she's down in the dumps? That silly girl. Always taking care of others...

"Ms. Young!" A man's voice suddenly called out from afar.

What is Dustin doing here? Confused, Joan shot onto her feet and headed toward the yard.

"Joan! You're home too," Dustin's voice bubbled cheerfully at her.

He then turned to smile at Delilah. "Apologies, Ms. Young. I haven't had the time to come over and personally express my gratitude. Today, I finally freed up my schedule to visit, and to thank you for gifting us so many plants previously."