N O E L L E“I have some errands to do this week. Can you take Noah with you?” I sighed in relief. I was afraid that it was something bad.“Of course, mom. Maxwell and I can take care of him. Don’t worry about us.” Maxwell can look after him in the day while I’m at the hospital, and then I will take care of him at night while Max is in the hospital. Our new schedule is convenient in this kind of situation.“Thank you, Noelle. He would love to come with you.” She said while smiling.“I’m sure of it,” I said while chuckling.We spent the weekend spending every minute of it with Noah. We went to the nearest park to hang out and enjoy nature. We went to his favorite fast-food restaurant and ordered his favorite food. I told him informative yet funny stories before going to bed.Maxwell and I enjoyed spending time with him, and we were thrilled to take him with us.

N O E L L E“Mommy! Can we eat dinner outside? I want to go to the mall.” It’s the weekend, and Noah is still with us. He can’t go home to his grandma yet since mom has to take care of their business longer than she expected.I look at Maxwell to ask for permission, and he nods as he smiles. “Let’s watch a movie too.” Maxwell declared, and Noah shouted in happiness.In 30 minutes, we are all set to go. Maxwell is carrying Noah’s bag. I always bring extra clothes for Noah, water, a first aid kit just in case of emergency, a towel, baby wipes, and milk. Yep, he sometimes still asks for milk.“What are we going to watch, daddy?” Noah asked while his dad was helping him to get off the car.“Let’s check, but whatever you would like to watch, son.” He answered, and Noah chirped in glee.We went straight to a restaurant and ate our lunch. I was feeding No

N O E L L E“W-What did you just say?!” Levi exclaimed. He got furious instantly after hearing my reason.I gulped as I walked over to him. “I’ve been experiencing sexual assault these past few months in this hospital,” I said.Levi did not utter a single word for a few minutes while looking intently into my face. It looks like he is trying to process what I just said. I know it’s not that easy to accept since it is a serious crime.I studied his expression, and a question popped into my head. I wonder how we will react once he discovers what happened to me almost seven years ago. I wonder what he will say. I wonder what he will do about it.“Are you alright? Did you hear what I say?” I asked.“W-Who? Who did it to you!?” He shouted, and his voice filled the whole room. I looked at him worriedly as his expressions changed. His eyes suddenly darkened, and the veins o

N O E L L E “I cannot attend that boring ball gown party,” I complained at Levi. I came to his office the next day. I just learned that it’s a ball gown party. “Why not?” He asked while looking at his computer. “It’s because I hate wearing gowns, I hate to socialize, and it’s boring. I don’t know anyone in your world, Levi.” I explained while eating the delicious chocolate velvet cake Allen brought for me. He knows what I like to eat every time I come here to nag his boss. “As my future wife, don’t you think it’s time to learn how to wear gowns, to socialize, and know everyone in my world, future Mrs. Mitchell?” I looked at him in disgust. “Should I knock some senses in you?” I asked while shaking my head. “Besides, how are you going to introduce me?” “What else? Of course, as my fiancée.” He said as a matter of fact. I sigh. “You can introduce me as your fiancée when you reach 28 years old, and you are still f

Note: Hi! This chapter will tell the story of their past. We will be back to the present timeline after some chapters. Thank you.N O E L L E“L-Levi,” I uttered as I stood up to face him. Olivia smiles at us while she has no idea that Levi is furious at me.“You guys are on vacation?” Olivia asked. I couldn’t answer her because I was still processing the thought that she and Levi were here in front of me.“Yes, we are.” I heard Maxwell answer her. “Are you two here for a vacation too?” He asked Olivia.“I was calling you since last week, but your phone was off. I went to the coffee shop to check if you were working during school break, but you were not there.” I swallowed the lump in my throat. “Why are you with Hughes!?” I quickly shut my eyes closed when he shouted.“Do not shout at her, Levi!” I heard Maxwell’