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Chapter 256 - A Very Important Friend

Author: AliceLin
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-12 21:03:28

Noel's intense gaze made Amora's cheeks flush with a soft blush. She could easily understand the meaning behind his stare. Although Noel hadn’t voiced his feelings, Amora’s heart knew well enough that he harbored affection for her.

Yet, Amora never gave him even the slightest chance. She didn’t want to be an obstacle to Noel’s future. In her eyes, Noel Ritter was a man of impeccable manners and character.

Noel had a bright future ahead of him and came from a well-respected family. Amora couldn’t bring herself to drag him down by starting a relationship with her—a single mother.

Especially now, her status had changed. She was a married woman. Amora had no intention of creating any scandal that could disgrace her or Regis.

Although her marriage to Regis hadn’t been publicly announced, Amora didn’t want to stir up any trouble.

Her current life was much better than before, and she didn’t want to ruin it. She believed Noel would find the right woman who could love him wholeheartedly.

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