Chapter 13
Chapter 13 As soon as Nor He finished speaking , a heavy silence settled over the group .
The idea that seven or right people were lying in ambush nearby serined lar tom almond to believe Cheat was the first to shake it off , forcing a laugh .
Noelle , youve got quite the imagination , he said , trying to lighten the mood .
Exactly Ophelia chimed in , giving Noelle a pointed look .
The lount just started .
How could we possibly be surrounded already ! Noelle , making Celeste stood silently beside Ophelia , her expression cold with disapproval as she shot Noelle a scornful glance .
Whats her deal she thought .
If she doesnt want to play , just say so Why liet I really dont get what Nicolas sees in beer Declan didnt say a word .
Instead , he quietly scanned their surroundings , his eyes sharp and wary Noelle puffed out her cheeks , clearly annoyed by the skepticism .
Tm not joking or lying she insisted .
There really are right pairs of eyes watching us right now .
art All you I youre doing is messing Thats enough , Miss Anderson Celeste snapped , unable to hide her irritation .
Whats the point of saying stuff like that ? with everyone .
If youre not into this , just quit .
Dont ruin it for Nicolas and the rest of us Before she could hrush , a loud bang cut her off .
A marker hit Celestes suit , leaving a bright stain behind .
Oh my god Ophelia screamed , pointing at the mark on Celeste .
Now to our in one dared to brush Noelles warning aude .
Everyone , stay sharp ? Oscar shouted , his voice tense .
There are people out there ! Find cover , quick ! The group scattered in a panic Noelle stuck close to Nicolas , running effortlessly beside him .
Despite the chaos , her expression remained calm , her clear eyes showing no hint of fear .
Tilting her head , she asked , Nick , if we take out all the other teams , we win , right Yeah Nicolas replied , his eyes locked on her , a flicker of confusion crossing his face .
He wanted to ask how shed known exactly how many people were out there , but before he could get the words out .
Noelle flashed him a dazzling smile , her eyes gleaming Great , she said cheerfully .
Til deal with the ones around us first Nicolas blinked , caught off guard .
Wait , youre going to- Before he could finish , Noelles figure blurred and disappeared into the shadows like a ghost .
Left standing there , Nicolas was stunned into silence .
Could she have been telling the truth about her past ? he wondered , his mind racing Damn it ! Jory , whyd you start shooting out of nowhere ? Look what youve done now theyve all gone into hiding ! one of the ambushers barked Fory tried to defend himself .
Hon , Dany fault ! Didnt you hear that girl say shed spotted us ? Shouldnt we strike first before they come after Joeys logic wasnt entirely wrong , but it still annoyed the team leader that their cover had been blown .
He retorted , You- Before he could continue , another gunshot echoed through the dark forest .
Oh crap .
Im lait Jorys panicked voice came through the radio .
The team leader tensed .
Joy ! What happened ? Who gut you ? Hut Jory didrit answer .
Instead , a sudden barrage of gunshots erupted six shots in total , coming from different directions .
Slait , Im down ! Crap ! Theyve found us ! Mover 1/3 Chapter 13 Tammut Is like a ghost and here ! As the fans you ex of his teammates crackled through the radio , the team leader felt a chill creep up his spine .
Seven shots .
Are they all down ! They had dominated the last foot , wiping out every other team in less than an hour .
To be eliminated so quickly this time ? He couldnt believe it .
While he stood frozen in disbehet , a light tap on his slumdder made him jump Whuocthere ? He spun around , raising his weapon , only to freeze again when he saw a petite figure standing behind him .
was a girl delicate and pretty , her smule innescent yet- Her light eyes curved in armement as she said softly , Found you , number Hang ! With that final shot , the champion team from the previous round was completely wiped out Meanschule , Oscar and the others huddled in hiding , whispering over their radios .
Whats going on Oscar asked .
All those gunshots what happened out there ? Ophelia replied , Maybe some teams ran into each other and started lighting Declan frowned Those shots sounded way too close Celeste cut in .
Is everyone okay ? Wheres Nicolas ? Nicolass calm voice came through .
Im fine .
Oscar added .
By the way , wheres Noelle Nicolas , is she with you ! We havent heard from her .
Nicolas hesitated .
She- Before he could finish , a petite figure emerged from the forest , stepping into the clearing .
The moonlight filtered through the trees , casting a soft glow around her .
Noelles calm presence felt almost otherworldly , like a fairy walking through the night .
Sher stopped and glanced at the shadows where the others were hiding .
Why are you all still crouching around ? she called out casually .
Come on our Ive taken care of everyone cars head popped up from the bushes .
What Youre telling me you took them all out , huh ? Yep all done .
Noelle said , twirling her gun on her finger with a bored expression .
She pouted and added , I thought this hunt would be exciting How me the opponents were so lousy! Her nonchalant attitude left Ophelia stunned .
She stared at Noelle with wide eyes , a mix of admiration and disbelief .
Noelle , I had no idea you were this good .
What did you do before ? Noelle grinned , completely unbothered .
Oh , I used to be an assa Mimpli Before she could finish , Nicolas stepped up and clapped a hand over her mouth , pulling her close to him .
Weve confirmed the last rounds champion team is out , Nicolas said calmly , addressing the group .
There are still 46 players left .
Lets find a spot to set up an ambush .
Uh , okay , Ophelia uid , still a little dazed dazed .
The others nudded in agreement and quickly followed Nicolass lead .
Celeste , who had been eliminated , had no choice but to leave the game .
As she walked away , the shot Noelle and Nicolas a sour look .
Who knew Norlle was this good at a shooting game ? Celeste thought bitterly .
Is this why Nicolas is so interested in her ! Besides , it hadnt escaped her notice at Nicolas had teamed up with Noelle when the group scattered .
As they moved through the forest , Nicolas Jeaned in close to Noelle and said in a low voice , Stop casually talking about your past .
Why not ? Noelle pouted , clearly annoyed .
She felt like Nicolas was always bossing her around .
2/3 E Dreame Read Romance … 9:24 AM c Chapter 13 Nicolas took a deep breath and asked , Havent you ever tried keeping it to yourself ? Whats there to hide ? Noelle asked , her wide , innocent eyes gleaming with complete confidence .
Nicolas felt a headache coming on .
He pinched the bridge of his nose , trying to stay patient .
Fine .
So , what happens when you tell people ? He felt it was a miracle that Noelle had managed to stay out of trouble until now .
Π Noelle clenched her fists and huffed .
They dont believe me .
I tell them the truth , and they act like Im crazy .
Some even wanted to send me to a mental hospital ! Its so unfair ! Nicolas let out a long tired sigh .
He couldnt help but sympathize with those people because at that moment , he felt the same way .