Chapter 729

Chapter 729:

Apparently, Coyle couldn’t hold on any longer. Perfect timing—her plan was already halfway there. Sadie’s lips curled into a deeper, more satisfied smile.

She glanced sideways at Samuel, who stood dutifully beside her. “Samuel, please escort Mr. Castro and Tina to the reception and ensure they’re comfortably settled.”

Samuel nodded respectfully. “Of course, Ms. Hudson.”

As they departed, Blaine cast Sadie a swift, reassuring wink—a silent promise that he had everything under control. Sadie shook her head with an amused smile.

She turned back, her gaze drifting upward to the balcony above, where she caught sight of a tall figure outlined against the sun.

Noah stood casually, leaning against the railing, a silver mask obscuring part of his expression. His gaze rested solely on her.

Their eyes locked, and Sadie’s pulse quickened in surprise.

How long had he been watching?

Noah descended slowly, approaching her with an inscrutable smile that played lightly at the corners of his mouth.

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“It appears your scheme is unfolding rather smoothly,” he remarked, his voice subtly tinged with teasing amusement.

Sadie’s heart skipped gently.

Their eyes held, and Sadie remembered something crucial. Her expression sobered as she asked directly, “Does Sutton’s disappearance have anything to do with you?”

Noah raised an eyebrow, visibly caught off guard by her suspicion. After a brief pause, he chuckled softly, his voice edged with gentle irony. “Why would I bother with someone like him?”

Sadie’s brow furrowed in thoughtful confusion.

If it wasn’t Noah… and she certainly hadn’t orchestrated it either… then what exactly had happened to Sutton? Could Coyle be responsible? A shadow of unease stirred in her chest.

At that very moment, Averi, who had been absorbed in his playful antics, suddenly bounded over and grasped Noah’s pant leg tightly, his wide, innocent eyes sparkling.

“Sir, will you come play water guns with me?”

Noah lowered his gaze, looking at Averi’s earnest face. A subtle yet undeniable warmth tugged at him again—this child stirred something strangely familiar deep inside.

He hesitated but then found himself nodding without conscious thought.

“Alright,” he said gently.

Averi let out a joyful cheer, immediately tugging Noah enthusiastically toward the hot spring.

“Hurry,” Averi urged eagerly.

Noah stumbled lightly but held Averi’s hand securely, letting himself be guided forward.

Soon, the two were splashing freely in the water, laughter bubbling brightly between them.

Sadie observed their carefree interaction, her expression softening yet deeply thoughtful.

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