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 | 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 .
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