No longer a pushover (Noelle and Cedric) novel Chapter 601

Marvin's words caught Noelle off guard, but she did not let it show. Instead, she turned to her team and said, "Let's head up to the lounge upstairs. There's no point in interrupting Mr. Merlock from socializing with others."

Laura's face instantly darkened. "Ms. Liddell, what's that supposed to mean?"

"We don't drink, so we'll leave you to your fun. Consider it a favor," Noelle replied coolly.

Samantha snapped, "Noelle, who do you think you are? Even Laura has to book the VIP lounge a month in advance. Mr. Wilcher, are you sure you didn't make a mistake?"

Marvin remained calm. "There was no mistake. Ms. Liddell reserved the VIP lounge."

Noelle glanced at Laura. "Didn't realize the VIP lounge was so exclusive. You're welcome to join us upstairs if you'd rather."

Laura stiffened but stayed silent.

...

As Noelle led her team upstairs, Grace walked beside her and whispered, "That was so satisfying. You should've seen the looks on the Merlock sisters' faces."

Noelle squeezed Grace's hand. "Are you okay after what happened earlier?"

"I'm fine. But did you actually record the video?" Grace asked.

Noelle shook her head. "Didn't get the chance. But guilty people panic easily, so it doesn't matter."

The team filed into the VIP lounge, but Noelle spotted Tilly from TG Public Relations talking to a server nearby. Curious, she walked over.

Tilly tensed when she saw her. "Ms. Liddell."