Chapter 5 Noel's Fury

Catherine helplessly gestured for the two men to sit down, and they exchanged glances, smiling as if nothing had happened. "Have you thought it through? Do you really want to go for wilderness survival? The director of that program is like a big devil, contestants often get injured, and the environment is harsh. Why go through such hardships when you have money to spend?" Noel looked at Catherine with gentle eyes, as if she were a precious jewel, afraid she might get hurt. Owen glared at Noel and said, "Watch your tone." Catherine sipped the spicy Hawaiian-flavored drink from her tall glass and leaned back lazily, feeling satisfied after the meal. She looked like a well-fed beast, basking in the sunlight with smooth fur. At first glance, she seemed like a cute little kitten. Setting down her glass, Catherine's emerald green eyes exuded a deep tranquility in the light, reminiscent of the expensive 17th-century emerald ring worn by the Queen of Country A. Catherine smirked and said, "Of course, I want to go." Owen was also concerned about his sister's safety and said, "There's a romance reality show on Angel Island recently. Have you considered that?" Catherine lazily stretched and said, "Too boring." Living in a mansion, driving luxury cars, and sunbathing with various types of sexy men on the beach—wasn't that much better than struggling to survive on an island like a savage? Owen looked at Noel. "Do you two really want to go? You'll have to sign a liability waiver before going, and if something happens, you're on your own. You both have money, so why take such risks?" Noel smiled faintly, sitting back in his chair with impeccable posture, his long legs crossed, dressed in stylish new spring attire, exuding an elegant and noble air like a medieval nobleman. "Why not? I've done everything else in life; I've only left out adventurous and survival activities." Noel smiled brightly again, looking at Catherine. "And since Catherine likes it, of course, we're going together!" Catherine nodded in agreement. Owen shook his head. Although Owen and Noel were of similar age and both belonged to the aristocracy of Country A, with some family connections, it was normal for them to have different worldviews. Owen sighed; he couldn't understand Noel's way of thinking. Noel's phone vibrated, and he glanced at it—it was his manager. Knowing that his manager wouldn't call during his off-hours unless it was important, Noel gave an apologetic look to Owen and Catherine, then answered the call. "The paparazzi have captured photos of you and Miss Catherine hugging. The online reaction isn't good. How do you plan to handle it?" Noel's manager was arranged by Noel's elder brother, Krapang, who was part of the family. Therefore, the manager knew Catherine's identity and understood how much Noel valued her. Before making a decision, he called Noel. After listening to the situation, Noel calmly said a few words and hung up the phone, then sent a message to a few people before putting down his phone. "What happened?" Owen asked. "No big deal," Noel smiled. "Some business matters have affected Catherine's sister. I'm really sorry about that." Catherine looked at Noel's seemingly casual smile and smiled gently. Noel was a star who had voluntarily given up the struggle for the family business, but his family behind him wasn't to be trifled with. Oris Manor. Jack sat on the white leather sofa in Darlene's room, disdainfully saying, "No wonder she dared to run away from home. Turns out she found a sugar daddy." His phone screen was constantly flooded with messages, all of them cursing Darlene and expressing disbelief and outrage at the situation. Darlene paused for a moment, then gave a helpless and gentle smile, "Don't say that. Sister must be short on pocket money, she must have her own difficulties, it's just that I didn't pay enough attention to her." She tightly grasped the tribal-themed throw pillow beside her, wrinkling the brightly colored fabric. Jack sneered, "What difficulties could she have? If she can't get money from our Oris family, she just goes out and finds a man to ask for it." Then he said strangely, "Sis, besides having a slightly better figure, what else does she have? How did Noel fall for her?" Jack didn't know that Darlene had previously appeared in a music video with Noel, as a guest star. During the filming process, Noel was polite and courteous, his handsome face filled with affection, making Darlene, who already liked him, extremely shy. However, after work ended, Noel became very cold, and Darlene's attempts to talk to him were met with only a cold "hm." Afterwards, Darlene's management company planned to create some rumors to increase Darlene's popularity through integrated marketing. But before they could even buy a few trending topics, Noel's company sent staff to demand that they stop this behavior, threatening to terminate the partnership and pursue compensation for breach of contract if they didn't stop their plans. As soon as Jack said this, Darlene's smile stiffened. What did he mean? Did Noel not like me because my figure wasn't as good as Darlene's? Noel has had no rumors in the chaotic world of Goodmiwu entertainment for over ten years. Could he really have fallen for Catherine this time? Immediately, Darlene's heart grew greedy again. Her expression remained gentle, dressed in a simple and elegant white dress, looking beautiful. But inside, she was already planning to use the people from the Oris family to pressure Catherine into giving up her feelings for Noel and to secure a marriage between herself and Noel. I'm so much better than Catherine, and I believe Noel's family wouldn't choose a woman with a lower education and rude manners. "Sister, don't let anyone deceive you emotionally. The entertainment industry is so chaotic; just don't get hurt," Jack said, looking up from his phone. "Sis, you're too kind. Still worrying about her. Now our family is exposed online, Father must be very angry." Coincidentally, as soon as Jack finished speaking, Decathlon called. "Young Master, Miss, it's a call from the Master." The maid approached softly and bowed slightly. "Darlene, is Jack at home?" After receiving an affirmative answer, a voice full of suppressed anger came from the phone, the chill in that voice made Jack shiver. "Take Jack and the bodyguards at home, and go find Catherine and bring her back!" Decathlon's teeth were chattering in anger, "How dare she cause such a commotion on the internet and let commoners talk about it! Unacceptable! Once you bring her back, make sure she doesn't leave the house! Keep an eye on her!"