Chapter 83 Does It Matter That I Came?

Helena was in Noel's office discussing legal contracts when Whitney's call came through. It was already 8:30 pm, and everyone at the Seabourke Architectural Institute had long since left for the night. The office was silent, making Whitney's voice sound even clearer over the phone. After ending the call, Helena stood up urgently. "Noel, I have to go. Let's pick this up tomorrow." Noel hesitated briefly before speaking. "The contract signing is the day after tomorrow, and we still have many terms to finalize. If this delays our progress, your firm might lose the deal." "But, Noel, you heard what just happened. Whitney's been locked up by her dad, and I have to go help her!" Helena replied anxiously, baffled by Noel's sudden lack of understanding. "You really think you can just show up and convince Westley to let her go? Do you think he'd release her just because you asked him to?" Noel challenged. Helena paused. She knew that he was right. There was no guarantee she could get Wh