Chapter 63 You Scratched Me All Over

Whitney hesitated, her steps faltering as she noticed Noel heading toward the elevator. He glanced her way briefly before continuing as if he hadn't noticed her at all. She could still hear his words from the night before—accusing her of lying. Whitney ignored him and walked to the elevator, keeping a distance from Noel. When the elevator arrived, Whitney thought of taking the next one but quickly dismissed the idea. So, as Noel stepped in, she followed and faced the doors. The elevator was small, the mirrored walls reflecting them both. Whitney focused on the changing floor numbers, refusing to let her gaze wander even slightly in his direction. They both stepped out when the elevator arrived on the 16th floor, each heading in the same direction but treating each other like strangers. But just before reaching her door, Whitney stopped and turned back. "I need to ask you something." Noel paused, his finger hovering over his keypad. He waited silently. Whitney hesitated, feeling