No longer a pushover (Noelle and Cedric) novel Chapter 1175

Noelle felt uneasy and turned away, deciding not to cross paths with them.

Since the lawsuit ended, she hadn't had any contact with the Liddells. Frank had sent her a few messages at first, but she never replied. Eventually, he gave up too.

It was as if everything had quietly ended.

As soon as Noelle appeared, Donovan immediately noticed her and his eyes followed her as she walked away. Laura followed his gaze and spotted Noelle too.

A cold smile curled on Laura's lips before she turned and walked off.

Frank glanced at Donovan and said, "I heard Maple Enterprise is making fast progress with their new product."

Donovan nodded. "I know. Noelle's gained quite a name for herself in the industry. Just a few days ago, I had dinner with some investors, and they were all praising me for having such an outstanding sister. I could only give a bitter smile."

"Yeah," Frank said with a sigh. "If we hadn't been blinded by Xenia back then, and things hadn't gotten so bad between us and Noelle, maybe we could've responded to those compliments with pride."

A bitter look crossed Frank's face. "She doesn't even reply to my messages anymore. She seems to be doing better without us."

Donovan could only offer a weak smile. He felt the same.

They had thought the lawsuit's end would mean the end of their troubles. But now, it seemed like the real punishment had only just begun.

Meanwhile, Noelle circled the venue, calmly analyzing the information presented.

Suddenly, Laura appeared beside her, wearing a smug smile. "Noelle, I heard your company is getting involved in the EV project?"

Noelle looked at Laura, who was now all glitz and glam like she owned the place. Not long ago, she was still beaten down and brooding like a spiteful ex.

Noelle responded flatly, "That's right. Are you worried?"

"Don't be ridiculous. PZ Group is an international giant. How could we be afraid of a startup like yours? You only got this far because Cedric has your back. Without him, who do you think you are?"

Noelle coldly shrugged off Laura's hand. "With you as a failed example of relying on men, why would I learn from you?"

Laura wasn't willing to back down. "If you say you don't rely on men, then why don't you break up with Cedric?"

Noelle rolled her eyes. "That kind of cheap reverse psychology doesn't work on me. After all this time, you haven't improved at all."

Laura gritted her teeth in frustration. "Noelle, you better show me some respect. I'm the president of PZ Group's domestic branch now."

Noelle raised an eyebrow. "You? Isn't Mike the president?"

A flicker of surprise crossed her face. Laura had acted quickly. Had she really managed to force Mike out that easily?

Laura smiled smugly. "I'm the president now. Surprised? Enjoy your little success while it lasts, Noelle. Your good days are numbered."