<b>Chapter </b><b>329 </b>
She was standing right in front of him, yet he seemedpletely oblivious to her presence.
In his eyes, there was only Noreen–he couldn’t see anyone else.
But when she nced over her shoulder at Seth, she noticed he wasn’t looking at Noreen.
“Come on, let’s get something to eat.” Seth’s tone was calm and unreadable.
Bianca noddedpliantly and followed Seth out, but she couldn’t help ncing back at Noreen.
The smile on Healy’s face hadn’t faded since he’d spotted Noreen; he looked genuinely delighted.
Even from a distance, Bianca could sense the subtle affection Healy felt for Noreen.
When had that started?
Bianca mulled it over as they walked.
When she’d first returned to the country, Healy had been good to her. Not as enthusiastic as Jude, who was always around at a moment’s notice, but Healy always made time for her when he could.
But over time, it became harder and harder to see him.
He always imed he was busy.
Especially during that period when she was trying to set him up with Lillian–she’d invited him out countless times, and not once had he shown up.
If she remembered correctly, that was right around when Naylor Automotive Group and Winrich started working together.
Thinking of that, Bianca’s expression cooled.
She’d clearly underestimated Noreen.
That woman mightck ability or brains, but she was certainly skilled at getting men’s attention.
Just as Yvonne had warned her.
Noreen had managed <i>to </i>stay by Seth’s side for seven years–there was no way she was simple.
It was Bianca’s own carelessness that had let Healy fall under her spell.
She pushed those thoughts aside and turned to Seth. “Since we ran into them here, should we invite Healy to join us for dinner?”
Seth asked, “Do you want to?”
Bianca exined lightly, “It just urred to me that it’s been ages since we all had a meal together. Friendships need some tending, after all.”
“I’ll give him a call.”
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Across the room, Healy was still talking to Noreen. When he saw Seth calling, he barely hesitated
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before declining the call.
Seth’s reaction was calm, he simply told Bianca, “He didn’t pick up. Maybe next time.”
“Next time, then.” Bianca knew better than to force it.
If she set her mind to it, she was sure she could win Healy back to her side.
Meanwhile, after ending Seth’s call, Healy turned to Noreen. “Since we ran into each other, how about grabbing dinner together? I actually wanted to discuss some work stuff with <i>you</i>.”
Noreen never turned down a work conversation. Healy had learned that much about her.
Sure enough, Noreen agreed without hesitation. “Sure, I’ll let Scott know.”
Healy had picked the restaurant himself–a trendy spot in Glenhaven City, famous for being the top date–night destination.
He’d seen the rave reviews online and made a reservation without a second thought.
But when the two of them arrived, they ran straight into Seth and Bianca, who were also dining there.
Worried it might ruin Noreen’s mood, Healy changed his mind at thest minute. “Let’s go somewhere else.”
“Why?” Noreen’s response was far calmer than he’d expected. “I think this ce is great—it’s got a nice atmosphere. Let’s just stay.”
She genuinely couldn’t be bothered with the hassle. Leaving now would mean finding a new restaurant, wasting both time and money.
Before heading inside, she made it clear to Healy, “Honestly, you’re overthinking things.”
Seth had moved on from her a long time ago.
Even if he and Bianca started passionately making out right in front of her, she’d still be able to enjoy
her meal without batting an eye.
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