Title: Strings

Genre: Romance

Author:   JosieGrenwood123

Character Name: Noah Forbes

Nominated by:  SkyJWright

About the story:

Ella isn't your typical 18 year old. She's bright, focused and sweet to everyone she meets.

Living alone with her bad boy, older brother Jensen, Ella tries to stear clear of his shenanigans as an adult.

There's just one problem. His best-friend is the hottest, kindest guy she has ever met. He's taken and has never paid any attention to Ella, until one morning when everything changes.

Navigating the first real love of her life, Noah brings a whole new world to Ella's feet.

Secrets, lies and betrayal are about to catch up to her.

The question is will she survive the ride, or will someone get hurt?

Hey there, before we start what should I call you? 

Most people just stick with Noah.

Welcome and thanks for agreeing to talk to us today.

You're welcome, I'm used to meetings so this should be a breeze.

Great! Can I get you something to drink? Water? Soda? Coffee? Wine? Whiskey?

I'll settle for a brandy, if you would? Me and my best buddy JJ always drink on the weekends.

Tell me a little about yourself?

Well, I'm Noah as you know. I'm an only child; my parents are Joselin and Raymond. I'm 23 and I like to paint. I work as a financial advisor but I'm hoping for a promotion soon.

Where do you live?

In West London. I'm crashing at my buddy JJ's with his sister at the moment whilst my apartment gets fixed up. It's pretty cool though, I'm going to miss them when I get into my own place.

Do you have any jobs or hobbies?

I like to paint. It's something I've done since I was a kid, it's a great distraction and the girls seem to like it too.

What are some of your likes and dislikes?

Well I enjoy nice cars and going out on a weekend. I like hanging out with Ella, she's not like other girls I've met.

Dislikes? I hate cats. I know that's an unpopular opinion but I'm allergic. My ex has one too... demonic thing it was.

Ah, the cay vs dog debate. Let's avoid it. What is your greatest fear?

Family's always been important to me. It's why I've kept JJ and Ella so close. They've never really had anyone but each other. So my biggest fear would be losing any of them.

If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be?

I made a mistake a few months ago. One that I can't take back or undo. I feel so stupid; I'd do anything to take it back but I know I'll have to live with it. If I could go back and stop myself I would.

I just got angry.

Oh, okay. Let's try something different. Are you happy we know your story?

I mean, sure. Just keep it quiet from JJ... yeah?

My lips are sealed. Do you exercise or are you a couch potato?

Darling, I'm what you'd call a 'gym buff'. I love working out. I do it most days at least. Ella can't keep her eyes off me either. I love it.

Speaking of love... Are you in love?

I thought I was.  Now I'm not so sure. I didn't think I was ready to love again after I broke up with my ex but I suppose you never know who you're going to meet.

Maybe my feelings will change and to be honest, that's a little scary.

Life does have a way of surprising us. Tell us about someone important to you?

I know my first thought should be JJ or even my ex but it's not.  I didn't realise until recently just how important Ella has become to me. She's the light of the room and no matter how bad my day might be, she's always there for me.

Did I mention how pretty she is?

God, I hope her brother doesn't see this.

Her brother is pretty protective huh? Do you have a secret?

I have lot's. Some not even my own. I have so many that they're hard to keep up with.

Just know this, I'd do anything to protect the people I love.  I watch their back and they watch mine.

An admirable trait. Do you have an enemy?

I got in a fight with my ex-girlfriends lover. Violence solves nothing, but he had it coming. I found out they'd been seeing each other behind my back.

It sucks, but I guess I sort of deserve it.

That definitely "sucks", but I don't judge. Before I let you go, is there anything you want to say to your fans?

Fans? Do I have more than JJ? If so he's going to be peeved; but I'm impressed. The fans must love a guy who paints.  So thanks, I promise to keep up with my paint related innuendos.

Just watch these strokes.

Okay then. Lastly, can we look forward to reading more of your story?

Absolutely, it's going to be a tense ride for all of us. I just hope Ella and Jensen can forgive me.

I hope it all works out for you.  Noah, thanks for talking with me today.

Thanks for the opportunity.

I'm ready for the ride.

So are we!

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