Stop! Noah shouted from the side doorway into the sanctuary. Don't take another step. Back away from her. I mean it! Arnie stopped. He grinned at Noah. You again? Ellie skittered to stand beside Noah and Lucy. Noah slipped his arm around her waist, pulled her against him and said, Ellie gave you excellent advice. Find a lawyer to help you. Get some help for yourself. You're done here. This is about me and Ellie, he said. It has nothing to do with you. Nothing there anymore, Arnie, Noah said. Move on. Before this gets any more complicated for you. The
Noah urgently intervenes in a tense situation, commanding Arnie to stop approaching Ellie. As Arnie recognizes Noah, he smirks, but Noah firmly stands his ground. He reassures Ellie and Lucy while asserting that Arnie should seek legal help. Noah makes it clear that his focus is on his relationship with Ellie, emphasizing that Arnie is no longer a part of their lives.
By urging Arnie to move on, Noah aims to protect Ellie and prevent further complications. The interaction highlights themes of protection, boundaries, and moving forward from past relationships, reinforcing that Ellie's well-being is his priority.
