There was a soft knock at the door and she glanced at the time on the bedside clock radio; it was after ten. She opened the door and smiled at Noah. Never do that again, he said sternly. We don't really know how far we can trust Arnold. And then he brushed past her to enter. I knew it was you, Noah, she said, closing the door. I could hear Lucy panting. You thought you knew it was me. It could have been Arnold panting. I don't think it would take much to say, 'Who's there?' before you open the door. I can do that, she said, smiling.
In the scene, a woman answers a soft knock at her door, revealing Noah, who appears tense and protective. He warns her about being too trusting of Arnold, indicating a sense of danger or uncertainty in their situation. This suggests that there may be underlying issues with trust and safety that must be navigated carefully.
Despite the seriousness of Noah's warning, the interaction contains a playful undertone. The woman responds with a smile, indicating her familiarity with Noah and teasing him about his concern, showing a level of comfort between them. Their exchange hints at a deeper relationship, blending cautiousness with affection, while also highlighting the tension surrounding the potential threat posed by Arnold.
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