The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 359 "hapter 359

Noelle rarely was called by her nickname, especially by someone who bore such a striking resemblance to Hendrix.

Nathan was wearing a white shirt today and no tie, with the sleeves casually rolled up. On his wrist was a watch of an unknown brand, clearly aged, with the leather strap showing signs of wear and cracking He was smiling gently as always. "I saw you just now but wasn't sure it was you. What are you doing here all alone?"

"L...uh... came down for a walk."

This was their second meeting.

Noelle still vividly remembered the awkward scene at Freeman Manor last time, but Nathan seemed entirely unbothered by it. He nodded earnestly at her response.

"Is that so? Have you had dinner yet? Hendrix has been in meetings nonstop since he got back to the office. I'm guessing he hasn't had time to look after you?"

Noelle had intended to lie, but before she could say anything, her stomach growled audibly.

clearly heard it, too, and his

suddenly found herself at a loss

"How about I take you out to dinner?

okay," Noelle rejected him without a second

own.

she turned and

remained standing where he was as he watched her leave. Even without looking back, Noelle could still feel his

had only been

a nearby convenience store. Since Hendrix hadn't called her, it meant his meetings were still ongoing. Even if she returned to his office now,

do was sleep-but she'd already napped enough in the

10:00 pm, the surrounding skyscrapers were still brightly lit. On

back to Amity Group, the fountain in front of her suddenly lit up. The abrupt movement startled