The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

My Nephew Leonard 438 Chapter 438

"It's nothing. If you're busy, then just forget about it," Noelle said.

With that, she turned to leave.

But Hendrix quickly grabbed her hand, a smile tugging at his lips. "At least tell me what's happening that day so I can make arrangements."

"It's nothing important. If you don't have time, it's fine." Noelle's voice grew noticeably colder.

But as she turned away, Hendrix reached out from behind and wrapped his arms around her.

"I thought you'd forgotten," he said with a chuckle. "Don't worry. Even if you don't remember, I do. So, what birthday gift did you get me this time?"

"Didn't you say you'd be busy? How are we supposed to celebrate your birthday, then?" Noelle shot back expressionlessly.

Hendrix's smile deepened. He gently pinched her cheek. "I was just teasing you. I've actually been working nonstop lately just to free up that day. How about we go to the beach?"

"The beach? In this weather?" Noelle frowned.

"Then, how about a hot spring? I'll have someone book a hotel."

respond,

want to do?"

she was about

answer, his phone rang.

immediately turned his

to look, but as she turned her head, she caught a glimpse of

there to witness Hendrix receiving a call from Olivia. Back then, Olivia's number had been unnamed. But now, it was clearly saved under her full

words she was just about to

end of the call

"Okay. I got it."

Hendrix hung up. Then, he turned

serious during the call, his expression softened the moment he looked at her.

What did you say you wanted to

that day before we plan anything," Noelle said as

so I'm

had wanted to stop her, but Noelle walked away before he could

Olivia sent

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