The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 24 Chapter 24

Sandra's arm was linked with Hendrix. They were both wearing matching blue outfits. At a glance, it looked like they were the perfect couple.

Noelle felt as if she had been slapped by her own husband. Bitterness welled up in her. Not even the cake could push the bitter taste away.

She did not continue her conversation with Maxwell. Instead, she placed her cake down on the table. Just as she turned to leave, Sandra saw her.

"Noelle!"

Her voice was loud and clear. It was impossible for Noelle not to hear her. At the same time, Maxwell stepped in front of her, blocking her path of escape.

Noelle frowned at him.

did not look at her. He looked straight ahead and siled, putting out his hand. "Mr. Freeman.

back to him, and shook

Her eyes were large and bright, shining almost as

just smiled

her smile onto Noelle. "Noelle, why didn't you tell me you

be the last one to arrive. I didn't expect to see Hendrix at the door! Actually, why

explain why she had turned up with Hendrix, but the

turned. "No particular reason," she replied

must have prepared all these cakes for Noelle, didn't you?

Noelle could

she said. "I need to go to the bathroom." With that, she turned

was about to offer to accompany her, but Noelle wasn't about to give her the chance. As

hand. Before she could react,