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.

at her. He looked straight ahead and siled, putting out his hand. "Mr.

had turned her back to him, and shook Maxwell's hand. "Pleasure to meet

long time no see!" Sandra greeted Maxwell excitedly as well. Her eyes were large and bright, shining almost as

smiled at her

to mind his lackluster reaction. She turned her smile onto Noelle. "Noelle, why didn't you tell me you were

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

had turned up with Hendrix, but the main point was her last

turned. "No particular reason," she replied simply, dot

the same and changed the subject.. "Max, you must have prepared all these cakes for Noelle,

horrible. Noelle could puke at the

act. "Sorry, she said. "I need to go to the bathroom." With

about to give her the chance. As soon as she finished

could react, the hand made its way around