The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 32 Chapter 32

Chapter 32

Matilda asked why, huh? Teenage Noelle used to ponder about this when g

first reunited with her family.

Back then, she had tried to mimic every flattering gesture Sandra had used to win over her family. But what did that get her? Indifference..

Things became crystal clear one day when she prepared a cup of coffee for Matilda. She had thanked her for the effort, only to discard it into the flowerpot behind her back

That night, she overheard the conversation between her parents.

Matilda contemplated whether to take Noelle for an HIV test. At that time, she was too young to know what that was. It wasn't until later in life that she realized it was a test for AIDS.

To her parents, that incident remained

longer pure to them, and she had

opened them again, her gaze displayed nothing but calmness. "It doesn't matter anymore. I

"What does that mean?"

be free of that feeling" Noelle smiled. "Don't worry. I'll leave. From now on, Sandra

know what you're saying?" Matilda's voice rembled, unsure whether it

it was none of Noelle's concern. She simply smiled, saying, "Of course, I do. To be frank, you guys aren't the only ones who regretted it.

village. At least that way, I could've indulged in

her trembling body betrayed her

gazed at Craig. "I've said what I needed to say. Now... take care.

She turned around decisively.

Noelle and chided her, "You're acting crazy! You're the daughter of the Swansons and share

do you want me to do? Sell my soul and body to you?" Noelle questioned solemnly, her gaze so determined that it

throat, and he

Noelle turned around again, her footsteps resolute and