The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 37 Chapter 37

Hendrix's gaze didn't linger on Noelle, as if he had no interest in knowing why she was there. Instead, he stood rooted to his spot, waiting for... Sandra.

After a glance, Noelle withdrew her gaze and asked Sandra, 'What do you want?"

Sandra begged. "Come home with me, Noelle. Don't fight with Mom and Dad anymore, alright?"

"Sorry, but I'm not going back" Noelle was adamant.

Not giving up just yet, Sandra turned to Evelyn. "Are you Noelle's friend? Would you please tell her to

come

"She's an adult. She doesn't need you worrying about her decisions, okay?" Evelyn said after a chuckle. Stumped, Sandra quickly responded, "But Mom and Dad are sad! Noelle, can you really watch them lose appetite and sleep over worrying you? How can you be this heartless".

her face. That sight impressed Evelyn. "You've got quite an

sarcastic question

could say anything, Noelle

refused to give up this chance, extending her hand to pull

grip ahead of time. Surprisingly, Sandra was feeble enough to miss her and fall to the

finally stepped in. He approached with hurried steps and helped Sandra

fine, Rix. Don't be mad

Hendrix?" Evelyn quickly grasped the situation her eyes darting

go." Noelle refused to drag out this fight. She grabbed Evelyn's hand, urging her to

gaze fixed on Hendrix, who was holding Sandra's hand "What's going on here? A play or

instantly refuted, "Rix and

like this at this hour. Nothing going on, your say? The ink on your

don't blame you for fantasizing about his death anymore. Who wants

wanted to stop her, but Hendrix