The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

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Though they had only been married for two years, Hendrix had known Noelle for several years before that.

In his memory, Noelle was always calm and steady. The only time he had ever seen her cry was when she had a miscarriage.

When he arrived, the surgery had been performed. It was late, and both families had already gone home. The nurse had fallen asleep by her side, while Noelle quietly sat on the bed.

She didn't break down in tears-not even a quiet sob. She simply turned her head to look out the window, letting the tears fall one by one.

And what had Hendrix done at that moment?

He had already forgotten.

Even the life that had lasted less than three months-his mind barely held any memories or emotions about it.

However, the image of Noelle crying suddenly flooded back into his mind now, clear as day. That was one of the few times he had seen her so emotionally overwhelmed, apart from... those other special moments.

But just now, she had cried in front of Maxwell. She was even trembling

"Mr. Freeman?"

The voice from across the court snapped Hendrix back to reality.

hummed in acknowledgment and served

of his

he returned to the first-floor court, Noelle and the others were gone. But on a chair nearby, a

recognized it immediately-it was

he didn't approach it. He simply glanced at it

When he saw Hendrix come out, he immediately

for him.

the

"Yes."

it were emails waiting for his attention. But as soon as

"What?"

He even wondered for a moment

"Turn around," Hendrix repeated.

signal to turn. As he drove the car back toward the gym, Levi asked, "Did

"No need."

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already getting out

found that the hair tie

was holding her phone and

the girl looked up at him. When she saw his