The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 48 Chapter 48

Noelle was wearing a long black dress. Her hair fell loosely over her shoulders, the ends slightly curled. There was a gentle smile at the corners of her lips, and she looked incredibly serene.

Liam must have said something to her because her smile deepened, and then she lifted her eyes to look at him. Her gaze shimmered, like a glimmering lake under the sun.

Hendrix realized he had never seen her smile like that before. In his memories, Noelle had always been quiet and dull

But as soon as the thought crossed his mind, another memory surfaced.

It was from the last time in the car, when she had kissed him suddenly-an impulsive kiss that landed on his lips. while they fought over the sketchbook.

That had been Noelle's first kiss to him. And it seemed it would also be the last.

As Hendrix lingered on that thought, ahead of him, Liam had taken a few steps forward. He turned and said. something else to Noelle, who smiled and shook her head.

Liam didn't say anything more. He just opened the door and got into the car.

Noelle remained where she stood without moving. The night wind tousled her hair, and she reached up to

push it back. Then, she waved goodbye to Liam, who was already inside the car.

Her eyes were cast downward, and she seemed lost in

pressed the gas pedal and drove right up

a model Noelle knew all too well. At first, she thought her eyes were playing tricks on her. It wasn't until he lowered the window that she

Hendrix's voice was as cold and

need." Noelle was stunned, but she quickly regained her composure.

started to walk around his car. However,

say a word,

been resting at her side,

didn't sit in the passenger

asked directly, "What do you want to

neutral

nearly hitting

her. She quickly grabbed the handrail beside her

completely unaware of her discomfort, continuing to

demeanor.

hold back. "What do you want from

lightly pressed the gas pedal, slowing the car down

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but no one can predict how things will go in the future. You're all rushing into things. Be careful,