The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 64 Chapter 64

Noelle collapsed onto her bed and fell asleep almost instantly before she was unsurprisingly caught in a nightmare.

Half of her pillow was soaked with tears when she woke up. The sky outside had brightened with the arrival of dawn.

She sat on the bed momentarily before she reached for her phone.

She had anticipated a flood of messages and calls. However, there were surprisingly none. There wasn't

a trace of news online, nor even the faintest whisper within their circle,

Ruth would normally have seized the chance to mock and ridicule her if she had caught wind of such a thing. However, she hadn't made her move yet. This could only mean that someone had suppressed the news.

The person who was capable of doing that was self-evident

However, Noelle immediately dismissed the thought when it crossed her mind. After all, how could that be possible?

couldn't think of any other explanation apart

an eye out for related rumors for the next few days but nothing about her surfaced. Instead, she came across

help but be slightly stunned

ties with the Swanson family. Sandra

Quinlan family had previously hinted at the prospect of a marriage

had learned about the news online. Thus, she was uncertain of its authenticity. Evelyn messaged her soon after, telling her

her latest work had been discontinued, the publication plans for her previous two books were still on track. She would need to sign them once the books arrived, leaving her no time to dwell on

matters.

was about to order takeout

his name on the screen. After all, they hadn't

truth, Noelle would have liked to remain friends with him. However, it was clear that Maxwell didn't share

call ended while she hesitated over whether to answer. Noelle breathed a

reason.

called again soon

have the time? I'd like to treat you to a meal," he said

but Maxwell's