The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 118 Chapter 118

"I've prepared a gift for her. You can take it with you when the time comes," Ophelia said. "That boy from the Quinlan family... His status may be lacking, but this is ultimately the Swanson family's matter.

"I just hope the two of them can be happy."

As Ophelia spoke, her gaze seemed fixed on Hendrix, as if waiting for his reaction.

But Hendrix remained calm, responding only with a brief um".

Beatrice, who had been silent until then, suddenly spoke up, "Noelle will probably be at the engagement banquet, right?"

That name was rarely mentioned in Freeman Manor anymore, but as soon as Beatrice said it, the other two in the room slightly frowned.

"Isn't she no longer connected to the Swanson family?" Ophelia asked, glancing at Hendrix.

Hendrix continued eating without a change in expression, the slight furrow in his brows fading as though it had never been there.

will be many media at the event. Regardless of the situation, the Swanson family will certainly maintain

"Mm, that's true."

suggest Hendrix doesn't attend," Beatrice continued. "I'll deliver the gift myself." She turned to Hendrix, as if

Hendrix didn't respond.

After all, it's just an engagement. It doesn't matter

Hendrix said, setting down his utensils just

"And for the weekend..."

interrupted as if the matter wasn't worth further discussion. "I

that, he stood

watched his departing figure with a frown. When she turned back, she saw

The weekend arrived quickly.

at the Quinlan

an elegant archway

wear a wedding dress. Instead, she chose a light blue evening

light and fresh, was now bold with winged eyeliner, red lips, and a polished look that

her side as