The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 493 It was at this moment that Hendrix seemed to finally understand why Noelle hadn't reacted with anger earlier but had instead apologized to him.

"Are you afraid I won't go through with the surgery?" he asked, his eyes fixed on her.

Noelle didn't respond, but it was clear her silence said it all.

Hendrix's expression darkened further. He pressed his lips together, his teeth clenched so tightly that it felt like they might shatter.

What kind of person did she think he was? Someone who would stand by and watch his own kid die? Was that why she felt the need to placate and accommodate him like this? In her eyes, was he really that cold and heartless?

Hendrix stared at her for a moment, then suddenly clenched his jaw. He didn't say another word, simply turning and walking away.

But he walked slowly. Each step seemed to take an enormous effort. This drawn-out pace was his way of waiting-waiting for Noelle to call out to him and say something.

Even if it was a flimsy lie. As long as she said something, it would be enough.

But she didn't.

the hospital, there was still no one behind

moved. He didn't respond, simply opening the car door

after some hesitation, he

Villa was where Beatrice now lived. It was a modest villa with a well-tended yard. The fruit trees she had planted over two years ago had grown tall,

Hendrix entered, Beatrice was fertilizing the

Instead, she simply instructed, "Pass me the shovel over there." Hendrix knew she probably mistook him for a household staff, but he didn't

wasn't until Beatrice took the shovel that she finally noticed it

you say you were busy lately? What brings you here?"

to the hospital?" she asked. "How's Rosie doing? I wanted to visit her but thought I should discuss it with you

he crouched down to help her shovel the soil.

But I am her grandmother, after all. So

see you," Hendrix cut

Beatrice fell silent.

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