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.

one behind him. He suddenly stopped, his gaze fixed on the empty space behind

finally moved. He didn't

return to the company, but after some hesitation, he told Levi,

had planted over two years ago had grown tall, their buds blooming in spring and

Beatrice was fertilizing

there." Hendrix knew she probably mistook him for a household staff, but he didn't say anything and just handed her

the shovel that she finally noticed it was

lately? What brings you here?" Hendrix pressed his lips

"How's Rosie doing? I wanted to visit her but thought I should discuss it with you

he crouched down

her grandmother, after all. So in this kind of

see you," Hendrix cut

Beatrice fell silent.

a moment, said, "The compatibility test results should be out tomorrow. If it's a match, I go through with the surgery. It is my duty