The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 497 Noelle knew that Hendrix had never lacked admirers. She had seen plenty of them before. Even just recently, hadn't he gone grocery shopping with another woman?

So, as long as Hendrix wanted, there were countless women eager to throw themselves at him. He had endless choices, and she would never be the "right" one. She wasn't before, and she certainly wasn't

now.

At this moment, Noelle could clearly sense Hendrix's stiffness and the way his gaze lingered on her scar. She suddenly felt like laughing.

"So, are you sure you want to continue?" she asked with a smirk.

When she finished speaking, Hendrix finally raised his head and looked at her. His eyes were still as deep as ever, betraying no hint of emotion.

Noelle was about to say something else, but before she could, he lowered his head. Then, his lips landed softly on her scar.

Noelle's expression change instantly. She struggled, trying to get up. But Hendrix quickly pinned her

to say something, but he quickly covered

already forgotten the last time she felt this way—a dizzying, uncontrollable

after tonight's deal. She hadn't mentioned it at first because she didn't believe he would actually follow through until the end. After all, she knew exactly

In fact, he kissed that scar countless

for what Noelle originally wanted to say, she had already forgotten. She felt like a stranded fish, desperately trying to return to the sea. But the waves

know how much time had passed before she finally woke up. The sky was still faintly gray, but the bed was empty

searching for her clothes. Just as she finished

with a phone in his hand, the screen still lit. He narrowed his eyes slightly as he looked at

are you going?"

indulgence, his voice was hoarse, though his expression carried a relaxed satisfaction.