The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 500 Hendrix's hand remained suspended in midair. When he realized Noelle had no intention of taking the keycard, he immediately frowned.

But Noelle acted as if she hadn't noticed and simply pulled out the documents she had prepared. "Rather than that, let's talk about the terms of our deal first."

Hendrix didn't respond, his eyes fixed on the papers in her hand.

"This is the surgery consent form. Please sign it," Noelle continued.

Last time, he had claimed he hadn't agreed to her terms, and she had no way to argue. So this time, she came prepared.

Hendrix was a businessman, and as a businessman, he valued tangible, signed documents above all else. In addition to the consent form, Noelle had prepared another contact one outlining the nature of their... relationship.

It stated that she would fulfill Hendrix's need, but only during Rosie's recovery period. Once the surgery was successful and Rosie was fully healed, their relationship would end immediately, with no further ties. The terms of the contract were simple and evenly straightforward. If such a document were leaked to the media, it could cause significant damage to both of their reputations.

placed her own body at the bargaining table. Hendrix fixed his gaze on the clauses. He had finished reading those few lines of text long ago, but he gave no reaction or response. He simply sat there, expressionless, as he stared at the document. "Mr.

was only then

professional. "Let me know if you want any changes made,

laughed. Then, he tore up the contract, along with

immediately changed. She turned to him and asked, "What do you mean by this?" "It's simple.

Noelle frowned.

think I had no choice but to sign this contract?" Hendrix asked. "Don't forget that you're the one begging me here. If you're not willing, you

the surgery is entirely up to me, isn't it? So what if I don't want to do it

while Hendrix stood over her, looking down with

and said through gritted