The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

"I saw some news about you recently. You're unable to work for the time being, right?" Beatrice slowly said. "Although Ms. Swift is a loyal friend and her family has a solid background, at the end of the day, Rosie is still my granddaughter.

"So, I don't want to see her depending on someone else for her life. And I know you feel the same way. Besides, she'll need time to recuperate after the surgery. The medical resources in Coppersville are among the best in the country, so staying here is the most logical choice.

"As for my home, you've been there. It's quiet-just me and a few household staff. You can rest assured that Hendrix rarely goes there. So, why don't you think it over?"

Beatrice's tone was calm and measured. It was clear she had prepared in

advance. Every word was deliberate, laying out all the pros and cons for Noelle to consider.

Noelle stared at her for a moment before asking, "Why?"

"What?"

"Why would you want us to move in with you?"

"I've already told you. It's because_"

Noelle shook her head. "But that's not the real reason, is it? You think there's still

and me. You want to use this to bring

I won't deny it. But to be honest, the deeper reason is that I'm getting old, and it makes me a little envious to see my peers being

Having a child around would make

what if I refuse? Would you still go through with

this. I'm merely

lowered her eyes, staring

didn't rush her. She

her head. "Okay. I'll take you

that. Beatrice quickly signed the consent forms, and even the surgery date

the doctor informed them of the surgery schedule, Hendrix

up.

days since

them at all. As Seline had put it, it was as if he

en

he had come

might go wrong