The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 512 "Thank you," Beatrice's voice came from behind just as Noelle was in the kitchen preparing a snack for Rosie.

Even though there were household staff and chefs in the villa, Noelle still preferred making Rosie's food herself.

Despite being in a new environment, Rosie adapted quickly. Noelle had spent the morning reading to her, and during lunch, she ate quietly without fuss. She even took her medicine without any tears or complaints. Now, she was upstairs sleeping.

Beatrice adored her but was careful not to overwhelm her with too much attention. Seeing Noelle take the time to make snacks, she couldn't help but speak up.

Noelle froze for a second, then turned to her with a puzzled look, unsure what she meant.

"You've raised Rosie well," Beatrice said.

"I'm her mother. That's what I'm supposed to do," Noelle said. "And she's my daughter, so you don't have to thank me for that."

The line Noelle drew was clear and firm.

Beatrice understood what she was saying right away. She also knew that, on the surface, Noelle had agreed to move into the villa, but in truth, it was nothing more than a tactical retreat.

She was well aware of Noelle's real intentions, so she simply went along with it.

resources and partly to make it clear

wasn't sure if she was doing the right thing by pushing this arrangement, but one thing was certain-she had to at

will ripen soon," Beatrice suddenly said. "Does Rosie like cake? We could make

"She loves cakes but doesn't like mango. She prefers strawberries

see. In that case, I'll have

it's okay, Mrs. Freeman. Besides, she's still recuperating and shouldn't

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freshly made bread into the oven Her

time making them.

before suddenly asking, "It

temperature. When she heard that, she paused but didn't look up. Instead, she simply replied, "It wasn't too

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lost a lot of

calmly "But things are better now,

she completed her task on hand before finally lifting her head

narrowed her eyes, and after a moment,