The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Dylan had brought another gift for Rosie-a fluffy, white bunny plushie.

This time, Rosie didn't refuse it. After getting Noelle's permission, she thanked Dylan and hugged the bunny tightly to her chest.

Dylan smiled at her before turning his attention to Noelle. "How have you two been lately?"

"We've been doing well."

"That's good. I saw the news today. It's great that everything's been cleared up. Does that mean your work can move forward smoothly now?"

Noelle nodded. "More or less."

"Awesome!" Dylan said with a nod.

But soon, the conversation between them lulled into silence. Before coming here, Dylan had planned to say a lot to Noelle. Yet now, he suddenly didn't know how to begin.

was Noelle who broke the silence first. Is work not keeping

up nicely, so I've got a bit of a break these days. Otherwise, I wouldn't have had

any more obvious if he

up on his hint,

It was the truth.

small, third-tier city, mostly populated by long-time residents and elderly folks. Children sent to live with relatives were a common sight, but young adults were few and

tourist attractions? There were

idea of Dylan coming here for vacation

about we go to the neighboring

immediately looked up

perfect for families, Rosie's just recovered from her illness, so she shouldn't be doing anything too

clear that Dylan had done his

phone and

the phone. The resort's photos looked inviting, but the idea of going on a trip with Dylan Noelle wasn't sure about