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.

the silence first. Is work not

days. Otherwise, I wouldn't have had time to come

himself any more obvious if

naturally picked up on his hint, she still

It was the truth.

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

attractions? There were none to

coming here for vacation was

to the neighboring

been quietly eating, immediately looked up at the

Rosie's just

that Dylan had done his homework. He pulled

on his phone

phone. The resort's photos looked inviting, but the idea of going on a trip with Dylan