The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

The loud crash finally drew the attention of others. The door that had kept Noelle trapped for an entire day was finally opened.

It was only then that Noelle realized Hendrix had known all along how to get out, but he had chosen not to do anything until now.

She couldn't help but frown. When she turned to look at him, he was already putting on his coat. He didn't look at her or say another word. He simply walked out after slipping on his coat.

Erwin, who had heard of the commotion, was standing at the door, watching them with curiosity. When his eyes met Noelle's, he even grinned and greeted her.

Noelle ignored him and turned to leave in the opposite direction.

Erwin raised an eyebrow, then quickly caught up to Hendrix. "What happened? Didn't you two... you know? You should have. I did go through all that trouble to create the perfect opportunity for you after all."

As he spoke, he frowned and looked at Hendrix with frustration.

"Gee, thanks," Hendrix said, but his tone was dismissive.

Erwin's frown deepened.

to do this kind

finally realized Hendrix was criticizing him. He let out a cold laugh and said, "You think I enjoy meddling in your business? I

but Hendrix didn't respond.

to hold back, quickened his pace and

happen between me and her anymore," Hendrix said. "So, you don't need to do anything unnecessary from

Unnecessary?

it weren't for the fact that you were half-dead with

didn't answer. It was clear he didn't even want to mention Noelle's name. He stepped

his trip had been so rushed that he hadn't even brought a suitcase. But that also meant he could leave without any

one last look. He clenched his hand briefly, but in the end, he lowered his

returned to her room, she was surprised to

up all night and was sitting quietly on the couch at that moment. But for some

of him sitting there se calmly made Noelle's heart skip a