The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 548

After Erwin left, Dylan finally asked Noelle, "That man earlier is Hendrix's friend, right?"

"Yeah," Noelle said softly while keeping her focus on building the sandcastle.

"So, the person he mentioned who will be arriving soon is also Hendrix?"

"Probably."

Dylan fell silent.

Only then did Noelle realize something. She looked up and explained, "I have no idea why he's here, either."

Her explanation sounded weak, but after a moment of studying her, Dylan smiled and nodded. "I believe you."

Noelle thought his smile seemed a little off but didn't press further. She slowly lowered her gaze instead.

"How about seafood for dinner? I found a good place nearby," Dylan said.

Noelle nodded. "Sure."

Noelle on edge. During dinner, she kept glancing toward the entrance, half-expecting Hendrix

to her surprise,

constant looks toward the door didn't go unnoticed, prompting Dylan to ask, "Are you looking for

"No," Noelle quickly denied.

push further. Instead, he placed a peeled

said with

quiet calm. Afterward, Dylan

beautiful the

room, leaving Noelle standing at the doorway.

extended an invitation. "Would you like to go downstairs for a walk with

She knew Dylan hadn't invited them on this trip just for a vacation. He wanted to spend

moment of hesitation, she said, "This is a

hesitation in her voice, Dylan quickly responded with a smile, "That's true. No worries,

that, he turned and

called out,

and looked

you want, but I'm afraid you might be disappointed," she

I agreed to come with you this