The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Dylan had originally promised Noelle that he would wrap up the situation with Dyno Corporation within a month. He had even booked tickets to a seaside amusement park in advance, saying he wanted to bring Rosie there.

Rosie had been looking forward to it for a long time and even asked Noelle to take her to the mall to buy a new swimsuit. But two days before the planned trip, Dylan suddenly called Noelle to say he wouldn't be able to keep his promise.

"There's an investor from abroad I need to meet. If the deal goes through, there might still be a chance to turn things around, so..."

Dylan's voice carried a hint of guilt.

But Noelle quickly smiled and said, "It's fine. You go ahead and do what you have to do. I can take Rosie by myself."

"I can arrange for someone to go with you. It'll be too tiring for you to handle it alone."

"It's okay. I've managed on my own before, haven't I?" Noelle said, her tone light. "So, is there a chance to save the company?"

Dylan could hear the joy in her voice. He knew she wasn't concerned about the company itself-she was genuinely happy for him.

After all, no matter what kind of life he preferred, the effort he had poured into Dyno Corporation was real. Thus, no matter what, it shouldn't have ended like this.

Influenced by Noelle's optimism, Dylan let out a soft chuckle. "Maybe, but it's not certain yet."

least there's hope now," Noelle said. "Where are you

The flight's

"Okay. Stay safe."

some gifts back for you and

laughed softly. "Only if the deal goes

he chuckled. "So,

get to buy you

"Pretty much."

I'll work

soft smile lingering on her face. It wasn't until Dylan had to attend to something urgent that they finally

phone and looked up to

their apartment

Rosie's health had improved

in the apartment complex. Every time Noelle brought her downstairs, a group of kids would rush over, fighting to

was also very

never strayed too far

was

So,