The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 673

Hendrix's smile slowly faded. Then, he got out of bed and poured himself a glass of water.

Noelle assumed it was for himself. But when he turned around, he held the glass out to her instead. "I was joking. Not funny, huh?"

She still didn't say anything, but she took the glass from him. That alone was enough of a response for Hendrix. His lips curled slightly.

"Get some rest." Noelle took a single sip before setting the glass aside. "I'm going out for a walk."

But before she could step outside, Hendrix grabbed her hand. "Where are you going?"

"The yard. To get some sun."

"I'll go with you."

"Weren't you feeling awful just a moment ago? You should rest more if you're really sick."

her gaze over him with obvious skepticism. It was clear she didn't believe a word about

use some sun, too. Besides,

ago, he was acting like she owed him for making him

on the tip of Noelle's tongue, but she ultimately slowly

was as good as agreement. Without hesitation, he dragged her downstairs

seen from the room, the sunlight was indeed splendid today. Under its golden glow, the carousel Hendrix

as she looked at it. Hendrix, however, was looking at her instead. She could feel his gaze on her, but she chose to ignore

asked, "Do you want to

"What?"

you want to sit on

a small scoff. "I'm not a kid

ride one when you

her off guard,

replied, "I don't remember anything before I was five years old. But after that... No, I never did. Back then, I didn't even know what the cotton candy sold outside my school tasted like, so how would I have a chance

long ago. Noelle figured none of it really mattered anymore. So, when she spoke of it now, her tone