The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 690

In the restaurant, Ricky was eagerly pouring wine for Noelle.

"Mrs. Freeman, I really can't thank you enough. We never expected Mr. Freeman to give us this opportunity. Rest assured. I'll personally oversee things at the factory and make sure he's satisfied."

Ruth was also seated at the table. She had seen Ricky flatter others before, but she found it particularly unpleasant when the person on the receiving end was Noelle.

Thus, she quickly said, "That's enough. You don't need to keep thanking her. I'm sure this is just a small favor for her."

"No, no, I must," Ricky insisted. "Mrs. Freeman, you have no idea how big of a help this is to us. Initially, we-"

"It's fine, Mr. Massey," Noelle interrupted with a smile. "Ruth and I have been friends for a long time. Like she said, it was just a small favor. I'm happy I could help."

than just a small favor!" Ricky immediately continued. "You have no idea-just yesterday, my father was still skeptical about my plans. Let's see what he had to

out into hearty

everything is settled, you should head back to work. I have

"What things?" Ricky asked.

laughed in exasperation. Then, she said sharply, "We've got our own things

displeased. But remembering that he owed this opportunity to Ruth, he pushed down his irritation. Then, he managed a smile at Noelle

the private room, Ruth rolled her eyes

before asking in return, "What

you say last time that

know how cautious Hendrix is. Even though I'm with him now, he's still not completely open with me. So, can't rush things. But I've already convinced him to let me join Amity Group through this collaboration with you. As for

silent, narrowing her eyes as