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."

Ricky immediately continued. "You have no idea-just yesterday, my father was still skeptical about my plans. Let's see what he had to say now that I've

out into hearty

at him and said, "Alright. Since everything is settled, you should head back to work. I have some things to

"What things?" Ricky asked.

sharply, "We've got our own

opportunity to Ruth, he pushed down his irritation. Then, he managed

room, Ruth rolled her eyes at his retreating figure before turning to Noelle.

sip of her wine before asking in return, "What do

you say last time that

not completely open with me. So, can't rush things. But I've already convinced him to let

her eyes as she studied