The sway and slide of love novel

Chapter 364 Noelle was still caught in her surprise from moments earlier , so when Hendrix suddenly kissed her , she didnt react immediately .

Her slightly parted lips gave him the perfect opportunity .

The lingering taste of the cake was still present on his lips , and the rich , sweet aroma of mange instantly filled her mouth .

Perhaps it was the overwhelming sweetness of the flavor , but Noelle didnt push Hendrix away .

She just sat there , completely still , letting him kiss her .

After a while, Hendrix finally pulled back .

Looking at her , he asked in a raspy voice , Why didnt you move ? He was so close that Noelles reflection was clear in his deep , dark eyes .

Noelle met his gaze and replied , The cake might fall .

Her response left Hendrix momentarily stunned .

It was then he realized that , all this time , she had been holding the cake in her hand .

He was initially quite tempted to take things further .

After all , the street was quiet , and the spot he had chosen was secluded enough .

But seeing Noelle like this , he couldnt help but laugh instead .

How does it taste ? he asked .

Noelle raised an eyebrow and asked back , Dont you know Im allergic to mango ? As soon as she said that , Hendrixs expression immediately changed .

But his panic only lasted for two seconds before he quickly regained his composure and said , Youre not .

What ? Dont try to fool me .

How could I not know if youre allergic to mango ? Noelle fell silent .

She had , in fact , lied to him .

She had been ready to catch a glimpse of his startled and guilty expression , but his unexpected response threw her off , leaving her unsure of how to react .

And now , it was Hendrixs turn to enjoy her expression .

He watched her for a moment before smiling .

Why arent you saying anything ? What is there to say ? Noelle frowned and pushed him away .

Enough .

Just drive already I want to go back and sleep .

Hendrix didnt respond .

He simply stared intently at the tips of her ears .

That focused look made Noelle increasingly uncomfortable Just as she was about to say something , Hendrix b her to it .

Penny , your ears are red .

Noelles eyes shot up immediately .

The flash of irritation in her gaze only deepened the smile on Hendrixs lips .

However , he didnt continue teasing her .

Instead , he returned to the drivers seat and resumed driving .

Noelle didnt have any appetite at first , but as they drove , she ended up finishing the entire cake .

Hendrix didnt say anything more .

She gazed out of the window , the lingering sweetness of the cake still on her lips .

The night breeze slipped through the crack in the car window , lifting the ends of her hair .

In the quiet serenity of the evening , Noelle suddenly felt everything was right in her world .

Cha 764 +25 BONUS As she stared out of the window , lost in thought , Hendrix suddenly reached over and slowly enveloped her hand in his .

Without turning to look at him , Noelle instinctively tried to pull her hand away .

However , he tightened his grip , and realizing she couldnt break free , Noelle simply gave up .

Hendrix glanced at her , the corner of his lips curling into a faint smile .

That night , he didnt do anything more .

Noelle had taken a nap in the afternoon , but Hendrix hadnt stopped moving since stepping off the plane .

After a quick shower , he pulled Noelle into his arms .

The moment be closed his eyes , he drifted straight into sleep .

In the past , Hendrix had only ever been used to sleeping alone .

Ever since he could remember , he had always slept by himself .

He recalled a time when he had fallen ill as a child .

Summoning all his courage , he had timidly asked Beatrice to stay with him for the night , but she had refused him without the slightest hesitation .

Even till now , he could still vividly remember the disappointment in her eyes as she stared at him .