The sway and slide of love novel

Chapter 427 Noelle knew that Hendrix was doing this to prove her innocence .

When they entered the private dining room , she wasnt surprised to see that it was filled entirely with men .

Noelle had rarely been seen in public lately .

In the past , she would occasionally accompany Hendrix to public events , but she didnt even attend those now .

In fact , the last time she had appeared in public was at their own wedding .

But the wedding was disrupted midway , so no one had had the chance to speak with her .

Now that they saw her , they immediately began offering toasts with smiles on their faces .

My wife has been wanting to chat with you .

Shes hosting a tea party at home for two days you should join if you have time .

I heard you enjoy painting , right ? I saw a piece at an auction recently .

Noelle hated dealing with situations like this .

Back when she worked at Elm Group , she had no choice but to put up with it .

But now , she didnt want to entertain a single word .

Fortunately , Hendrix noticed her discomfort , so he reached out to take the wine glass from her .

She cant have any wine right now , so Ill drink on her behalf .

Given Hendrixs status , he could have easily refused the drink and taken her away .

But he didnt .

Instead , he drank the glass of wine right in front of everyone .

The smiles around them instantly turned teasing .

Mr.

Freeman , you sure are protective of your wife .

Mrs.

Freeman , youre so lucky ! You two look really happy together .

Noelle remained silent , but seeing that Hendrix was about to drink a second glass , she reached out to stop him .

Are you trying to kill yourself ? You just got out of the hospital .

Her voice was low , but her actions were clear as day to everyone in the room .

The teasing grew even louder .

Noelle ignored them , frowning at Hendrix instead .

He chuckled and set the glass down .

Alright .

I wont drink anymore .

Then , he turned to the others .

My wife has always been a strict one .

I wont be able to join you for the next round , but please enjoy yourself .

And put everything on my tab .

After a round of polite farewells , the two of them finally left the private dining room.

Once they were in the car , Noelle asked Hendrix , Did you do that on purpose ? He raised an eyebrow .

Do what on purpose ? Noelle didnt answer .

She just stared at him .

I just didnt want to join them for the next round of drinks Hendrix admitted readily .

But I couldnt say that directly , so I used you as an excuse .

Chapter 427 +25 BONUS Even though Hendrix said it matter of factly , Noelle felt there was more to it .

Still , she didnt press further .

Instead , she turned to look out the car window .

It was then her eyes met someones gaze outside .

Olivia had been standing there for who knew how long .

Snowflakes had settled on her eyelashes , and her once- round face seemed to have thinned .

At that moment , she was staring straight at them .

Noelle frowned slightly .

Hendrix , however , seemed oblivious .

He simply took Noelles hand and toyed with it in his palm .

Noelle paid him no mind .

They drove off without pause , gliding past Olivia without a second glance .

Noelle pursed her lips .

Finally , unable to hold back , she asked , Did you run into Dr.

Garnet today ? Who ? Dr.

Garnet .

Hendrix still looked confused , so Noelle clarified , Olivia Garnet .

Dr.

Garnet .

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