The sway and slide of love novel

Chapter 46 The dinner passed quietly in the end .

Noelle didnt return with Craig.

She asked the driver to take her back to her apartment instead.

The driver glanced at Craig for confirmation .

When Craig didnt object , he switched on his turn signal and took a different route .

Noelle wasnt in the mood to talk to Craig .

She turned her head , staring out the car window .

But a moment later , her phone vibrated .

She didnt look at it However , Craig spoke up , Thats Liam , isnt it ? His words sounded like a reminder , but the underlying tone was clearly one of warning ma finall unlocked her phone .

Sure enough , the message was from Liam .

It was a pleasure meeting you .

I have two tickets to a concert tomorrow .

I was wondering if youd like to join me ? Of course , I completely understand if youre busy .

Liams invitation wasnt exactly abrupt , but his intentions were clear .

Noelle pursed her lips and replied , Sure .

After sending the message , she turned her phone toward Craig Satisfied ? Craig didnt respond .

Noelle didnt want to look at him anymore .

She said flatly , Pull over here .

Ill walk the rest of the way .

The driver didnt answer , nor did he dare to stop .

Noelle glanced at Craig .

His brows were still furrowed , but he finally said , Pull over .

Only then did Noelle turn away from him .

Before Noelle could even push open the car door , Craigs voice came from behind her , Liams a good match .

Though there are some problems with his leg , his overall prospects are promising .

Do you understand ? Noelle chuckled .

If hes so great , why dont you have Sandra marry him instead ? Her words left Craig speechless .

Without waiting for a reply , Noelle simply closed the car door firmly and began walking away .

It was nearly 9:00 pm , but in this bustling city , the nightlife was just beginning .

The neon lights flickered , and the streets buzzed with an endless stream of cars .

Everything about it spoke to the citys boundless energy .

However , Noelle felt like a detached observer someone who didnt belong .

She knew all too well that none of this belonged to her .

In this vast city , there wasnt a single place she could call home , The next day , she arrived on time for Liams invitation .

The concert hed mentioned wasnt by any famous orchestra .

Probably because it was a workday , it wasnt very crowded .

Liam had arrived early and was waiting for her at the entrance .

Chapter 46 +25 BONUS Noelle approached him .

Sorry .

Im late .

Its fine .

I just got here myself .

Liam smiled at her ..

Noelle avoided his gaze .

Shall we go in ? Sure .

She wasnt in the mood to talk , so Liam kept a respectful distance .

As they entered , Liams leg issue became more apparent .

His uneven gait made Noelle unconsciously adjust her pace to match his .

Just as they were about to take their seats , a surprised voice called out , Noelle ? The familiar voice made Noelles body stiffen for a moment She spun around , only to see Beatrice standing a few feet away .

Beatrice was holding a concert ticket , her gaze first sweeping over Liam , then slowly turning to Noelle .

Noelle took a deep breath and gave her a small smile .

Hello , Beatrice .

That evening , Hendrix received a call from Beatrice , asking him to come to Freeman Manor for dinner .

The meeting ran later than expected , and by the time he arrived at the house , Ophelia had already finished eating and retired upstairs .