The sway and slide of love novel

Chapter 51 Finally , Noelle sank onto the couch , wrapping her arms tightly around herself .

Just then , the same unknown number flashed on her phone again .

She hadnt saved the number , but after seeing it just once the previous night , it was already seared into her memory .

Without hesitation , she grabbed the phone and hurled it to the floor .

+25 BONUS At Nivis Villa , Mabel stood on the other side of the ornate iron gate , her sharp gaze fixed on the scruffy man in front of her .

And who are you supposed to be ? Im William Kaplan , Im Lunas … I mean , Noelles father , William said , baring a grin that revealed yellowed teeth .

I know shes staying here .

Tell her to come out and see me .

It was common knowledge in Coppersville that Noelle had been missing as a child and had spent over a decade in the countryside .

One glance at the man , and Mabel instantly recognized who he was .

Her lips curled in disdain as her gaze swept over him .

Ms.

Noelle has moved out .

She moved out ? How is that possible ? Isnt she- She and Mr.

Freeman are divorced , Mabel interrupted , her tone laced with irritation .

If youre looking for her , go bother the Swanson family .

Now , get lost .

!! Divorced ? William never expected that answer .

He had only recently learned from the news that Noelle had married Hendrix , the wealthiest man in Coppersville .

Just the thought of having a connection to someone so powerful had been enough to send him into fits of excitement .

He never expected Noelle and Hendrix to be divorced ! Thats right .

Theyve been divorced for a while now .

So scram before I call security ! Mabel couldnt hide her disgust .

She didnt even want to look at William again .

Rolling her eyes , she turned and walked away .

When Mabel returned inside , she found Hendrix coming down the stairs .

He was adjusting the cuffs of his shirt as he asked , Who was outside ? Just someone at the wrong door , Mabel replied quickly .

But Hendrix lifted his gaze , his sharp eyes locking onto hers .

Even though Mabel had practically raised him and was a good 20 years his senior , that look sent a jolt through her .

She hesitated for only a moment before confessing , That man said he was Mrs.

Freemans … I mean , Ms.

Noelles father .

He wanted to see her .

Her father ? Hendrixs brows furrowed slightly .

It wasnt Mr.

Swanson , Mabel added hurriedly , immediately sensing Hendrixs misunderstanding .

Its probably her adoptive father .

You could tell just by looking at him that hes from some rural area .

Strange , though why didnt he come looking for her before ? Hendrix gave no response , his expression unreadable as he took a seat at the dining table .

1/2 Chapter 51 +25 BONUS Should we … do something ? Mabel ventured cautiously .

If hes gone , leave it , Hendrix said flatly , as if the man had just been an unrelated stranger to him.

And in fact , William was a complete stranger to Hendrix .

Mabel exhaled in relief and nodded .

Changing the subject , she added , By the way , do you have any free evenings this week , Mr.

Freeman ? Hendrix glanced up , his brow arched .

Well , your birthday is coming up , Mabel said , forcing a bright tone .

Ms.

Sandra called earlier she would like to throw you a small celebration .

She was wondering when you might be available- Youre overstepping , Hendrix interrupted , his voice light but pointed .

That single comment made Mabels face pale .

For a moment , she could only fumble for a response , but Hendrix didnt wait for one .

He calmly set his newspaper down , dabbed the corner of his mouth with a napkin , and stood to leave .