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Noelle stood there without saying a word."You don't need to feel burdened," Beatrice said. "He just wants to do something for the person he loves."Noelle lowered her eyes and remained silent.After a brief pause, Beatrice added, "Now then, you should have your breakfast first. After that, I'll take you somewhere."…Noelle hadn't expected Beatrice to bring her to the Swift residence. She still remembered the last time she was here. Back then, she had made a promise to Marla. She had said she would repay Seline for the kindness she had shown Rosie. And yet, even until now, she did no such thing.Just this morning, because of the rosary Hendrix had given her and because of the cautious way Rosie had looked at her, Noelle had even tried to convince herself to forget her promise.But now, how could she forget? Marla would surely think of her as a despicable liar. After all, she had already promised her."Let's go."Beatrice's voice snapped her out of her thoughts. Noelle blinked
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Noelle wanted to step forward, but Beatrice quickly shielded her and said, "I understand it must be painful for you to lose Seline. But ask yourselves this—was this really Noelle's fault?"I've spoken to the other witnesses. They all said the weather was bad that day, and Noelle tried to stop Seline from taking Rosie up the mountain, but Seline refused to listen. I know this is hard to accept, but the truth is—Seline should take responsibility for her own actions.""What are you saying? Are you implying that Seline deserved to die?" Marla immediately became emotional.Beatrice shook her head. "That's not what I meant. Seline was young, and anyone would feel sorry for her. But what did Noelle do wrong? It wasn't her idea to take Rosie up to the ski resort. In fact, she tried to stop Seline."And when the avalanche happened, she was even prepared to go up the mountain alone to search for them. She did everything she could, so what more do you want from her? Do you really want her to
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"Actually, this whole time, Hendrix has been going to the Swifts' house every day. Why do you think they reacted so strongly just now? But Hendrix is terrible with words. He never says the right things, so the Swifts don't welcome him at all," Beatrice said.Noelle was still confused. "Why would he go there?"Beatrice looked at her. "Why do you think? He did it for you, of course. He doesn't want you to stay trapped in the past with Seline's passing, nor does he want you to be sad. But he can't bring Seline back to life, so the only thing he can do is beg the Swifts to forgive you."He thought if they could just say they forgive you, you might be able to move on. In fact, what he's doing isn't much different from what I did today. It's just that I brought you along to see it for yourself. "Noelle, I just wanted you to know—we've all seen your pain. You're not alone."Noelle didn't respond. She just sat there quietly, staring blankly at Beatrice. It was a long time before she fina
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Noelle and Hendrix stayed at Sienna Villa for another two weeks.Rosie was now old enough for school. Noelle had already chosen a kindergarten for her in Stormridge, but now, going back there was no longer an option.In the end, it was Hendrix who decided on Rosie's kindergarten—a prestigious international school in Coppersville.The school catered to students from prominent family backgrounds, with facilities and resources that far surpassed anything Noelle had previously considered.Deep down, Noelle had always known—if Rosie stayed with Hendrix, the circles and opportunities she would be exposed to were something Noelle could never match, no matter how hard she worked.In fact, everything Rosie used or wore now was the best of the best. Not too long ago, Beatrice had taken Rosie to a few social events. She hadn't been the type to enjoy such gatherings in the past, but she said it would be good to expose Rosie to different kinds of settings so that she wouldn't feel out of pla
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Rosie didn't answer."Are you not happy here?" Noelle asked.Rosie shook her head, then nodded."I think you're not happy, Mommy," she said. "You don't smile at me as much as before. I want you to be like you used to be."Noelle fell silent. Her hand, which had been gently stroking Rosie, froze in place.While they were talking, a household staff had been standing nearby. Noticing Noelle's change in mood, she quickly stepped forward and said to Rosie, "Ms. Rosie, didn't you say you wanted to draw earlier? How about we do it together now?"Rosie didn't answer. She just bit her lip and looked at Noelle.After quickly taking a deep breath, Noelle forced a smile and said, "When we get the chance, I'll take you back to Stormridge for a visit, okay?"Rosie's eyes lit up instantly. "Really?"Seeing her like this, Noelle felt her chest tighten. After a moment, she nodded and said, "Really."Rosie was overjoyed—so much so that she simply let the household staff take her away.Noelle,
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"Didn't I tell you not to walk around barefoot?" Hendrix asked with a frown."The floor has heating," Noelle replied."That's still not okay."Noelle stared at him for a moment, then finally muttered, "Fine.""What were you looking at just now?""What have you been busy with lately?"They spoke at the same time, their voices overlapping.Hendrix was momentarily stunned, then he chuckled softly.Noelle, however, frowned at him. "What are you laughing at?"Instead of answering her question, Hendrix countered with one of his own, "Do you really want to know?" Noelle hesitated, then nodded."Good. Because there's something I want to tell you, too," Hendrix said. "But I haven't washed up yet, so can you wait a while longer?""Can't you tell me first?""No."Hendrix had been so accommodating lately that Noelle had grown used to it. So, when he flat-out refused this time, she was momentarily caught off guard.By then, Hendrix had already stood up and was heading toward the bat
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Noelle offered no response to what he said, as she thought Hendrix was still lying to her.Seemingly aware of what she was thinking, Hendrix quickly added, "Jean went to see you before, right?"Noelle hadn't expected him to bring up Jean. Her previously sharp gaze softened as she asked, "What do you mean?""You've probably already guessed it. I was the one who helped Jean fake the foreign investor she told Dylan about."At his words, Noelle finally remembered the matter.Truthfully, she hadn't had the mental space to care about anything else recently. Even the name Dylan felt like something from a distant past when mentioned now.Hendrix couldn't help but frown at her expression and reaction. He then pinched her cheek lightly and said in a voice tinged with dissatisfaction, "I'm not done talking yet."Not wanting to hurt her, he didn't use much force when he pinched her. But Noelle still found it annoying, so she swatted his hand away with a loud smack.Hendrix, however, only s
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After Hendrix finished speaking, Noelle remained silent for a long time. Her lips were pressed together, and her expression made it seem like she was almost indifferent to his words.After waiting for a while, Hendrix reached out and pinched her cheek again. "Did you fall asleep?"Noelle couldn't help but frown at his question, but she didn't argue with him. Instead, she asked, "Did Jean really die from an infectious disease?"Hendrix was caught off guard by her question. But then, he quickly smiled and said, "Who knows? At least, that's what Dylan told everyone."Noelle fell silent again, her gaze dropping.After a moment, she suddenly remembered something. "Back then, was it you or Dylan who reported Mr. Fisher?"Hendrix went quiet at her question. His hand, which had been resting on her cheek, slowly moved to play with the hair by her ear. His touch was light, almost ticklish.Noelle couldn't help but squirm slightly. Hendrix smiled and suddenly leaned down to kiss her cheek.
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Noelle's expression changed at that moment. It took her a while to find her voice to ask, "Is that what really happened?""Hendrix definitely hasn't told you all these, right?" Dylan smirked. "It's because he's too afraid to mention them. So, tell me. How could someone like him possibly deserve a happy life? "Don't worry. I'll make sure to take him down this time. Once I get your passport, you can go whenever you want."When he finished speaking, there was sincerity and seriousness in his eyes as he looked at Noelle. He really hoped she would stay. Of course, he wanted victory. But if he could have her by his side when he achieved it, that would be even better.Although once he reached the top, anyone could stay by his side. But the person he wanted most was Noelle."Thank you," Noelle said in the end.That wasn't the answer Dylan was most satisfied with. But he knew he couldn't afford to rush things just yet. For now, it was enough that Noelle was on his side."Alright, go to
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As Dylan spoke, his teeth clenched tighter. It was unclear whether he was trying to convince Noelle or himself.Noelle remained silent, quietly watching him.After staring at her for a while, Dylan suddenly laughed. "So, do you know why we were celebrating tonight?"Noelle shook her head."Because we stole Fuer Fund's opportunity! It's all thanks to the plan you sent me before. Now, no matter what Fuer Fund does next, we'll know about it. "George is really happy, too. He used to doubt my abilities, worried that I'd drag down his fund, but you should've seen how he treated me tonight."Not just him, but the whole industry now recognizes me. I've finally established myself here!"Dylan's voice grew more excited as he spoke.Noelle, however, remained calm.The only sign of change was when she heard that he succeeded because of the plan she had given him—her brow slightly lifted. But it was just for a moment.She quickly regained her calm and nodded.Her reaction made Dylan fro
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George didn't care about being cautious. He was too excited. He had clashed with Fuer Fund a few times before, but when faced with absolute power, he had barely gotten any scraps from the table.Now, to be able to seize such a large slice of the pie from Fuer Fund and force them to back off, how could George not be thrilled?Thus, the drinks kept coming, one after another.Even if Dylan hadn't planned on getting drunk, it was hard to refuse the goodwill of so many people. In the end, he was thoroughly drunk.When he returned to the apartment, his steps were unsteady. Seeing the light still on inside, he paused for a moment. Then, he suddenly remembered he didn't live alone anymore. Noelle also lived with him now.Though Dylan was well aware, and his rational mind reminded him repeatedly that he had essentially kept her here as a hostage. If Hendrix made any further moves, he would have no choice but to kill her.But when he saw the light she had left on for him, Dylan couldn't he
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The plan Hendrix had given Dylan was, of course, real. Though he had been tempted to lace it with a trap and watch him walk right into it, he knew better—Dylan wasn't that stupid.More importantly, what Hendrix truly wanted wasn't just to bait Dylan into a trap. Even if Dylan didn't trust the plan, it didn't matter. Their team would still move forward with the plan. But if he did trust it, all the better.Fuer Fund wouldn't tolerate anyone messing with their slice of the pie. And what Hendrix wanted was to drag Erwin and the rest of them into the game.Dylan might have found himself a solid backer, but this wasn't Coppersville. Taking him down alone wouldn't be easy. But what if Fuer Fund collapsed with Hendrix? That would change everything, and that was Hendrix's real goal.Thus, Hendrix didn't even panic when Erwin called him out on it. He simply raised an eyebrow."If this gets out, do you still think you'll have a place in this business?" Erwin slammed his hand on the desk. "O
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"Stay at your place?" Noelle asked."Yeah," Dylan said with a smile. "Hendrix already has another woman now, doesn't he? But don't worry. Unless it's something you're willing to do, I'll never touch you.""Alright."Dylan had planned to say more but was caught off guard by how readily Noelle agreed. Her response made even him freeze for a second. Then, he narrowed his eyes slightly."Do you need me to do anything else?" Noelle asked.She looked completely sincere and serious, like they were truly on the same side now.But Dylan still held on to a shred of suspicion. Regardless, Noelle was in his hands for the time being. If all of this really was an act, and she was lying to him, then she shouldn't blame him for what came next.With that thought, Dylan smiled slightly and gently took Noelle's hand. "Alright. I'll have someone make arrangements right away."Just as he finished speaking, his partner George called to inform him that Hendrix's side had already started moving."Tha
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Dylan took Noelle out of the hospital. She truly wasn't feeling well. After Dylan drove for a while, her complexion turned even paler.In the end, Dylan had no choice but to take her to another hospital. While the doctor reported her condition to him, Dylan's gaze slowly fell on the person lying in the hospital bed.Noelle had fallen into a sleep. Her face was still pale, and her brows were tightly furrowed. She looked so fragile and delicate. But at that moment, Dylan couldn't be sure if she was scheming something.Ultimately, he didn't do anything. He just quietly sat by her side. He didn't know how much time had passed before Noelle finally woke up.When she saw him, she seemed momentarily startled. Then, a flicker of disappointment passed clearly through her eyes.Noticing this, Dylan narrowed his eyes slightly but said nothing."Thank you," Noelle said softly.Dylan looked at her without responding."Can I see my phone?" she asked.He handed it to her in silence.Noelle
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Dylan's gaze darkened. Just as he was about to step forward, someone else beat him to it.Hendrix crouched down in front of Noelle. "What happened?"Seeing this, Dylan almost laughed. He knew things wouldn't be that simple. With how devoted Hendrix had been to Noelle before, how could he possibly fall out of love so quickly?As expected, this was just a show the two of them had put on for Dylan. With that though, he didn't linger. He turned and was about to leave when he heard Noelle's voice."Let go of me!"Her voice wasn't loud in the noisy hospital, but Dylan heard it clearly. He immediately turned his head.Hendrix was holding onto her other hand, seemingly trying to take her away.But Noelle kept struggling. "Let go of me!""Noelle Swanson!""You already have another woman, so why do you still care about me?" Noelle gritted her teeth and glared at him. "Let me tell you—I don't want anything you gave me! And I don't want to see you right now, either!"As she spoke, she tr
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Dylan still didn't believe what Noelle had said, including the plan she gave him. He thought the whole thing was just an act staged by Hendrix and Noelle together. But now, Hailey's words were starting to make him waver.Hailey was one of his people. He had deliberately instructed her to approach Amy today—something Hendrix definitely didn't know about. If this really was all an act, would they really go this far?More importantly, the plan Noelle gave him was airtight. It detailed Fuer Fund's upcoming plan to acquire and merge with Julius Fund. From strategy to step-by-step execution, everything was laid out with incredible detail.He had even gone over it with George Hardin. If the plan was genuine, they could move on Julius Fund before Fuer Fund did—selling it off at the right time.This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.Even if the plan was fake, it must have cost Hendrix an enormous amount of time. Dylan didn't believe he would waste so much effort crafting this elaborate
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Amy spun around instantly and saw Hendrix walking toward her.Even though their relationship was purely transactional—and even though Amy knew better than anyone that catching feelings for a client was the worst mistake she could make—she still had to admit something.Even without Hendrix's status, his looks and presence alone were enough to make any woman blush and her heart race. Being able to call him her boyfriend, even if only on the surface, gave Amy a kind of prestige wherever she went.Seeing that Hendrix was about to reach her, Amy was about to greet him when Hailey suddenly stepped ahead of her."Hi! Are you Amy's boyfriend?" she asked.Hendrix narrowed his eyes at her. "And you are?""I'm her friend. We were out shopping together today. What a surprise to run into you like this!" Hailey said with a grin. "Amy's always bragging about you. Now, I finally see why she's been hiding you from us."As she spoke, Hailey moved to slip her arm through Hendrix's. She was wearing
