Chapter 45 Mr.
Swanson , its been a long time, The Hawthorne couple , Gregory Hawthorne and Wendy Spencer , exchanged polite handshakes with Craig .
Then , their gazes converged on Noelle almost in unison .
Craig glanced at Noelle .
After she briefly clenched her hands together , she finally managed to force a smile .
Let me introduce you to my daughter , Noelle , Craig said Shes very beautiful , Gregory responded first , then motioned to his son .

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The man across from Noelle then extended his hand .
Helld .
Im Liam Hawthorne .
He was dressed in a crisp suit , with black framed glasses perched on his nose .
His features werent striking , but they were well balanced , and he wore a friendly smile .
Noelle kept her strained smile in place and slowly reached out her hand .
Hello .
Lets all sit down ! Craig called out .
Everyone settled into their seats , and Craig seamlessly started discussing business matters with Gregory .
If Noelle hadnt been so clearly aware of their intentions , she might have thought this was just a normal dinner gathering .
Liam sat directly across from her , but aside from their brief greeting , he didnt seem to focus much on Noelle .
Instead , he naturally joined in on the adults conversation , is voice calm and steady .
After a few more glances at Noelle , Wendy spoke up , Ms.
Swanson , youre 24 years old this year , right ? Yes .
Weve actually met before , Wendy continued .
About this time last year at Rosewood Hotel .
Her words caught Noelle off guard , She immediately remembered that event it was her and Hendrixs first anniversary celebration .
That evening , she had dressed to the nines and was the center of everyones attention .
She was the envy of every unmarried woman in Coppersville .
But Hendrix hadnt shown up .
His absence had turned Noelle into the laughingstock of the night .
Although Beatrice had explained the situation to everyone at the time , it still couldnt hide the fact that Hendrix simply didnt care about her .
Even until today , Noelle still didnt know what Hendrix had been doing that night .
He had never explained it to her .
Noelle had thought shed completely forgotten about it .
But when Wendy brought it up again , she felt a dull ache in her chest , like an old wound being tom open .
I never expected that wed have the chance to meet like this today , Wendy continued .
Her tone was light , but the disdain and mockery in her eyes as she looked at Noelle couldnt be hidden .
Gregory glanced over and was about to reprimand Wendy , but Liam interrupted , saying , By the way , I realize I dont have your contact information , Ms.
Swanson .
Would it be alright if we added each other as friends ? His voice was calm but firm , effectively silencing Wendy .
Chapter 45 +25 BONUS Before Noelle could answer , Craig spoke for her , Of course Noelle isnt much of a talker , and shes a little reserved .
But you have such a pleasant personality , Mr.
Liam .
You should take her out more and let her get some air .
She tends to stay in too much .
Liam only smiled and turned his attention back to Noelle .
She didnt respond to Craigs words , instead quietly placing her phone in front of Liam .
As Liam input her contact information , he took a quick glance at her .
Noelle was quietly sipping her coffee , her gaze cast downward .
To others , her silence might have seemed like she was shy , but Liam could see it clearly there was no emotion in her eyes .
To her , this social exchange was nothing more than a routine task .