The Sway and Slide of Love novel Chapter 762

"Mr. Freeman, it's time to change your dressi—" The doctor's voice suddenly broke the silence.

The unexpected interruption sent a jolt through Noelle. It was as if she had suddenly snapped back to reality. In a flurry, she pushed Hendrix away.

She looked as though she had been caught doing something wrong. She stumbled backward several steps, her hands rising and falling repeatedly. Her lips quivered as if she wanted to speak but couldn't find the words. Panic filled her eyes, unmistakable and clear.

The doctor, however, was tactful. "My apologies. I didn't mean to interrupt," he said quickly before excusing himself and leaving.

Noelle's face turned an even deeper shade of red at this. She wanted to chase after the doctor, but Hendrix grabbed her hand again.

"Let go of me," Noelle said when she finally managed to find her voice.

She had intended to reprimand him. But after the kiss and the nervous tension, her voice came out slightly hoarse, sounding almost alluring. Even Noelle herself didn't realize it would come out this way.

For a moment, she was stunned, her cheeks burning even brighter. The tips of her ears turned so red that it looked as though they might bleed.

Hendrix noticed this, and the smile on his lips deepened. "No, I won't."

"You—" Noelle's anger flared, but she couldn't find the words to respond. Instead, she bit her lip and glared at him.

"Does it hurt?" Hendrix suddenly asked.

"What?"

"Does it hurt when you bite your lip like that?" Hendrix reached out and gently touched her lower lip.