The Sway and Slide of Love novel Chapter 793

Hendrix had rushed back because Rosie was crying—loudly and heartbreakingly so. Since the day he first met her, this was the first time he had ever seen her cry like this.

Earlier, Rosie had been overjoyed to see Noelle, clinging to her and refusing to let go.

But now, Noelle stood beside her, completely at a loss.

Hendrix took one look and immediately knew what was going on. He crouched in front of Rosie. "Don't cry."

Rosie glanced at him, only to wail even harder.

Hendrix frowned and turned to Noelle. "Did you say something to her?"

"Not much." Noelle twisted the hem of her shirt. "She mentioned her birthday is coming up, and I said I forgot."

Of course. Hendrix wasn't surprised. He grabbed a tissue, wiped Rosie's tears, and picked her up.

Noelle moved to follow, but Hendrix quickly turned his head around and said, "Go back to your room first. I'll come find you later."

Noelle stopped in her tracks, her eyes lingering on them until Hendrix shut Rosie's bedroom door behind him.

By now, Rosie had calmed slightly, but her breath still hitched in little hiccups. It was as if all the emotions she'd bottled up had finally exploded, leaving her unable to stop.

Hendrix wet a towel in the bathroom and carefully cleaned her face with his good hand. Then, he said, "I told you before, didn't I? Your mom has forgotten some things."

Rosie didn't answer, but the grievance in her eyes was unmistakable. It was as if she was silently asking, "She could forget anything else, but how could she forget my birthday?"

"Actually, I think this might not be so bad." Hendrix tried his best to come up with something. "This is my first time celebrating your birthday with you, and in her memory, it's her first time, too."