The Cherished Wife

Wife 31

“Has Noelle arrived?”

The Shaw family’s long–time butler, Mr. Thompson, was the first to catch sight of Noelle. He had a welcoming grin on his face. “Come on in. Don’t just stand there! It’s not winter it’s still cold. Hurry inside and see Sir Joshua. He’s been missing you!”

yet, but

Mr. Thompson had been by Samuel’s side for ages, tending to him and dedicating his life to the Shaw family. He knew all the ins and outs, especially how much Sir Shaw doted on Noelle.

Noelle’s eyes lit up, and her hand was comforted by Mr. Thompson’s warm grip. “Okay, I’ll go with you to see him! How has he been? Is he eating enough?”

“He’s been eating great and full of energy!” Mr. Thompson chuckled. “You’re the one he’s been waiting for, Noelle. Sir Shaw has been over the moon knowing you would be back today.”

Mr. Thompson, knowing that Noelle preferred the quiet, steered her away from the bustling crowd, taking a shortcut through the backyard and straight upstairs to find Samuel,

It was Samuel’s big birthday party. The real motive behind the celebration, however, was Julian’s plan to network with the top dogs in the business scene under the guise of the party. Samuel was getting on in years, and these shindigs were not his cup of tea. If it were not for Noelle, he probably would not have bothered with the party at all.

Noelle climbed the stairs to the second floor, made her way down the hall to Samuel’s study, and tapped on the door. “It’s me, Noelle!”

At the sound of her voice, Samuel’s eyes lit up. “Noelle, come on in!”

She pushed the door open and found Samuel just where she expected him, bent over his desk, absorbed in his calligraphy. She walked over with a bright smile.

Meanwhile, downstairs in the banquet hall, Winter was getting antsy, pacing and throwing glances at the door. “Mom, you promised Noelle would show up, right? So where is she?”

*Just relax. She adores Sir Shaw too much to stay away. She will be here,” Jade reassured her, though she felt a twinge of impatience herself. Julian had assured them of Noelle’s arrival, so she gave Winter’s hand a comforting pat. “I’m with you all the way. Today, we’re going to make sure Sir Shaw and Noelle give their blessing to you and Xavier.” Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

“Thanks, Mom!” Winter’s eyes brimmed with tears as she hugged Jade, nuzzling her head affectionately, “You’re always the best to me, Mom. And Xavier will be great to you too, once

we’re married!”

Jade smiled, stroking Winter’s hair, her eyes flashing with a vengeful glint. If Noelle even thought about messing up her plans, she would regret it big time.

busy introducing Winter and Xavier to big shots of the business world. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph looked on, more pleased by the minute with their soon–to–be daughter–in–law

Someone in the crowd could not help asking “Mt Shaw, where’s Sir Shaw?”

Julian called over Mr. Thompson with an awkward wave. Mr. Thompson shot Julian a look that seemed to say more than his words did go get Sir Shaw and Miss Noelle right away.*

Miss Noelle? Julian squinted “Noelle’s back?

“Yes. Miss Noelie’s always been the dutiful type. She went straight to see the birthday boy the moment she got in,” Mr. Thompson replied. His words were polite, yet they had an edge that made Julian bristle

Julian’s face soured, but he could not exactly throw a fit with the crowd around. Besides, Mr. Thompson was the old man’s right–hand man, and Julian was not about to start a feud. * Then, Ms. Thompson, would you mind fetching him and Miss Noelle, please?”

As Noelle supported Samuel down the stairs, the place was swarming with guests. Noelle was not a fan of big scenes, however, today was not just any day, and she would not be the one to spoil Samuel’s fun

Samuel caught on to Noelle’s discomfort and gave her hand a reassuring pat, “Noelle, if you’re not up for this, you can head out. I won’t mind.”

“What are you saying, Grandpa? It’s only once a year. I’m sticking with you, and we’ve got a cake to eat!” People said Noelle was not as smooth of a talker or as instantly lovable as Winter, but Samuel knew the truth. Noelle had a heart of gold and could be just as sweet, depending on who she was with.

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