The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Wife 31

Chapter 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.”

bustling crowd, taking a

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

down the

of her voice, Samuel’s eyes lit

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

hall, Winter was getting antsy, pacing and throwing glances at the door. “Mom, you

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

with tears as she hugged Jade, nuzzling her head affectionately, “You’re always the best to me, Mom. And Xavier will be great

we’re married!”

Noelle even thought about messing up her plans, she would regret it

to big shots of the business world. Mr. and

crowd could not help asking “Mt Shaw, where’s Sir

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

Noelle? Julian