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 shortcut through the backyard

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

floor, made her way down the hall to Samuel’s study, and tapped on the door. “It’s me,

Samuel’s eyes lit up. “Noelle, come on

pushed the door open and found Samuel just where she expected him, bent over his desk,

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

away. She will be here,” Jade reassured her, though she felt a twinge of impatience herself. Julian had assured them of Noelle’s arrival,

hugged Jade, nuzzling her head affectionately, “You’re always the best to me, Mom. And Xavier

we’re married!”

Winter’s hair, her eyes flashing with a vengeful glint. If Noelle even thought about messing up her plans,

and Mrs. Joseph looked on,

crowd could not help asking

seemed to say more than his words did go

Noelle? Julian squinted