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.”

Thompson, knowing that Noelle preferred the quiet, steered her away from the bustling crowd,

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

the second floor, made her way down the hall

the sound of her voice, Samuel’s eyes lit

found Samuel just where she expected him, bent over his desk, absorbed in his calligraphy.

banquet hall, Winter was getting antsy, pacing and throwing glances at the

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

her head affectionately, “You’re always the best to me,

we’re married!”

eyes flashing with a vengeful glint. If Noelle even thought about

world. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph looked on, more pleased by

help asking “Mt Shaw,

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

Julian squinted “Noelle’s