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.”

quiet, steered her away from the bustling crowd, taking a shortcut through the backyard and straight

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

to the second floor, made her way down the

voice, Samuel’s eyes

expected him, bent over his desk, absorbed in his

glances at the door. “Mom, you

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

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

we’re married!”

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

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

crowd could not help asking

awkward wave. Mr. Thompson shot Julian a look that seemed to say more than his words did go get Sir Shaw and

Julian