The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Wife 35

Chapter 35

“It’s right here!” Winter had already sent someone to grab th present. It was not as showy. as Charles‘, but it was still top–notch. “Grandpa, this is from Xavier and me. We wish you happiness and peace!”

Everyone knew Winter could charm the stars out of the sky, especially with her celebrity status and her picture–perfect image of elegance and grace.

When everyone saw Winter’s gift, they could not help but gush, “Wow, the old man’s got some amazing luck, having such a devoted granddaughter!”

Winter had brought a painting, knowing full well Samuel would love it. She had scoured high and low for it. Then, with a smug look, she turned to Noelle. “So, Noelle, what’s your gift for Grandpa?”

All eyes were on Noelle then. The unspoken comparison between Samuel’s granddaughters had begun. Next to Winter’s glow, Noelle seemed to fade into the background, her quiet. nature making her seem even more subdued. She had barely said a word throughout this

scene.

brow creased ever so slightly as

was easier to avoid drama than to stir it up. Winter, however, was not one to let things slide. Ever since

you. What present did you bring him?” chimed in Jade, stepping up at just the right moment to look

worried you’re unhappy. He’s been counting the days until you’d come

all family here. Today’s grandpa’s

“Listen, Noelle, grandpa’s getting on in years.

indle

sister and Xavier are pretty much married

talk and reasoning, convinced she was making perfect sense. Did she even care

could not help but let out a bitter laugh. “So, you’re using grandpa’s birthday bash to

picking on you. If you can chear Grandes us Mom will hook you up with someone even cooler, know plenty

off Jade’s hand and stepped up to Samuel with a small, polite smile. Of course I’ve got a gift for grandpa. Do you want to see it

look and the expectant eyes made