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.

ever so slightly as Winter’s self–satisfied voice reached her

exactly what was going on in Winter’s head. It was not like she had not seen this before. She always figured it was easier

stepping up at just the right moment to

you’re unhappy. He’s been counting the days until you’d come home, and it wasn’t

her from embarrassment. “Noelle, honey, I know you’re upset, but we’re all family here. Today’s grandpa’s birthday, and you’re the picture of devotion. You wouldn’t want to

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

indle

and Xavier are pretty much married already. Why tear

talk and reasoning, convinced she was making perfect sense.

Jade’s audacity in front of everyone. She could not help but let out a bitter laugh. “So, you’re using grandpa’s birthday bash to corner. me into submission? Mom, why go to such lengths? I’ve said it a million times–I’m done with Xavier.” She could not

been picking on you. If you can chear Grandes us

Samuel with a small, polite smile. Of course I’ve got a gift

necessary, but Noelle’s troubled look and the expectant eyes

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