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.

as Winter’s self–satisfied

always figured it was easier to avoid

Your grandpa adores you. What present did you bring him?” chimed in Jade, stepping up at just the right moment to look like she was backing Noelle up. “You’re aware,

counting the days until you’d come

you’re upset, but we’re all family here. Today’s grandpa’s birthday, and you’re the picture of

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

indle

are

all sweet talk and reasoning, convinced she was making perfect sense.

her blood boil, Noelle was blindsided by 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 fathom why they

can chear Grandes us Mom will hook you up with someone even cooler,

polite smile. Of course I’ve got a gift for grandpa.

and the expectant eyes made him nod. “Alright, alright. What’s Noelle got for me? I’m

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