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.

creased ever so slightly as

what was going on in Winter’s head. It was not like she had not seen this before. She always figured it was easier to avoid drama than to stir it up. Winter, however, was not one to let things slide. Ever since the whole Xavier debacle,

Jade, stepping up at

been counting the days until you’d come

shielding 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 spoil his

whispered, “Listen, Noelle, grandpa’s

indle

sister and Xavier are

was making perfect sense. Did she even care about how Noelle

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 would not stop

you can chear Grandes us Mom will hook you

Samuel with a small, polite smile. Of course

but Noelle’s troubled look and the expectant eyes made him nod. “Alright, alright. What’s Noelle got for me? I’m gonna love whatever it

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