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 Winter’s self–satisfied voice reached her

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, she

What present did you bring him?” chimed in Jade, stepping up at just the right moment to look like she was backing Noelle

about you? He’s worried you’re unhappy. He’s been counting the days until you’d come home, and it wasn’t easy for him to

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

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

indle

are pretty much

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

grandpa’s birthday bash to corner. me into submission? Mom, why go to such lengths? I’ve said it a million times–I’m

but Grandpa thinks we’ve been picking on you. If you can chear Grandes us Mom will hook you up

Jade’s hand and stepped up to Samuel with a small, polite smile. Of course I’ve got a

Noelle’s troubled look and the expectant eyes made him nod. “Alright, alright. What’s Noelle

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