The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Wife 84

Chapter 84

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Noelle instinctively shook her head before realizing that they were on a call and Charles could not actually see her. She paused, thinking about it. She might not have seen this side of Charles before, but she knew the kind of man he was. The rumors in Brookville were enough to paint a picture. With that thought, everything clicked into place.

Charles was the head honcho of a big–time company and had skills others could only dream of. It all added up. “Nope.”

Charles’s laughter came through again, light and easy. Good to hear I didn’t spook you!”

“So, what’s up? Why’d you call?” Noelle had not forgotten that Charles was the one who called her up.

Charles squinted thoughtfully for a moment. “Oh, nothing much. Just wondering when you’re clocking out. I’m thinking about dinner. Do you wanna eat in or go out?”

Noelle was speechless for a second… He called just to chat about dinner plans? “Mr. Hoffman, just a heads–up, you’re supposed to be working right now.”

Charles’s laugh was knowing. “I’m the boss, remember?”

not!” Noelle bit back, a little exasperated. “I’ve still got work

lady,” Charles teased, his voice a

businessman he was

mind reeling. Had she not just heard Charles’s icy tone with her own ears, she would never have pegged the easygoing guy

you’re up for

when he didn’t hear her reply.

silent treatment?”

else do you want me to say?” Noelle’s voice carried a touch of defeat: “Let’s just eat whatever. I’m not

deepening. “You might be used to eating a certain way, but that’s gonna change now that we’re hanging out!” He then suggested, “How about I swing by and pick you

office is on one

Charles’s eyebrow quirked up. “Is it such a big deal for me to

Plus, traffic is a nightmare after work. It’d be a huge time suck for you!” She pondered a moment before offering a compromise. “Let’s meet halfway. You asked what I’m in the mood

“What about you? Got any cravings? I’d be happy to make something for

corners of Charles’s eyes crinkled with amusement. He smoothed his brow and, spotting Ronald by the door, gestured for

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