The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Chapter 287

After Noelle left with the thermos, Charles turned his gaze back to Sebastian’s piercing eyes, which seemed capable of seeing through one’s soul.

Charles smiled calmly, unfazed by the intense scrutiny. How about a game of chess, sir?”

Sebastian snorted but stood up nonetheless. “Fine. Let’s go to the study.”

Charles followed Sebastian, his smile unwavering. Despite his age, Sebastian was still spry, moving with a youthful vigor. Once they reached the study, Charles easily found the chessboard and set it up, waiting for Sebastian to join him.

Sebastian glanced at Charles. “Don’t think that just because Noelle spoke up for you, I’ve forgiven you. Noelle is my granddaughter, and I know her temperament well.”

chess pieces. “I’ve always known of your skill in chess

Charles a sideways glance. “Don’t think I don’t know what you’re up to. When I introduced Noelle to you, you

first piece, his sharp eyes

He moved a black piece on the board. He smiled and picked up another black piece, playing with it between his fingers. “With all due respect, feelings can develop unexpectedly and

piece on the board and continued, “My feelings for Nelly happened suddenly, but for Nelly, it was

was taken aback

significant achievements. Charles had always been someone who acted without making a fuss, yet he always achieved his goals. The reason Sebastian introduced Charles to

Noelle had been involved in another relationship at the time and had not been receptive to his

matters, and he had let it go when he saw Noelle

long after, they were married. If he had not found out by chance, he would still be in the dark. Though both Noelle, his beloved granddaughter, and Charles, his