The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Samuel looked at Charles in surprise, then nodded in understanding. "Young man, you handle things with great determination. I used to worry that Noelle would suffer if she faced the Shaw family alone. But now, it seems my concerns were unnecessary!"

Charles smiled. "My marriage with Nelly involves certain benefits, but that was not my intention. As for the Hoffman family, Nelly can visit whenever she wishes. Plus, I have the means to resolve the issues you're worried about."

"That's very reassuring!"

While the two conversed happily inside, Noelle was outside, pacing anxiously. Every few minutes, she glanced toward the Elegant Pavilion, wondering what Charles and her grandfather were discussing. Knowing her grandfather's temper, she was worried that he would make things difficult for Charles.

Eli saw Noelle's anxious pacing and could not help but smile.

Noelle pouted and looked at Eli. "How can you laugh at me? Aren't you worried about what Grandpa and Charlie are talking about?"

"Ms. Noelle, are you worried Sir Shaw is giving Mr. Charles a hard time?" Eli chuckled, shaking his head. "Don't worry, Ms. Noelle. Sir Shaw is not unreasonable. From what I can see, he's quite satisfied with Mr. Charles."

sparkled with hope. "Are you sure? Did Grandpa say

was about to reply when the

Charles stood in the doorway, his tall figure framed by the light with a smile

know the outcome so badly,

and

arm. "You finished talking with Grandpa?"

Grandpa say? Did he scold you? It's my fault. The

what could

Ret

From the way you talk, you make it sound like I'm an unreasonable old man," Samuel said, standing up with his cane and pretending to be angry

She held onto Charles' arm tightly, looking like a child caught misbehaving.

Samuel could not help