The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Charles took the opportunity to pinch Noelle's cheek, then said with a serious tone, "You've definitely lost weight!"

Noelle pinched her own cheek again and playfully swatted Charles' hand away. "I don't believe you. I've definitely gained weight recently."

Smiling, she added, "I get it. You just want me to eat more so that you can later tease me about getting fat, right?"

"You cheeky girl!" Charles could not help but laugh softly. He gently patted Noelle's cheek and said, "Alright, let's go buy some groceries first."

"Okay!" Noelle nodded, holding onto Charles' hand as they walked forward. "I'm still thinking about what we should eat. Charlie, do you have any suggestions?"

"Xavier, what do you want to eat tonight?" Winter asked as she held Xavier's hand. Xavier was pushing the shopping cart, and the two of them happened to be at Jenz Plaza as well. Since Winter was busy filming during the day, she wanted to spend more time with Xavier in the evening to strengthen their relationship. Emilia had suggested they go shopping together.

In truth, Winter was not particularly enthusiastic about grocery shopping. However, considering her relationship with Xavier and the fact that Emilia was treating her well, she felt it was worth the effort. Xavier, however, had no interest in picking out groceries. He usually just waited at home for meals to be served. Even when he was with Noelle, it was Noelle who took charge of the cooking. That was why grocery shopping was not something that appealed to him. He only agreed to go out because he felt stifled at home lately.

After wandering around the store, the two clueless folks ended up randomly picking out some items before heading to the checkout counter.

distracted, suddenly seemed to snap back to reality. He left Winter behind without

was completely baffled

She

him but was slowed

cart

the time she

vier,

him standing

blankly at something.

like that?" Winter asked, feeling puzzled as she followed

around but saw nothing out of the ordinary.

of his daze, pressed his lips together, and

seen anything unusual, she decided to let it go. "Let's go pay for

of unease.