The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Noelle reached out, stealing another look at Steven.

you're not mad."

Steven nodded slightly and extended his hand, giving Noelle a quick, courteous shake before pulling back. "Folks, I've heard about Charles tying the knot for a while now. I've been swamped, so I couldn't make it back to catch up with you all. Sorry for the oversight. I hope

"You're kidding."

Noelle pulled her hand back, her eyes briefly darting to where Charles had pinched her. She could not resist giving Charles a quick pinch at his waist, then shot him a challenging look, her eyebrows arching ever so slightly. It was as if she was saying, that's for pinching me earlier.

Steven and Sean caught Noelle's playful behavior. Both men raised an eyebrow-Sean was used to it, but Steven seemed taken aback by Noelle's boldness, while Charles just seemed to go along with it. Steven's eyes lingered on Noelle's face momentarily before he decided to move on. "Let's go!"

knowing you'd be back, I had someone spruce up your villa a few days ago.

won't be sticking around Brookville for long," Steven said, leading the way with

one for business chatter and had no interest in eavesdropping

good sense not to tag along, just walking next to Sean. "So, is this Mr. Fischer guy really

think he's not as cool as Charles, huh? However, let me tell you, Mr. Fischer is so tough

tough?" Noelle was

always thought he was incredible. After all, he had saved her when she was drugged, effortlessly holding her up with one hand while she lay on the balcony. She

combined could not take down Steven. How strong

wouldn't be a match for Mr. Fischer. That's how amazing he is.

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