The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Fortunately, Charles, being a considerate leader, realized that Janet's efforts were essentially ineffective and had Ronald send a few people over to help. Though it was a few days late, they managed to get things done in time. Noelle had just finished her project report when she received a call from Charles, summoning her upstairs.

As she stepped out of the elevator, she ran into Becky, who looked exhausted and was struggling with a pile of documents. A few papers slipped from Becky's grasp, and Noelle picked them up and handed them back. "Becky, are you okay?" "I'm fine," Becky said, shaking her head. "What brings you up here today, Ms. Shaw?"

Noelle waved the document in her hand. "The latest project report. I need Mr. Hoffman to review it."

"Oh, Mr. Hoffman's inside," Becky said with a faint smile. "But be careful; he doesn't seem to be in the best mood today."

Noelle nodded and gave a quick thumbs-up. "Thanks for the heads-up!"

"No problem. You go ahead. I need to get back to prepping for the year-end party. It's been a crazy few days."

away. She recalled Becky mentioning the upcoming year-end

stressed made Noelle realize just how complicated the preparations must have

his calm voice invited her in. As she entered, she noticed Charles massaging his temples, looking somewhat fatigued. She walked over, placed the project report on his desk, and then moved behind his chair. Gently, she guided

Charles replied, his eyes remaining closed as he allowed himself to relax. "Tell me about your

any major issues, but George is very meticulous,

of

and quickly skimmed through it. "Not bad; it's much better than the

Noelle asked, surprised. "But isn't

anymore. It's you who can

still tired?