The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Today, Noelle was behind the wheel of the red Ferrari that Charles had gifted her when they tied the knot. The car was a real head-turner and seemed a bit at odds with her current outfit.

Once Brian was in the passenger seat, he was focused on his phone, apparently sorting something out. Noelle, driving alongside him, stole a glance his way. "Busy even after clocking out, Mr. Parker?"

"Oh, it was just an old buddy I hadn't caught up with in ages. It was just a quick catch-up!" Brian pocketed his phone and turned to Noelle with a curious grin. "You know, you're quite the odd one out. Everyone's on edge about the annual shindig, but you're cool as a cucumber." Noelle chuckled. "Should I be biting my nails?"

"Well, now that you mention it, I've been curious about you and Mr. Hoffman..." Brian waggled an eyebrow playfully. "This is off the record and just between us. Feel free to keep quiet."

"It's no big secret. Since you're in the loop, there's no point in playing coy. Charles and I haven't been hitched for long, and we've kept it under wraps. But yes, I got a leg up at Collosus Group thanks to Charles." Noelle glanced at Brian with a teasing look. "Seems to me you weren't exactly my fan when I first showed up."

Brian chuckled. "What, are we dredging up old water under the bridge?"

"Far from it!"

banter continued as they approached the grand entrance of

their big bash, so the usual crowd was

a server ready to valet park. Noelle handed over the keys with a grateful smile. "Thanks!" and then she and Brian made their way

crowd had gathered

with anticipation. Noelle

and the room took notice. It was not every day that the team could ditch their desks and catch up, so the air ripe with chatter

irwas

that Mr. Parker from the project department

them showing up together?"

I bet there's more to their story!" someone

by side? Smells like a

juggling a fruity drink and a pastry amidst the crowd. The