The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Chapter 811

Charles nodded in response. "Why? Don't you like having them around?" Noelle shook her head. "It's not that. I just haven't spotted them yet."

"They're good at staying out of sight. I can call them off in a little while if you're not into it, but they'll stay for now. I'm not taking any chances with your safety."

Noelle's laughter rang out as she playfully gripped Charles's hand, and they left The Majestic Lounge behind. Once they were settled in the car, she teased, "I get it. You're just looking out for me. Having someone tag along makes you worry less, right?" "It sure does!"

The group made their way to Bamboo Grove House, where Sean had reserved the grandest room there. The manager, spotting the arrival of such VIPs, hurried over to greet them. It was not every day that Bamboo Grove House hosted such an elite crowd, and the manager was determined to make a good impression.

Ronald had taken care of the menu, and the feast began as soon as everyone was seated. Charles and Noelle were fashionably late.

Sean could not resist a playful jab. "Charles, you'd just wither away without constant affection, huh?"

Charles gave a sly grin in response. "Absolutely!"

Sean was momentarily speechless.

friends sure can hold their own!"

so animated and dramatic that it was hard not to chuckle. If Noelle

clicks of the tongue, Sean quipped, "With your gift of gab, Ms.

had been quietly devouring her meal in

pride, she added, "You didn't even mention my track star days in school. I was a pro at both sprints and distance running. Noelle can vouch

was happily munching on shrimp while Charles diligently peeled them and popped them into her

the floor, all eyes

blush as she nodded. "Yeah, Rowena was a track star back in the day remember this one guy from the department next

chance catching up

her."

burst into laughter, and soon the whole group joined in. Then Sean teased, "So, is the reason you're still single that you're too quick on your feet for anyone

Noelle a

wiped her mouth with

like you're not single yourself. We're all in the same

swn y

but laugh at his expense. Sean glared at him and chuckled innocently. "Peter, you're in the singles club too, so