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.

said, "Seriously, Noelle, your friends sure can hold their own!" He

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

of the tongue, Sean quipped, "With your gift of gab, Ms. Scott, have ever thought

quietly devouring her

Then, with a hint of pride, she added, "You didn't even mention my track star days in school. I was a pro at both sprints and

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

all eyes landed

Rowena was a track star back in the day remember this one guy from the department next door tried to ask her out, and

chance catching up

her."

whole group joined in. Then Sean teased, "So, is the reason you're still single that you're

Noelle

her mouth with a

all in the same boat, so let's not throw

swn y

was at a loss for words, and Peter could not help but laugh at his expense. Sean glared at him and chuckled