The Cherished Wife

Chapter 21

An odd look appeared on Joseph’s face upon hearing what Noelle said. He directed his stern. gaze onto her. It only made her sit up straighter, seemingly not at all afraid of his gaze.

No matter how angry he felt, he could not berate her directly. He merely gave an awkward chuckle as he said, “It’s been so long since you’ve last seen your grandfather, child. Don’t you miss him?”

Noelle raised an eyebrow. If there was anyone left in the Shaw family she still cared for, that person would definitely be her grandfather. Joseph was urgently trying to make her go home because he wanted her to sing praises about him before the old man so he would relent and give his blessings to Xavier and Winter’s marriage.

What an intricate plan they had laid out. They were the ones in the wrong, but they had somehow managed to back her into a corner.

He noticed she had not said anything, so he added, “It’ll be his birthday in a couple of days, Noelle. No matter what Xavier and Winter have done, you’re still part of the Shaw family, and your grandfather will always remain your grandfather.”

“Don’t

worry, Mr. Harris. I’ll return home for my grandfather’s birthday. Is there anything else I can help you with? If not, I’ll head out now so I can return to work!”

“Think about what I’ve just told you, Noelle. What point is there in keeping this going? Why won’t you let

sales department if you throw in a few

stared at Joseph for the longest time. Finally, she chuckled and asked,

“You…”

to attend to, so I’m leaving unless you still have work–related issues to discuss with

caused an ugly expression to appear on Joseph’s face. As

grandfather. “Pay a visit home, Noelle. I’ll take your side if

could be resolved if she kept

last name and

*15 BGANS

Besides, how could I not be there for your birthday? I’ll get you an extra present this year because I couldn’t be there for your birthday last year,” she said, trying her best to

and said before saying, “It’s enough for

bring you a present that you’re bound to

hung up the phone, losing herself in a brief reverie when she