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 good words

look in her eyes as she stared at Joseph for the longest time. Finally, she chuckled and asked,

“You…”

leaving unless you still have work–related issues

ugly expression to appear on Joseph’s face. As he gazed at her retreating figure,

call from her grandfather. “Pay

resolved

Shaw last name

*15 BGANS

Grandpa. 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,”

could tell, though, and said before saying, “It’s enough for me that you come home. I don’t

you a present that you’re bound

losing herself in a brief reverie when she