The Cherished Wife

Chapter 33

Noelle was no fool. She knew she was not exactly the family favorite, but she had not expected them to stoop this low. Her dad, who was usually so compor, was showing his true colors at Grandpa’s birthday, of all places. It was a real eye–opener for Noelle.

“Grandpa, how about I hang out with you for a bit?” Noelle flashed a smile. “Check it out. We’ve got a full house today, all here to party for you.” She gently took Samuel’s hand, ready

to head off.

Julian was fuming his face red and his mustache practically bristling. With the crowd watching, however, he bit his tongue.

and a wave of gasps rolled through the room. Noelle peeked through the sea of people and spotted someone making an entrance at the door the Shaw family had been keeping an eye on. The guy was tall and striking, walking with a confidence that said

suit that made him look even sharper, he strode in confidently with a no–nonsense guy on his heels. He was carrying a fancy gift box

Mr. Hoffman,

be a big deal to get Mr.

the Shaw family’s reputation

She could not look away. Then, turning to Xavier with a puzzled frown,