The Cherished Wife

Chapter 35

Chapter 35

“It’s right here!” Winter had already sent someone to grab th present. It was not as showy. as Charles‘, but it was still top–notch. “Grandpa, this is from Xavier and me. We wish you happiness and peace!”

Everyone knew Winter could charm the stars out of the sky, especially with her celebrity status and her picture–perfect image of elegance and grace.

When everyone saw Winter’s gift, they could not help but gush, “Wow, the old man’s got some amazing luck, having such a devoted granddaughter!”

Winter had brought a painting, knowing full well Samuel would love it. She had scoured high and low for it. Then, with a smug look, she turned to Noelle. “So, Noelle, what’s your gift for Grandpa?”

All eyes were on Noelle then. The unspoken comparison between Samuel’s granddaughters had begun. Next to Winter’s glow, Noelle seemed to fade into the background, her quiet. nature making her seem even more subdued. She had barely said a word throughout this

scene.

creased ever so slightly as Winter’s self–satisfied voice reached

She always figured it was easier to avoid drama than

did you bring him?” chimed in Jade, stepping up at just the right moment to look like she was backing Noelle up. “You’re

unhappy. He’s been counting the days until you’d come home, and it wasn’t easy for

from embarrassment. “Noelle, honey, I know you’re upset, but we’re all family here. Today’s grandpa’s birthday, and you’re the picture of devotion. You wouldn’t want to spoil his

Jade whispered, “Listen, Noelle,

indle

sister and Xavier are pretty much married already. Why tear apart,

talk and reasoning, convinced she was making perfect sense. Did she even care about

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