The Cherished Wife

Chapter 97

Sean’s grin was disarmingly innocent as he adjusted his glasses, looking innocent.

Noelle forced a laugh, her nerves still jangled. The phrase ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing‘ popped into her head unbidden, and she could not help but think it was the perfect way to sum up Sean right then.

Charles squinted, a frosty glint in his eyes, “Showing up unannounced?”

“Don’t tell me my Noelle isn’t happy to see me.” Sean’s eyes landed on Noelle with a playful smirk. “Hmm?”

Noelle forced a laugh, “You two chat. I’ll just be in the kitchen!”

Charles caught Noelle’s hand just in time. “You okay? You look a bit shaken.”

Noelle gulped, shaking her head, “I’m fine, really. I just got a little spooked, but I’m all good now!” She wriggled her hand free from Charles. “You can catch up with Sean, I’ll get started on dinner!”

Noelle practically bolt away as he opened his mouth to respond, Charles could not help but let out a stifled

this rare sight, teased, “What’s this? Trying to be Mr. Nice Guy

made Sean’s heart skip. Despite this, Sean just flashed an award- winning grin. “Come on, bro, you’re not

Charles smirked, “Should I call

vanished, “Dude, are you messing with

the mood to be friendly, “Why did you even come

new sister–in–law. We planned a bros‘ get- together. Obviously, you’re not on board. The big guy and Peter are

a straight face, nudging the dog

companion, was a black–furred pooch with a striking streak down his back. Whenever Charles shot him one of those piercing looks, Arnold would droop his head sadly and snuggle up to Sean’s feet, looking

pat. “You’re sure

all sorted. What’s left to doubt?” He let

a nonchalant shrug. “Just bored, that’s all. You know how swamped I’ve been. And