The Cherished Wife

Chapter 170



Rowena had never met anyone as calm as Charles. His wife was the one in danger, yet he did not seem the least bit rattled.

However, then Rowena paused to think about Charles. He was always so sure of himself, so she did not doubt him.

"Ms. Smith, you're very clever!"

Rowena bit her lip. She did not really think Charles was praising her, but she thanked him anyway because it was the polite thing to do.

"Aren't you worried about Noelle being all alone with them? The Shaws aren't exactly nice to her. But Noelle can't seem to let them go. Otherwise, they would have never been able to bully her."

While tapping his fingers, Charles explained, "Family ties are the hardest to break in the world. Nelly has a big heart. She can't just give up on them. However, she's never felt total despair. Once someone feels that, family ties might not mean much anymore."

Rowena was shocked. "You... That's too harsh for Noelle."

Charles squinted. "Is it any less harsh now? You've been her friend for years. You know her." He did not say more on the subject. "You haven't had dinner yet, have you?"

about how to handle them." Charles ordered the meal to

pleasantly surprised. "Mr. Hoffman, you're too

She was upset as Jade kept sweet-talking Simon the whole time. She could not take it anymore and

"I'll come too."

and Winter headed to the bathroom, one behind the other. Winter was feeling all mixed up inside. Part of her hoped Simon would fall for Noelle, which would mean Noelle might get hurt and then

part of Winter was green with envy. Why did everyone always

glared at Noelle's back. "You're lucky Mr. York likes you,"

a small smile. She locked eyes with Winter. "Really? Then

caught

are you so smug? Remember, Mom has that video of you. And you've heard

the act now?" Noelle snapped, shocked at how

show for everyone. However,

glared at Winter. "A