Chapter 206

“Grandpa’s in the hospital. I have to go see him!” Noelle said, grabbing her car keys and heading for the door. However, Charles grabbed her hand. “Hold on. I’ll come with you!”

“There’s no need.” Noelle pulled away. “If you show up now, the Shaw family might get the wrong idea. They’re the ones who upset Grandpa so much that he ended up in the hospital. It’s because of this whole mess with the shares. I have to sort this out!” The thought of her grandpa being in the hospital because of her made Noelle’s heart ache.

Charles’s eyes sparkled with concern, yet he held her hand tighter. “That’s exactly why I should be there.”

“But…” Noelle had her reasons for not wanting Charles to come. She was afraid he would get caught up in the family drama, just like Simon did before. The Shaws would latch onto Charles, and he would never hear the end of it.

Noelle knew her parents all too well. They were definitely the type to stir up trouble.

“No more ‘buts‘. I’m coming with you. I’ll just wait downstairs. I won’t come up!” Charles hurried upstairs, threw on his jacket, and led a stunned Noelle out the door.

the car’s front seat, quickly started the engine, and

nervousness as

looked back, worried. “Is there anything

Call me if you need anything!” Charles gave Noelle’s hand a reassuring pat. Remember,

a small smile and gently ruffled her hair.

Noelle paused, puzzled. “Why?”

with a

“Alright!”

car, gave Charles one last

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