The Cherished Wife

Samuel did not oppose Charles being with Noelle, but their marriage had been a bit hasty. In this matter, Charles was at fault.

Knowing that he had not introduced Noelle to his parents before getting married and that neither side of the family was informed, made the situation more delicate.

Samuel was a traditional man who valued certain formalities, especially when it came to Noelle.

"Grandpa, you can just call me Charlie," Charles said as he poured Samuel a cup of lemon tea. His movements exuded the elegance of a nobleman, setting him apart from ordinary people.

Charles did not rush to explain but calmly handed the cup to Samuel before speaking slowly. "Actually, I've known Nelly for quite some time. You may not know, but Grandpa Jones was my teacher. I graduated from Vista University, and I met Nelly when she was little."

Samuel was momentarily taken aback but quickly resumed examining the cup of lemon tea in his hands. "So, you're saying your feelings for Nelly didn't develop just recently?"

Charles' eyes glinted. "You could say that. However, Nelly didn't really know me."

was unlikely Noelle would have noticed him if she had known him well. Instead, she had fallen for someone like Xavier, who was

surprised by Charles'

matter of marrying Nelly, my methods weren't entirely honorable But since love her, I will protect her. Nelly marrying me was partly due to circumstances. I'm sure you're aware of what

his cards. He liked taking calculated risks and finding balance on a tightrope. He spoke just enough without over-explaining. Samuel was insightful and understood without needing things spelled out explicitly. He tightened his grip on his cane. "You must be aware

Charles nodded. "Nelly is

may not

things. But since

the Shaw family, some fates are unavoidable. I believe you gave her the shares to protect

preserve the family's last

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