The Cherished Wife

Ronald was more than just an assistant. He had been running Royal Star Entertainment and Curio Corner for Charles, proving he could stand on his own two feet. "Go ahead," Charles encouraged.

"Royal Star Entertainment is looking to put money into a few new movies. Ruby's made up a list, and I'll email it to you first thing in the morning." Even though Ronald ran things at Royal Star Entertainment, he always made sure to fill Charles in on the big decisions.

Charles rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "Movies?" He drummed his fingers on the desk. "When's Winter's TV show going to start filming?"

"Middle of next month," Ronald replied, then hesitated. "Mr. Hoffman, Winter's wedding is in three days. Did you get the invite?"

Charles's smile said it all.

Joseph, the sly old fox, would not pass up that chance. Xavier marrying Winter was a big deal, and Joseph would definitely want Charles in on it.

Charles had a reputation in Brookville, after all. If he did not use it then, where would he?

Charles, and since she was Winter's sister, she would definitely be

no one knew Charles and Noelle were married, it was hard to guess what Charles would do. Charles squinted, resting his chin on his hand, and stared at

feeling like he had just said something dumb.

in Kerlsberg?" Charles asked out of the blue. Ronald blinked, then replied, "It's quiet. Ever since they went after Madam, nothing's happened. What

there's no news,

Charles said

movie stuff on your own. You don't need to tell me everything." He paused, then added, "Drop by Curio Corner tomorrow morning and pick up

"Sure thing!" Ronald said.

spun his chair around, his eyes drawn to the thick, dark night sky outside the window. The sound of

stood by the window for a long while before he finally