The Cherished Wife

Chapter 366

The hall was bustling with guests. It seemed like everyone had made it.

All eyes were on Noelle as she helped Samuel settle into a quiet corner, with Charles and Sebastian taking seats nearby. The unflappable Charles naturally became the center of attention, and by association, so did Noelle.

Everyone was whispering about the girl who was helping Samuel. Some knew her and started whispering among themselves that Charles was sitting with Samuel and Sebastian. It looked like the two old men wanted to introduce her to Charles.

Winter and Xavier walked up to them just in time to catch the whispers. They both gripped their glasses tighter, looking upset.

"Grandpa, Granddad, you made it!" Winter said, beaming as she took Xavier's hand. "Noelle, you're here too!"

Winter stood next to Noelle, smiling wide.

a tiny shiver, almost losing her composure. She glanced at Winter, then at Charles. Winter was trying to chat with Charles, all smiles, but Charles did not even look at her. Winter felt awkward, and Xavier did

The idea that the Shaw family patriarch would concoct such a scheme

Xavier said as he took a glass and filled it with wine for Charles. "I'm so glad

him a small smile and looked at him. "Congratulations on your wedding!" he said, which was a rare response from him. Then he tapped the table with his long fingers.

words, Ronald hurried over. "Mr.

discreet glance, Charles signaled Ronald, who quickly pulled a document envelope from his briefcase and handed it to Xavier. "This is Mr. Hoffman's wedding gift to Mr. Harris and Ms. Shaw!" Xavier and Winter looked at each other before accepting the envelope. "Thank you, Charles!" Charles gave them a slight nod. "Today's your big day, so go mingle with your guests.