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. "I'm so glad you could come, Noelle."

Charles. Winter was trying to chat with Charles, all smiles, but Charles did

off Noelle and Charles. He had overheard the whispers earlier, but he refused to believe them. The idea that the Shaw family patriarch would concoct such a scheme seemed unbelievable. Charles was the

filled it with wine for Charles. "I'm

your wedding!" he said, which was a rare response from him. Then he tapped the table with his long fingers. "I need to drive later, so I'll pass on

Ronald hurried over.

"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. Don't worry about me. I'll