The Cherished Wife

In a flash, Arnold was smugly wagging his tail at Charles, totally oblivious to the fact that Charles was the one in charge.

Noelle gave Arnold a pat on the back, keeping him close, and then grabbed a toy to play with him.

Charles could not help but chuckle, though he still shot Arnold a cautionary glance, reminding the big pooch to be gentle with Noelle.

"Charles, do you worry about what people might think if they knew you were at home painting my toenails?" Noelle mused over the thought, finding the image both absurd and amusing.

The head of Collosus Group fussing over painting a lady's toenails! It would be quite the story to tell.

Charles hesitated for just a second before looking up at Noelle with a raised eyebrow. "Is it really that weird for me to be doing your toenails?" He did not see the big deal and went back to focusing on the task at hand. "I know everyone wants to look good, but you know this stuff isn't great for you. Try not to use it too much, okay?"

a gift from Robert. I figured I might as well not let them go to waste. Besides, a little color now and then won't hurt, right?" She glanced down and noticed one foot was already

freshly painted foot up on the coffee table, admiring his handiwork. "You know, Charles, you're a quick learner. You're

envy crept into Noelle's voice. "The first time I tried, I made a total mess. It was so bad that Rowena

chuckled, giving her other foot his full attention. "Well, I'll do your nails next time, so you can show

Noelle snickered. "You know, Charles, you're really handsome

her a sideways glance, a playful smirk forming on his lips. "So, I'm only handsome when I'm serious?" He caught Noelle's adoring gaze, his lips curving into an

was so sexy, even though he did not have the deepest voice Noelle shivered a little, her cheeks flushing as she turned away. "Just say thanks when someone gives you a compliment. Don't test

His eyes were a deep, mesmerizing black, and they were sparkling like stars. "The specific kind of confidence

felt a warm, fuzzy feeling. She was flustered as she quickly grabbed the remote to flip through the channels. Arnold, who had been quietly observing their playful exchange, suddenly perked up and began to excitedly prance over to