The Cherished Wife

The wind outside was strong, and Noelle was dressed rather lightly. When she heard Xavier's words that were carried over by the wind, she almost thought she had misheard. "You're looking for me?" Xavier nodded as he glanced at Noelle. She seemed thinner than he remembered, which made him a bit concerned. "You've lost a lot of weight."

Hearing this, Noelle frowned. "If you have something to say, just say it."

She glanced around impatiently, adding, "It's work hours."

Xavier's face stiffened slightly, his expression becoming somewhat awkward. "Noelle, do we really have to be like this?"

"And what do you suggest we do, dearest brother-in-law?" Noelle narrowed her eyes with a cold smile playing on her lips. "If you don't have anything important to say, I'll be heading back."

"Noelle!" Xavier called out and sighed slightly. "I know you're still angry with us, but what's done is done."

He regretted it deeply, but he understood that things between them could never go back to the way they were. "A few days ago, Winter mentioned that your mom arranged a marriage for you. Are you... satisfied with the person?" Noelle scoffed. "If you came here just for that, then let me make it clear-you might be married to my sister, but you have no right to meddle in my affairs!"

was wearing thin. "Is

mentioned you're working at Collosus Group now, so I came by." Xavier looked at Noelle. "I was actually worried about how you'd manage

Frotconn, I wouldn't be able to find a job

heart sank at Noelle's

handed it to Noelle. "Winter's birthday is coming up in a few days. Since this is our first year of marriage,

she took the invitation from Xavier and opened it. Sure enough, inside were photos of Winter

in the effort. It's not unheard of to throw a birthday party, but turning a birthday invitation into a way to show off your marriage is

two planning to get married a second

instantly darkened at her words, and he was growing noticeably more uncomfortable. He took the invitation back from Noelle.

the invitations,

Xavier. She's still my only sister. Naturally, I'll attend her birthday party.