The Cherished Wife

Brian had previously misunderstood Noelle to some extent, but after spending time with her, he realized that Noelle was different from what he had initially thought.

He was already aware of Noelle's background, yet she did not put on any airs around him. That surprised him a little.

As the traffic slowly began to clear, Brian decided not to continue the conversation. However, Noelle hesitated before asking, "Mr. Parker, did you assign me to this project because of Charles?" Brian paused for a moment. "Yes." Since Noelle was being direct, he decided to be straightforward as well.

"Mr. Hoffman did suggest that I guide you. I admit, at first, I wasn't too keen on this arrangement. Nonetheless, since Mr. Hoffman had faith in you, I figured you must have some real potential." Noelle suddenly felt a bit embarrassed. "Actually, it's not that he has faith in me; he's just giving me special treatment."

As Noelle said this, she noticed Brian smiling and shaking his head, seemingly unbothered by the situation. She was about to say more when her phone rang.

Seeing it was Charles calling, she glanced at Brian before hesitating for a moment and then answered, "Charlie?"

you go out today?" Charles asked. Noelle nodded. "Yes, I went out with Mr. Parker for an inspection." Then, she glanced at her watch. "Are you off work? Did you leave on

looked around at the now-empty project department and sighed slightly. "Where are you now?" Noelle replied, "I'm in the city, on Rose Street. How about you head home first? I'll swing by the office, then-" Brian turned his head toward

"Are you meeting Mr. Hoffman? Tell him I'll drop

that be

shook his head. "Not at all.

is out of fresh ingredients. How about this? Let Brian drop you off at Jenz Plaza, and I'll

said, "Mr. Parker, could you

flickered, but he nodded.

spotted Charles standing at the entrance of the mall. Brian noticed him

you, Mr. Parker!" Noelle said as she pushed open the car door and quickly made her way

she was close, he took