The Cherished Wife

Chloe laughed at Clarisse's words, but her gaze remained cold. "How do you think I should speak to you, Mother?" she asked, her icy gaze making Clarisse momentarily afraid, much like when she looked at Charles earlier. Charles gave Clarisse and Janet a dispassionate glance before saying, "Anna's already sleepy. Let's go, Chlo. I'll take you home."

He then left with Anna, not looking back.

Chloe smirked, feeling a twinge of satisfaction at Clarisse's pale face. "Mother, you should rest early. I'm leaving now."

Chloe came with a driver since her husband, Jordy Charlton, was on a business trip. She only learned of her mother's return when Charles called her.

Outside, Chloe saw Charles putting Anna in his car. She hurried over and said, "Charlie, let me take Anna. I brought the driver today."

should head home soon. I'll

Brookville for so long. It's normal that she doesn't understand

this. I know my limits. Don't worry, Chlo. With your husband away,

the last time... Thank you," she said,

assured her, "No need for that between siblings. Just remember, as long as I'm here, you'll always have

eyes flickered. "I

knew his promise was as good as done. "I'll head back with Anna, then. You should

Phoenix Tree Residence after Noelle had already sent everyone away. With Charles out, Neelle spent some

pm. Hearing the car outside, Noelle put down her pen and walked to the window. In the moonlight, she saw Charles' car entering Phoenix Tree Residence and stood watching. When he got home, the living room lights were on, but Noelle was