The Cherished Wife

Charles' eyes flickered as he gently kissed Noelle's forehead. "How did I lie to you?" he asked softly.

"You said just once. But how many times was it?" Noelle mumbled with her eyes half-closed.

"Hmm? I think you misunderstood, my dear," he replied with a slight smirk.

Noelle protested weakly, "Next time, you're sleeping in the guest room."

"Come on, don't fall asleep yet. I'll carry you for a bath," Charles whispered in her ear, but Noelle was already drifting off. "I'm so tired," she murmured.

Charles shook his head in amusement. He then carried her to the bathroom.

she kept her eyes closed the entire time and eventually fell

her back in bed and tucked her in. He then changed into casual homewear and went to his

picked one up, his eyes narrowing as he examined the calculations. With a slight smile, he sat down, marking key points on the

But it seems Xavier has also sought help, possibly due to Winter's involvement.

a moment, he instructed, "Look into any

was not as anxious about Annie before, yet she was so attentive to Suzy.

Winter's relationship

with Annie. Second, Suzy likely had some leverage over Winter. IfSuzy decided to blame all these problems on Winter, Winter would certainly use something to threaten or retaliate against

care of