The Cherished Wife

Charles' eyes flickered, and he gently played with Noelle's hand. "You know, you're too smart for your own good. Nothing can be hidden from you. I thought it might be nice to see you a little jealous or upset.

"But here you are, always figuring everything out. Maybe you shouldn't be so clever all the time. Otherwise, even if I wanted to fool you, I wouldn't stand a chance."

"Fool me? Why would you ever need to deceive me? Is there something you'd want to lie about?" Noelle tightened her grip on Charles' restless hand. "You wouldn't dare lie to me, would you?"

"Alright, alright. Enough teasing." Charles chuckled, letting Noelle hold his hand.

Not satisfied, Noelle squeezed harder. Though she thought she was using all her strength, it barely fazed Charles. Annoyed, she dug her nails into his hand. "Start talking."

just that the Bakers seem to be getting impatient, and I needed to come

to make Janet target Winter? And in doing so, you're planning to use Janet to deal with Winter?" She shook her head, unable to suppress a laugh. "You

we should just let it go?" Charles raised

quickly covered his mouth with her hand. "No, I think it's a good idea. I'm not

overly kind or forgiving. If she kept letting others hurt her,

glad you understand. That's exactly why

Noelle arched her eyebrow. "So, you saw

with a smile, tapping her nose.

now that I know about this, is there anything else