The Cherished Wife

Noelle was briefly stunned but then nodded. "Yes, we're married."

She had no intention of hiding it. Since Clarisse already knew, there was no need to lie.

Clarisse's expression darkened further. "Get in the car."

Noelle nodded again. "Alright."

As soon as Noelle got in, the car sped off.

Neither of them spoke during the ride, but Clarisse's eyes roamed over Noelle without restraint, her disdain plain to see.

Noelle took note of it-her future mother-in-law clearly did not like her.

Clarisse silently scrutinized Noelle from head to toe, her gaze filled with contempt-especially since Noelle's face resembled Kelly's so closely.

remained quiet, choosing to wait and observe. If her opponent did not act, she would not either. Not knowing Clarisse's true intentions,

a quiet-looking restaurant. Clarisse stepped out, casting a glance at Noelle, who followed

entered a private room, and Clarisse handed Noelle

this was not going to be a friendly conversation. "You can order. I'm

to choose the

invited me here to discuss my

the menu onto the table. "Since you've brought it up, let's not beat about the bush.

As expected, Clarisse was

saying

not, I believe that's something only he

Clarisse was Charles' mother, Noelle would not back down if someone wanted to

with Charlie. Your

listed Noelle's flaws

And don't think I don't know. You're only with