The Cherished Wife

Tania scooped up Brandon and descended the stairs, where Noelle had breakfast waiting. Noticing Tania's pallor, Noelle's brow furrowed with concern. "You're not planning to leave today, are you, Tania?" "Nope, I've got a doctor's appointment. Mr. Smith is expecting me for a check-up. Could you look after Brandon for me, Noelle?"

"Of course! I adore the little guy!" Noelle's smile was warm and genuine. "Leave Brandon to me. He's in good hands, I promise."

Tania trusted Noelle completely. It was clear to her that Noelle's heart was in the right place-Charles would not have it any other way.

After they finished breakfast, Charles and Tania headed out, leaving Noelle to close the door behind them with little Brandon in her arms. Once they were gone, Noelle beamed at Brandon and teased, "Hey, buddy, remember how I promised to take you to the amusement park today? Do you still want to go?"

"Yay! I love the amusement park!" Brandon bounced with excitement. "Mom always gets so worried about me and says I can't go."

Brandon might have been just three, but he was pretty sharp for his age. Ever since that scary thing happened, he had gotten a bit quiet, and that freaked Tania out. She got super protective and started to avoid taking him out, especially to busy places like the amusement park.

However, what kid did not love to play? Brandon was a bundle of energy on the inside.

today, huh?" Noelle

came quick and

squeezed his cheek. "You're just

his eyes

cutie, let's get you changed. I got you some awesome new clothes a few days back. You're going to look so cool!" Holding his hand, Noelle led him upstairs to try on the new outfit she had picked

the room as he bounced excitedly. "Aunt, I wanna

You mean Mr. Lennon?" Noelle chuckled, watching Brandon's eager nods that reminded her of a bobblehead.

ask Mr. Lennon if he's up for

bed, Noelle quickly dialed

A hint of worry crept into

Brandon Remember how I promised to take him to the theme park yesterday? Well, he's set on you joining us. Are you