What She Overheard in Her Own Marriage novel Chapter 136

Chloe clenched her fists, wanting to fire back, but couldn't find the words. She settled for a loud huff instead.

Only then did Noelle pick up her utensils and start eating. Between bites, she said, "Mom, I don't want to talk about the past anymore. The factory's issues are sorted, and that's what matters. From now on, let's keep our meetings to a minimum. If you need something, tell the company manager directly, and he'll report back to me."

Pearl nodded immediately. "Don't worry, David and I understand how difficult your position is. We won't cause you any trouble. Just focus on your life with the Sanders family."

Halfway through the meal, Pearl suddenly remembered something. She quickly pulled a small box from her bag and carefully pushed it toward Noelle. "Noelle, this is just a little token of appreciation from your step-dad and me. Please, take it."

Noelle picked it up and opened it. Inside was an emerald bracelet. While it wasn't on the level of what Finnian would give her, it was easily worth over a million dollars.

"Thank you, Mom, David. Let me toast you."

For the sake of mutual benefit, Noelle wasn't going to completely burn bridges with the Shaw family. In fact, she considered using them as her own backup power base, just in case.

The meal concluded with the Shaw family spending the entire time showering her with praise and flattery.

Noelle hadn't eaten much or spoken much. On the ride back, she examined the emerald bracelet in her hands, her heart feeling incredibly cold.

Her mother's sudden affection and flattery were like day-old sweet soup—cloying and entirely fake.

If it weren't for her current status and usefulness, why would the Shaw family even give her the time of day?

Noelle deeply understood one truth: Power was a woman's best nourishment.

In early March, the weather began to warm, bringing lush grass and returning birds.

The golf club on the outskirts of the city was a vibrant sea of spring green.

A few overseas technology partners had flown in to discuss potential collaborations. To cater to their interests, Silas arranged a Saturday golf outing.

Kaia rarely played golf and usually just watched, but because this involved technical exchanges, her presence was required.

She wore a tasteful, light gray golf outfit, her hair pulled neatly into a ponytail. Silas was also dressed in casual athletic wear.

As the group walked toward the next tee box, passing a gentle slope, they heard a burst of laughter from another group nearby.

Both Kaia and Silas recognized the voices and instinctively looked up.

Not far away, Finnian and a few of his friends from their social circle were walking in their direction.

Finnian looked sharp and imposing in his dark golf attire. Walking right beside him was Noelle.

She wore a pink polo shirt with a white jacket and a white skirt, a sun visor perched on her head. She was smiling brightly, showing off her slender, flawless legs.

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