Whats 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.

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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.

Even in the crisp spring breeze, she didn’t seem the least bit cold.

Right then, she was laughing behind her hand at something one of the men said, smoothly accepting

a bottle of water Finnian handed her.

The scene easily painted the picture of a highly successful man and his perfectly understanding companion.

Compared to their relaxed, leisurely vibe, Kaia’s group felt strictly strictly business.

A faint, barely–there smirk pulled at the corner of Silas’s mouth.

He smoothly shifted his position, casually stepping slightly to Kaia’s left. His tall frame naturally blocked her view of them as he answered a client in fluent English.

Kaia was trying her best to remain composed, but Silas’s subtle, thoughtful gesture caused that composure to crack slightly.

he took a deep breath and stopped looking in their direction.

But the peopl

The smile

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tan’s group had already noticed them.

ace tightened slightly. She reached out and gently tugged Finnian’s sleeve. ia and Silas here? I thought she didn’t play golf.”

wo groups crossed paths. The client next to Kaia recognized Finnian. He smiled and ing out in English, “Hey, Mr. Sanders. What a coincidence.”

Tan quickly adjusted his expression and walked over with Noelle and his friends, his tone carrying note of sincerity. “Mr. Wells. Dr. Lyons.”

Finnian shook hands with Kaia’s clients one by one, his voice steady.

Silas spoke up from the side, “We’re just discussing some technical issues.”

Finnian nodded, his eyes landing on Kaia’s face.

She stood there, the sunlight catching her aloof profile, her eyes completely devoid of emotion.

Noelle suddenly let out a bright, pleasant laugh. “Looks like the course is going to be lively today! Mr. Wells, Dr. Lyons, I’m currently managing Aethelstan’s medical division. I wonder if I might have the honor of picking your brains for a bit?”

Wells was the head of the division, and Dr. Lyons was his technical consultant. They had collaborated with Aethelstan in the past. Given Noelle’s request, they couldn’t politely refuse and smiled in agreement.

Finnian looked at Kaia and said, “We just came out to relax with a few friends.”

“Then we won’t keep you,” Kaia said coolly. “We have business to attend to.”

10:04

Apw. Fuse Aruande, who had thrown back a few drinks in the clubhouse earlier, was feeling a bit *****ng two stunning young women like Kaia and Noelle, he habitually fired off an

Wake funny comcidence today! Finnian, you’ve got Noelle as your right–hand woman, and Dr. Keysy is now Silas’s golden partner Everyone’s just pairing up with their in–laws…”

*sure face wistently went black. Just as he was about to snap, Silas seemed to find something www.ddy wysing and actually let out a low laugh.

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