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The Cherished Wife (Noelle and Charles) novel Chapter 56

Chapter 56 

Deal!Noelle felt a weight lift off her shoulders; she was not keen on visiting the Shaw family anyway. If I want to catch up with you, Grandpa, we’ll just meet up somewhere!” 

After hanging up, Noelle looked up to see Charles returning after a long absence, a gift box in hand as he strolled up to her

Her phone was still in her hand, her heartbeat erratic with anticipation

Charles offered the gift box to Noelle, Your clothes haven’t dried yet. I picked this up for you to wear in the meantime. I hope it works for now!” 

Thanks!Noelle snatched the package and eagerly tore it open to find a long, flowy dress that seemed to shimmer with magic. She inspected it, noticing the tag was missing. However, the faint outline of a logo and the feel of the fabric gave it away. It was a Saint Di creation, a brand famed for their exclusive designs

You don’t like it?Charles inquired, catching Noelle off guard

v size?” 

She shook her head. No, it’s gorgeous. But how did you guess my 

The question escaped her lips before she could stop it, and Charles’s knowing look sent a fresh wave of blush across her cheeks. I’ll go try it on!” 

She dashed for the bathroom, narrowly avoiding a collision with the door. Charles’s voice followed her, al playful chuckle hidden in his warning to be careful

Charles watched Noelle’s flustered retreat and couldn’t help but shake his head with a wry smile

To her astonishment, the dress fit like a glove, as did the lingerie. The thought that Charles, who was still a mystery to her, could size her up with a single glance sent a shiver down her spine

Noelle bit her lip, confronting her reflection’s rosy cheeks. Get it together, Noelle,she scolded herself, giving her face a light smack

After a moment of selfencouragement, she adjusted the dress with a shy tug and finally shuffled back 

out

The bedroom was empty, and oddly enough, Noelle felt relieved. She let out a quiet breath, her hand resting on her chest. Then her eyes caught the sight of Charles emerging from the walkin closet. Momentarily transfixed, she had always known he was fit; however, the man was a walking masterpiece, clothes hanging on him as if he was born to wear them 

Charles stood there, looking sharp in a lightcolored, customtailored suit that fit him like a glove. The suit had a modern twist to it, and the topquality shirt he wore underneath was casually unbuttoned to the third button, showing off a hint of his tan chest. It gave him a laidback vibe that made him seem approachable, despite his obvious class

His cufflinks were nothing fancy, just a sleek silver pin design 

style

however, they added just the right touch of 

Noelle could not help but be wowed the moment she laid eyes on him. It was like he could wear a burlap sack and still look like he stepped off a runway. She was totally hooked

Charles casually adjusted his cufflink, catching Noelle’s gaze. He flashed a small, confident smile, his 

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eyebrows lifting in a playful challenge. What’s up?” 

Noelle looked away, her smile lingering. She kept her thoughts to herself, though

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