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Charles let out a sigh and playfully flicked Noelle's nose. "It's tough having a little wife who's too clever for her own good!" he said with mock frustration.Noelle bristled, grabbing his finger. "Little wife, huh? It sounds like you're the little wife here!"Charles's eyes crinkled with amusement as he gazed down at Noelle's indignant expression, shaking his head with a smile. "You're my little wife," he declared, pressing a kiss to her fingers."Oh, really? I'm your little wife? So, are you saying you have a big wife hiding out somewhere?" Noelle teased, reaching for Charles's ear before he quickly wrapped her hand in his. "Silly girl! You're the only wife for me."Noelle snorted. "Nice try, but I'm onto you and your subject-changing tactics!"With a sigh, Charles scooped Noelle into his arms. "Let's head upstairs. I’ve been out all day, and I've missed you!"That got a laugh out of Noelle. She hugged his neck and motioned for him to lean in, rewarding him with a kiss on the
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Noelle remembered the guy she had bumped into at Royal Star that morning. "Harrison, right?”Charles raised an eyebrow in surprise. "How'd you figure that out?"Noelle shrugged. "Just a wild guess." She had not expected to actually hit the nail on the head.Harrison's face had popped into her mind out of nowhere. "Harrison was at Royal Star with Shirley today. It looked like there was some drama between them from how Shirley acted around him. I can't figure out their relationship. And get this: Harrison is Sean's uncle. Why hasn't Sean ever mentioned him?"Charles's eyes twinkled with a hint of mischief. "Yeah, Harrison is Sean's uncle, alright. Their family has some skeletons in the closet. If you're really curious, I'll spill the beans some other time.""It’s not a big deal. I'm not dying to know. I've only run into Mr. Harrison Smith a couple of times, but he seems like a decent guy. So, tell me. Why was Harrison tagging along? What's his deal with Shirley?"Charles dropped a
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Feeling a mix of annoyance and confusion, Noelle looked away and avoided Charles's eyes.She bit her lip, defiantly refusing to face Charles, hugging her knees to her chest. Taking a deep breath, she buried her head between her knees. "Charles, I just need a little space to think!"Charles's face tensed up. "Sure!"There they were, Noelle at the head of the bed and Charles at the foot.His calm eyes softened as he watched over Noelle.Noelle did not know how long she had been sitting there when she finally looked up and saw Charles still in the same position. Guilt washed over her. "Charles, I...""Come here!"Charles waved her over, and Noelle scooted closer. He reached out, pulling her into a gentle hug and propping her on his lap. His hand softly stroked her cheek. "Silly girl. Didn't I tell you that you've still got me?"Noelle looked up at Charles. "So, is Harrison my real dad?" Her voice was steady and almost normal. "Is that it?""Yep!" Charles confirmed with a nod, not
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Noelle stirred awake to a room bathed in sunlight, the chill of the morning long gone. She stretched out to find the other side of the bed empty and the sheets beside her cool to the touch. She blinked the sleep from her eyes and realized she was alone. Pushing herself up, she crawled out of bed, her movements slow and groggy.The alarm clock on the dresser read eleven o'clock, jolting Noelle into alertness. She slapped her forehead in disbelief and scrambled out of bed.After a quick wash, Noelle double-checked the clock, frowning. "I was sure I set the alarm for eight this morning." Somehow, she had slept through it until nearly midday.Descending the stairs, Noelle found the Hoffman household already buzzing with activity.She crept down, the lively sounds from the living room growing louder. Anna and Charles were in the midst of a playful tussle. Anna's laughter was ringing out, punctuated by Chloe's good-natured chuckles. "Anna, come on. Give your Uncle Charles a break," Chloe
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Noelle playfully squinted. "Hey, Anna's just a kid. Let's not concern her with grown-up talk, okay?"Charles let out a soft laugh as he accepted the plate and spoon from the servant. "Feeling hungry? Try some of this. Zara made sure to keep it simmering on low just for you. It's nice and thick now, so it’ll be easy on the stomach." He scooped up a spoonful of the warm soup, blew on it to cool it down, and offered it to Noelle.Noelle shot Charles a bashful look before grabbing the spoon from him. "I've got this!" she declared. Being pregnant did not mean she was completely helpless.His laughter filled the room again as he tenderly patted Noelle's head, exhaling softly. "Go on, dig in!""Why are you sighing? And why didn't you wake me? You turned off my alarm, didn't you?" Noelle suddenly remembered to question him, a bit annoyed. "Now I'm the last one up in the house, and it's practically lunchtime.""Why worry?" Charles shrugged it off with ease. "A little extra sleep is good fo
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Charles and Noelle shared a look, then both glanced down at Noelle's pronounced belly. Noelle could not help but quirk a smile, thinking Maxwell was making a bigger fuss than even her grandfathers would."We're just going for a short stroll nearby, and we might drop by Sean's place while we're at it," Charles explained as he gently guided Noelle to the foyer. He crouched to slip her shoes on her feet, asking, "Are they rubbing anywhere?"Noelle shook her head."If they bother you at all, just let me know. I had these shoes made just for you, and they're supposed to be comfortable. We’ll get rid of them if they're not, okay?""Understood!" Noelle replied, her expression a mix of amusement and exasperation.Noelle jumped when Maxwell popped up behind her, and she instinctively shoved Charles's shoulder."What's up?" Charles asked, looking up to find Maxwell lurking behind Noelle. He squinted at him. "Do you need something else?"Maxwell faced Charles with a dead-serious look. "Hea
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Noelle glanced at Charles and could tell he was fuming. Without a word, he shoved the card into her purse. "Grandpa gave it to you, so hold onto it," he said. "I would never let my wife go hungry, but there’s no such thing as too much money.”Charles scoffed and turned to Maxwell. "Grandpa, if you’ve got money to burn, you might as well hand out a few more cards.""You think I won't do it?" Maxwell bristled with anger, puffing up like an angry cat.Charles raised an eyebrow, a silent challenge in his gaze that said, ‘I bet you won’t.’Maxwell could not handle Charles's taunting. He spun on his heel. "James, go open my safe in the study. I...""Grandpa!" Noelle cut in quickly, gesturing for him to stop. "Really, there's no need. I hardly have any expenses. We've got everything at home, and I don't even buy my own clothes. The money you gave me is more than enough."Noelle was getting anxious. "Charles and I need to head out, or we'll be late." She shot Charles a pointed look. "Isn
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Chloe's eyes flickered as she instinctively glanced at Clarisse. Clarisse, however, stiffened awkwardly, forcing a slight smile. "Chloe, I heard that Jordy has been busy lately..."Charles stepped outside and immediately spotted Noelle and little Anna waiting by the car, their hands intertwined. Anna’s hand was so small in Noelle’s grasp. Anna was gazing in awe at Noelle's belly. "Aunt Noelle, it's like magic! Are the babies really in there?""Absolutely!""Was I a tiny baby in my mom's belly too?" Anna asked, her fingers gently pressing against Noelle's stomach. "Aunt Noelle, it's moving!""It sure is!" Noelle chuckled, affectionately tousling Anna's bangs. "You were in your mom's belly once, too. Moms have to keep their little ones safe!""Qow! Mom must really love me a lot.""That's right. Every baby born into this world is an angel, and you’re your mom's little angel!""Is that true? Then I'm going to love my mom even more!" Anna's eyes sparkled with excitement. She released
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"Sean, stop messing around. Let go of me first," Liliana tugged at Sean's arm, realizing how tightly he was holding her. "You're choking me."Only then did Sean loosen his grip slightly, though he still did not let her go. His forehead rested against hers, and he panted softly. "Liliana, do you remember what you said to me in the fire?"Liliana's face turned red, and she awkwardly turned her head away. "N-No, I don't remember. What did I say? I don't think I—mmph..."Before she could finish, Sean kissed her, swallowing the rest of her words with that one stubborn kiss.Liliana raised her hands and smacked Sean on the shoulder, trying to push him away. "Sea—mmph, what are you doing? Let me go..."She shoved him hard, and Sean stumbled back, clutching his chest. Liliana's face went pale, and she rushed over. "Sean, what's wrong? Are you okay? Did I hurt you somewhere?"Nonetheless, Sean took the opportunity to wrap his arms around her again. That feeling of holding her tightly
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Noelle raised an eyebrow. "I didn't say that."Then, she added, "That knot in Liliana's heart can only be undone by Sean."What happened back then had always been a shadow between the two of them. Noelle had noticed it these past few days. Though Liliana stubbornly claimed she no longer cared, she clutched her phone every single day, obviously waiting for a call.Liliana's social circle was small. Noelle and the others knew everyone she knew. Who else could she be waiting for but Sean?Charles furrowed his brows. "If Liliana can't have the best, then she's better off with nothing."Noelle could not help but laugh. "Alright, alright. I know you're still holding a grudge against Hayes and Savannah."Honestly, Noelle shared the sentiment. "Savannah really crossed a line with how she handled everything."Charles reached out and gently pinched Noelle's knuckles. "That's not what I meant."Noelle chuckled, exasperated. "I know."Outside, the sound of a car engine drew their attentio
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Sean shoved Hayes away. "Dad, if you're just like Mom and trying to stop me from being with Liliana, then don't even bother. If I can't marry Liliana in this lifetime, I won't marry anyone else."With that, Sean lay down decisively. Hayes frowned. "Sean, this isn't about what we want anymore. It's about Liliana and Charles now."Truthfully, Hayes did not have many opinions about Sean and Liliana's relationship. He was always too busy with the company to pay attention to such things. Even the events from four years ago were only now becoming clearer to him."If you insist on marrying her, I won't stop you. But from what I can see, the problem lies with Liliana and Charles."Sean's gaze sharpened as he clenched his fists. "That's impossible. Liliana already forgave me back when the fire happened. She promised that if we both made it out, she'd marry me."Hayes sighed. "Your mother… She misunderstood Liliana and said some harsh things. Just rest for now. Once you're better, we'll go
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Sean spat out a mouthful of blood. One hand gripped the bedsheet tightly, his gaze turning darker than ever."What do you mean by that? What do you mean she doesn't want to marry me? She promised me. She said that as long as I was willing to walk out of that fire with her, she'd be with me. You're lying to me, aren't you? Tell me you're lying to me."Sean's bloodshot eyes locked on Savannah's. "Tell me."Savannah was momentarily stunned by the sheer force of Sean's gaze. This was the first time she ever felt fear in front of her own son. "Sean, I…""Where's Liliana?" Sean demanded."Sean," Hayes called out as he pushed open the door and stepped in. "That's no way to speak to your mother.""Then how should I speak to her?" Sean's voice turned icy."Did you know it was Joanna who drugged me nine years ago? And while I was under the influence, I forced myself on Liliana? I misunderstood her, and as a result, she had to hide in the countryside for years."Four years ago, it was me
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The operating room door swung open, and Liliana spun around. She saw Saxon step out. Not caring about anyone else’s opinions, she grabbed his hand. "Mr. Holt, how's Sean?"Saxon looked down at their hands, noting how soft and warm hers was. He met her eyes and nodded. "The patient is out of danger now. He should wake up by tomorrow."Hearing that, Liliana let out a sigh of relief and then suddenly fainted."Liliana!"Charles rushed over and wrapped Liliana in a tight hug, but his eyes quickly darted to Hayes and Savannah. "Now that Sean is safe, Sean's fate is no longer Liliana's concern, nor ours," he declared, speaking for the Hoffman family.With those words, Charles carried Liliana away. Saxon was tugged along by Linda. "Saxon, you should check on her. The young lady seemed off to me. She's been hiding her pain. Besides the wound on her shoulder, I think she breathed in a lot of smoke."Saxon's eyes shimmered for a moment. "Yeah, I'm aware."Liliana had been pushing through
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"Charles, you…""Stop it!" Hayes was taken aback by Savannah suddenly slapping Liliana. He did not particularly like or dislike Liliana, but she was part of the Hoffman family, and their family commanded much respect. Besides, Noelle was still Charles's wife, and they had to be careful about their actions.Hayes turned to Charles. "I'm sorry, my wife acted without thinking. But what in the world happened today?"Hayes had been told that his son was hurt, but he did not know the details. When he arrived and saw Liliana was there and injured too, Hayes and Savannah could not help but think that Liliana must be connected to Sean's injury.Charles gave a sharp look. "It was Joanna's doing.""Joanna? No, that can't be!" Savannah was shocked to hear the name Joanna, and she quickly objected, "Joanna is such a sweet girl, she couldn't possibly...""Oh, sweet indeed!"Liliana, who had been silent until then, finally spoke. She narrowed her eyes and stood up, ignoring the pain from her w
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"Liliana!""Get up quickly!" Liliana used all her strength to pull Sean up from the ground. "Can you walk?""Uh-huh!" Sean had been hit by a falling piece of wood on his leg when he tried to push Liliana out earlier. That was why he could not get out in time and could only hear Liliana's loud calls from outside.He had wished so badly for Liliana to leave quickly, but she had come back for him.Sean bit down hard and pushed himself up.Even if it was hard to walk, he had to try because Liliana wanted him to stand.Liliana slung Sean's arm over her shoulder, noticing his injury. Her eyes were red with tears. "Sean, hang in there. If we both make it out today, I'll forgive you. You can ask me to do anything.""Really?" Sean's eyes sparkled, and he smiled. "Liliana, I don't want you to do anything." In his heart, he added, ‘I just want you to marry me.’"The fire is licking at our heels, and you two are still dawdling," came Charles's icy voice from up ahead. In a flash, he was be
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"Sean, where are you? Didn't you just say you love me?" she cried out. "How can you leave me like this, saying you love me and then j-j-just giving up? What am I supposed to do now?"Sean, you took our child from me. How could you think I'd just forgive you? If you don't make this right, I swear I'll never forgive you," Liliana yelled outside, her voice filled with madness. Inside, the plant was engulfed in flames. Shaking from head to toe, Liliana's screams slowly turned into a whisper. She clenched her hands tight, staring blankly at the fire. "If you're gone, what's left for me here?""Liliana!"Charles rushed over and saw Liliana moving toward the flames. He grabbed her and pulled her back. "What are you doing?"Liliana looked up, dazed, and saw Charles. She quickly stood up and grabbed his hand. "Charles, please. I'm begging you. Help me save Sean, please!"Charles's brow creased as he looked at the fiery red inferno, his fingers tensing. "Liliana, the fire's too big. Sean mi
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Liliana shoved Sean aside and covered him with her body, taking a knife stab from Joanna. "Ugh..."Pain whitened Liliana's face, and blood dripped onto Sean's face. Reacting quickly, Sean rolled over, picked Liliana up in his arms, and seized Joanna's neck, twisting it hard until it cracked. Joanna's eyes bulged in disbelief as she stared at Sean."You..."She had not thought Sean would actually snap her neck. Her eyes were wide open, one hand clutching a knife, and the other holding a lighter.With her last breath, she tossed the lighter.A loud bang followed, and flames started to spread from that spot.Sean's eyes darkened as he carried Liliana and dashed for the exit. However, how could he outrun the swift spread of the fire while burdened with Liliana's weight?Liliana's eyes widened as she saw the flames creeping up behind them. She pushed Sean, urging him, "Go now, or it'll be too late!"However, Sean's eyes turned a deep red with emotion. "Liliana, I won't let go of you
