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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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Noelle toyed with the sleek black card. "I’ve gotta say, your granddad's had a real change of heart. He went from wanting to wipe me off the planet to this... Hehe!" Noelle's chuckle was crafty.Charles smoothed out Noelle's hair with a mix of affection and exasperation. "This isn't just any card. It's a top-tier, world-class black card.""Huh?""It's like a VIP pass to the planet. You can flash it anywhere," Charles said with a light laugh. "Grandpa was talking about fetching something from the safe in the study. Why'd you turn him down?"Noelle flicked her tongue out, tucking the card away with care. "Come on. I didn't marry you for your money," she said. "He's just trying to throw a little extra cash my way.""Silly girl! Do you have any idea what's locked away in Sir Hoffman's safe?" Charles could not help but shake his head as he gave Noelle's nose a playful pinch. "Do you even realize what you turned down?""Hey, stop the nose-pinching. Just tell me: what am I missing here?
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Unaware of the buzz she and Charles were causing, Noelle trailed behind him at a leisurely pace. Watching Charles cradle Anna in one arm and hold her hand with the other, a familiar saying crossed her mind: ‘I want to grow old with you.’ Wasn't that exactly the picture they painted right now?Charles took Noelle to a routine check-up, and everything checked out fine, except that Noelle was a touch on the skinny side. Margaret, who was always looking out for Noelle, insisted she needed to beef up and ensure she was eating enough. Sitting off to the side, little Anna could not help but chime in, "Aunt Noelle, you hardly eat anything. You're so thin!"With a knowing look, Charles glanced at Noelle as if to say, "I'm not the only one who thinks so. You're not just slim, you're skinny!"Noelle bit her lip and glanced at the weight chart with a sigh. "I think I'm fine the way I am. Any heavier, and I'd be as round as a ball!"Margaret chimed in, "It can't be helped. You need to be well-n
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Sean's attendance at least meant that the Smiths were not totally against her. Plus, with Sean there, she would not have to worry about any awkwardness.Charles understood what Noelle was thinking and shook his head with a smile. "Come on. Sean's already sent us the address.""If I'd known we were meeting him, I would've left Anna at home!""Don’t worry! It's actually great that Anna's coming." Having a kid around would keep things from getting too tense.Anna, who had been having a blast, perked up when she heard Noelle might not take her along. She looked up at Charles with big, sad puppy eyes. "Why isn't Aunt Noelle taking me?"...Harrison was the one who booked the hotel. The moment he got wind of Charles's call to Sean last night about setting up a meeting, he jumped on it and took care of the arrangements himself.Even though Harrison had met Noelle before, it had been a casual encounter, and she had not known he was her real dad. Today, Harrison was up with the sun, fuss
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"Honestly, I think any of these options…""They all look good?""All…" Sean paused. He thought to himself, 'They're all the same!'He nodded as if affirming his own statement. "Exactly. Uncle Harrison, don't you trust the Smith family's impeccable genes? Look at my face, then look at yours—it's perfection!"Harrison shot Sean a look of disdain. "Be serious!""Alright, alright!" Sean cleared his throat dramatically. "Actually, the one who asked to meet you is Charles. He said he wants to have a face-to-face today and will be bringing Noelle along." Sean could not help but offer a word of caution. "Uncle Harrison, you left without a word back then, and maybe you had your reasons. But you're no different from Shirley to Noelle. In her eyes, both of you abandoned her. So… what I mean is, you need to be prepared. This may not go as smoothly as you hope."Harrison's expression stiffened. "I know."If he did not, he would have acknowledged Noelle as his daughter long ago instead of w
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"Aunt Noelle lost again! Aunt Noelle lost again!" Anna clapped her hands and turned to Charles with a cheeky grin. "Uncle Charles, Aunt Noelle lost again!""Really? Anna, you're amazing!" Charles pinched Anna's nose playfully. "Aunt Noelle looks tired. Why don't you come over here and play with me instead?"He then scooped Anna up and placed her on the seat beside him.Anna pouted. "No, no! Uncle Charles, I want to sit between you and Aunt Noelle!"She wriggled her little legs, moving closer to Noelle. She tugged at her sleeve with a pleading look. "Aunt Noelle, am I still your little sweetheart?"Noelle could not help but laugh. "Of course, you're always my little sweetheart. Come here!"She patted the spot next to her and lifted Anna onto the seat in the middle. "Uncle Charles can feed you later, alright?""Okay!" Anna beamed while nodding enthusiastically, but then her gaze shifted to the door. "Huh?"Noelle and Charles turned to look at the entrance, where Sean leaned casua
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"Wow, I can't believe that just happened!""Look at that! Charles is actually so considerate and gentle—it’s hard to believe!”Charles slipped the crystal shoes onto Noelle's feet and then scooped her up in his arms. With that, the noisy crowd made their way out of the place.Outside the place, a line of fancy cars waited. People climbed in, and they all set off for the hotel.As the luxury cars rolled away from the Smith residence, reporters followed, eager to capture every moment of the spectacle.Even though the Hoffmans and the Smiths had told the press to stay out of certain areas, they could not stop them from snapping pictures on the public streets. So, the day's big moments ended up all over the internet.In front of the hotel run by the Nexus Group, car after car pulled up and parked. The whole street had been cleared out just for today's wedding party.Charles, looking sharp in his white suit, stepped out of the car and turned his back to the door. A pretty figure in w
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The church was alive with love and happiness, the air buzzing with laughter, congratulations, and heartfelt connections. For a moment, Charles stood still, holding Noelle’s hand, soaking in the overwhelming joy that surrounded them. It wasn’t just the ceremony that made the day special—it was the people they loved, the memories they’d shared, and the future they were about to build together.As the crowd slowly began to disperse, the newlyweds, still smiling and basking in the glow of their love, made their way out of the church, ready to begin the rest of their lives together.Just then, the bridesmaids—Kelly, Liliana and Linda—and the groomsmen—Sean, Peter, and the others—emerged from the church. They were all smiling, but especially Sean, who had his usual carefree, playful attitude. He walked up behind Charles as if he were about to give him a friendly shove.However, before Sean could do anything else, it was obvious that Charles was not pleased with him at all. With a quick mo
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Meanwhile, Charles caught sight of his mother, Clarisse and father, Mateo, both of them beaming with pride. Clarisse's eyes were bright with tears as she dabbed at them with a tissue, while Mateo's face was etched with a quiet, proud smile."Charles!" Clarisse called out, her voice thick with emotion. She was barely holding it together, and her hands trembled as she waved him over for a hug. Charles went to her, his heart swelling, and pulled her into his arms. "I'm so proud of you," she whispered, and the emotion in her voice made his chest tighten. He pulled back, giving her a soft smile, and then hugged Mateo, who patted him on the back."Don't you go breaking her heart, Charles," Mateo said with a wink, making everyone nearby laugh. It was a comment Charles had heard many times before, but today, it carried a deeper, more heartfelt meaning.He turned to Noelle, and she smiled at him, her eyes crinkling at the corners in that way he loved. Her parents were waiting for her, and
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When it was Noelle's turn, she spoke her vows in a voice that trembled ever so slightly, but her words were strong. "Charles, you are my home," she said. "From the moment we met, I knew I'd found someone who would be my partner for the rest of my life. I promise to love you, to support you, and to share my life with you in all its highs and lows."It was beautiful, simple, and perfect. Charles could feel his heart swelling again, but then it was full of certainty. That was it. That was the moment he had been waiting for.The officiant smiled and nodded, glancing at Charles. "By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. Charles, you may kiss your bride."The church erupted in applause as Charles leaned in to kiss Noelle, his heart beating faster than ever. The kiss was soft but full of meaning, a promise of everything to come. When they pulled away, he could not help but laugh with happiness, and Noelle joined in, her face flushed with joy.They turned to face
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She appeared at the doorway, standing tall in her flowing white gown, the lace sparkling in the light. Her veil covered most of her face, but her eyes, the ones he had fallen in love with all those years ago, gleamed at him from beneath it. For a brief moment, it felt like time had stopped. She looked like an angel, and as she started her slow walk down the aisle, Charles could not help but feel his heart swell with love and pride.At her side, Kelly smiled at her, holding Noelle's bouquet carefully. Kelly, always the organized one, was keeping it together despite the emotion of the moment. However, just as they reached the halfway point, Kelly's heel caught on the edge of a pew, and she stumbled slightly. There was a collective gasp, followed by a nervous giggle from the crowd. Kelly straightened herself quickly, her face turning a little pink, but she winked at Noelle and whispered, "Just making sure everyone is paying attention." Noelle stifled a laugh, her cheeks flushing wi
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The wedding began on a day filled with laughter and joy. Outside the church, Noelle and her bridesmaids stood together, while inside, Charles eagerly awaited her, clutching a bouquet of roses.Tania stood with Rowena and Teresa, their laughter and chatter creating a joyful buzz. Meanwhile, Noelle's heart was racing, but she stayed cool as a cucumber, took a deep breath, and braced herself for the biggest moment of her life."Hey, have you guys heard that funny wedding joke that's going around?" Tania piped up suddenly. Everyone turned to look at her, eager to hear the joke. "So, there was this bride who asked her bridesmaid, 'Can I go without shoes today?' The bridesmaid was surprised and asked, 'Why would you go without shoes?' The bride giggled and said, 'Because I don't want my own steps to be too loud!'" Tania chuckled, and everyone laughed along.The church doors swung open, and Noelle's dad held her hand, guiding her slowly down the long aisle toward Charles, who stood waiti
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On the wedding day, Noelle's heart raced with excitement. She slipped into her beautiful wedding dress and stood looking at herself in the mirror. She was wearing a white gown and could hardly believe that moment was real. She looked so beautiful and full of hope that she almost forgot how nervous and thrilled she felt."You look so beautiful, Noelle! Like a princess," Linda said from behind her. Noelle turned and saw her bridesmaids smiling at her. She smiled back, feeling thankful and a little nervous."Thanks, everyone. I can't believe how perfect today is," Noelle said, her voice full of emotion. She looked at the ring in her hand, feeling so happy and excited.She walked over to the bed, picked up her phone, and called Charles. When he answered, she heard his deep voice say, "Honey, I can't wait to see you." Noelle felt a warm glow inside and smiled. "I feel the same, Charles. I love you."After she ended the call, she stood in front of the mirror once more, gazing at her wedd
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Kelly and Noelle were sisters and looked almost the same, both incredibly beautiful. Liliana was like a finely carved statue of beauty, and then there were Linda and Eloise. One was sweet and charming, while the other was cool and aloof, like a regal ice queen.Tania blinked her eyes, "Aren't they lovely? I chose the bridesmaids' dresses." She let out a sigh, "I had hoped to be a bridesmaid too, such a shame!"Their happy chatter filled the house, and Noelle felt like the luckiest girl in the world. She turned to Kelly, her best bridesmaid, her eyes shining with thanks. "Kelly, I'm so grateful you're always here for me," Noelle said softly. Kelly grinned and gave her a gentle shoulder pat, "You don't have to thank me, Noelle. You're my sister and seeing you so happy with the right guy is all I could wish for."Linda, touched by their words, had teary eyes like she was the bride too. She dashed from the kitchen, lifted a cup, and laughed, "I feel like I've turned into your wedding pl
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"Yeah." Charles chuckled, planting a kiss on the corner of Noelle's eye. "All of this is yours, feel free to touch all you want!"Noelle's cheeks flushed bright red, and she tried to pull her hands back, but Charles gently held onto them. "What's wrong? I don't let anyone else touch me!""You're such a tease!" Noelle's face turned even redder, "Ever since we got married, you've just gotten cheekier and cheekier.""Yeah, I'm all yours," Charles said as he cradled Noelle's face in his hands, their eyes locked in a gaze.Just like that, time stood still. They looked at each other as if they could never look away. "Charlie!""Noelle!" Charles gently cradled Noelle's face in his hands, showering her with soft kisses....The whole town of Brookville buzzed with excitement for Charles and Noelle's wedding. It was not just the big shots in the business world who were thrilled; people online and just about everyone else were talking about it, too. The media and social networks were all
