Charles grasped Noelle's hand, wrapping it completely within his palm. "Because I know my wife wouldn't let anyone bully her. She might bully others, but no one can take advantage of her!"Noelle narrowed her eyes. There was a smile gleaming in them. Still, she pretended to be angry and pulled her hand away. "I don't believe you!""Then what will make you believe me?" Charles reached out and held her hand again. "Do I have to take out my heart and show it to you?""I'd love that, but even if you did, I wouldn't be able to see it!" With Charles holding her hand, Noelle's fingers playfully tickled his palm. "Why did you come over?""I was worried about you," Charles replied. "And besides, I'm hungry.""You haven't eaten yet?" Noelle exclaimed but quickly added, "Actually, I haven't eaten either!" She hadn't felt hungry earlier—probably because she had been on high alert. Now that Charles mentioned it, she realized she was starving."Let's go!" Charles stood up, set down the teacup,
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