Semua Bab The Cherished Wife: Bab 841 - Bab 850

"I know that," said Charles.Meanwhile, Noelle had gone upstairs, but she still felt suspicious about Charles' behavior. It was not that she was overthinking. After spending so much time together, she had grown familiar with his moods.Earlier, she had sensed the emotional turmoil he was suppressing. Things were not as simple as he made them seem, but since Charles had chosen not to say anything, she decided not to press him.After hanging up his coat, she lingered upstairs for a while. When she finally came down, she only saw Nancy in the living room. Charles was nowhere to be seen."Aunt Nancy, where's Charlie?" Noelle asked."He's in the kitchen. Come sit with me," Nancy replied with a smile, waving Noelle over. "But I told him I'd cook dinner tonight!" Noelle said, a little surprised."No need. Charlie is handling it. You just come and keep me company for a bit.""Alright." Noelle glanced toward the kitchen and saw Charles washing vegetables. Smiling, she tapped the kitche

"You... have quite the sharp-tongue!"Clarisse had not expected Noelle to be this difficult to deal with. It was clear that Noelle had no intention of taking her seriously."Do you really think that by saying these things, you can compare yourself to me?"Noelle smiled calmly. "I never thought that. In fact, I'd rather you compliment my eloquence. After all, Charlie thinks I'm quite articulate too.""Insolent!" Clarisse slammed the table with a harsh thud. "It seems you really won't leave Charlie, will you?""I have no reason to leave my husband. So, I'm not sure what you hope to achieve by meeting me today. Which mother doesn't wish happiness for her child? Yet here I am, facing you—a mother determined to break her son's marriage. I find it... intriguing," Noelle replied, her tone firm and unyielding. "Of course, I want him to be happy, but not with you!" Clarisse's gaze turned sharp. It was filled with hostility as if Noelle were her greatest enemy.If Noelle did not know for

Charles sneered, "Nothing wrong? The Bakers are the least innocent of all. Don't assume that just because I was a child back then, I didn't know what was going on."My father was merciful toward you out of affection, but that doesn't mean I will be. You trampled on his feelings and sought to take everything from the Hoffmans. Your family's schemes were just too perfect, weren't they?"Clarisse's face turned deathly pale. "Do you even understand what you're saying? How could I have done such a thing? I'm your mother! How could I possibly do that?""You wouldn't, but that doesn't mean the Bakers wouldn't," Charles replied, steadily closing the distance between them. "Go ask your beloved brother what he did 35 years ago. My father treated you with kindness and respect, but you repaid him by helping others hurt him. "Then ask your brother what he did to my father 25 years ago and what he did to Janet three years ago."Charles advanced step by step, forcing Clarisse to back away.At

"Charles began, "She's from a poor family. After what happened, she lost her job and went back home, but her family didn't forgive her. She raised the child alone while going through a lot of hardship. Eventually, with no other option, she turned to the Hoffmans, hoping they would adopt the child."Noelle stiffened, stunned by the revelation. "And... your father, what did he do?""My father had intended to divorce my mother, to set her free. They had both agreed to it, but at the last moment, my mother changed her mind and refused to go through with it.""Why?" Noelle asked, confused."Why?" Charles repeated with a bitter smile. "Have you forgotten the Bakers standing behind her? A divorce would've cut off all ties between the Bakers and the Hoffmans, severing the Bakers' foothold in Brookville. My uncle isn't a fool."Noelle let out a quiet sigh, feeling the weight of how cruel the situation had been."And what happened to Liliana?" she asked softly."My mother refused to divor

Noelle thought about what Charles had told her—that Clarisse had always been in love with Henry.She glanced at Nancy and murmured, "I'm sorry, Aunt Nancy."Nancy shook her head with a sigh. "Silly child, there's no need to apologize to me. It's the truth, after all. Even if you hadn't asked, the fact remains that Clarisse has always loved Hen."She exhaled deeply, her expression tinged with regret. "Back then, she resented Hen for not fighting to marry her. And she blamed Mateo for taking her. So, there was never a peaceful day for her at the Hoffman residence. "It's a shame for the children... and poor Liliana. Charlie probably told you about her, right?"Noelle nodded. "Yes, he mentioned her. Charlie feels deeply guilty toward her."Nancy said softly, "Charlie is a good child. People say he's ruthless, but he has carried the weight of the Hoffmans on his shoulders since young. He has no choice but to be tough."But his love for Chloe and Liliana is genuine. It's just a pity