The Cherished Wife

Noelle's heart skipped a beat, and she felt a mix of embarrassment and happiness. She tried to push Charles away, but he just would not let go. His kiss was gentle, and he traced her lips slowly, deepening it further.

It was the gentlest kiss Noelle had ever felt, and for the first time, she realized that kissing could be something truly amazing.

It was like Charles was magical. He made her relax and start to kiss him back. Still, he was definitely leading the way. Noelle got lost in his sweet kisses, and it was a long while before they could bring themselves to stop.

Noelle's face felt warm, and she held Charles's arms, her cheeks red as he nibbled on her lip.

Charles looked down into her pretty eyes, hidden beneath her long lashes. He softly touched her cheek, lifted her chin, and gently bumped foreheads with her. "Nelly, what do we do now?"

"What?" Noelle was confused.

Charles held her chin gently and kissed her again. This time, Noelle was a bit surprised, but she was ready. She wrapped her arms around his neck, clinging to him, and kissed him back with a new eagerness.

They stayed like that for a long time, not wanting to let go. Noelle felt breathless. She realized that kissing was something she could get better at with practice.

She gently pushed Charles back and coughed twice. "Look at the time. Aren't you supposed to be at work?"

"Yep!" Charles laughed softly, holding Noelle's hand. "It's definitely time for work!" His voice had a playful sadness to it. "But what can I do? I wish I could keep you with me forever!"

Noelle giggled at Charles's silly words. It was like something a kid would say. "But you don't have a magic pocket like Doraemon to carry me around all the time!"

Charles looked thoughtful for a moment, making Noelle chuckle. "What's with that look? We're not far apart. We see each other every day!"

"Maybe I should just keep you on a

leash so can keep you close!" Charles sighed and gently squeezed Noelle's cheek. "Off you go. Get

ette's and out the door!"

"Alright!" Noelle touched her cheek where Charles had caressed it, her heart fluttering with joy.

What should she do? She was really starting to like him.

Noelle stepped out of the wardrobe. By this time, Charles was already dressed, waiting by the bedroom door with his tie crooked. Noelle went over and straightened it for him.

With her flats on, she was quite a bit shorter than Charles. She tiptoed to fix his tie, reaching up toward him.

Charles was a bit taken aback by her

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unexpected move. He squinted and looked down at her as she focused

intently. His eyes paused on her neNôvelDrama.Org © content.

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slightly open neckline, and he

swallowed hard, remembering how she had looked last night with him.

He quickly looked away, taking a deep breath to calm himself. Noelle, busy with the tie, did not notice the thoughts racing through his mind.

Once the tie was neatly done, Noelle let out a relieved sigh and smiled. "All set!"

Charles glanced down, a satisfied grin spreading across his face.

Noelle caught Charles's smile and blinked, feeling a bit shy. "I just saw your tie looked a little out of place, so..."