Chapter 202
The Cherished Wife
Chapter 202
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Ronald knew Charles to be decisive and unforgiving, just like Steven. He never held back against
his foes, which made his current actions all the more puzzling.
Charles just smirked. âSeems like using Mr. Fischerâs tricks once in a while isnât a bad idea!â
Steven?
Ronaldâs brow creased as he remembered a story about Steven. He had wanted to turn a woman
into a topânotch agent. He supposedly threw her into a den of snakes and wolves, making her fight
for survival among the beasts every single day.
He kept the woman close, finding joy in breaking her spirit every day. Eventually, she turned into his
most powerful ally. She served the heartless man as a tool for others and for herself.
Ronald never understood why Steven liked to be so cruel, but Steven sure seemed to love it.
Charles and Peter usually did not agree with Steven, but Charles was acting just like him now.
Ronald felt sorry for Winter. She had made an enemy of the wrong guy.
âJust killing her would be too easy,â Charles said with a steely smile. âWeâll do it slowly. Weâll build
her up and let her shine. Then, when sheâs at her highest, weâll knock her down. Even if she doesnât
break completely, sheâll be crushed. Thatâll hurt more, right?â
Ronald shivered. He reminded himself to never make an enemy out of Charles.
âStart giving her the best opportunities youâve got,â Charles instructed. âBut first, sheâs got to get rid
of her old debts!â
Ronald blinked in surprise. âYou want me to sign Winter?â
Charles nodded. âIf she wants the spotlight, weâll give it to her,â he said, his lips curling up. âSheâll
learn that the spotlight can turn pretty ugly.â
âSure. Iâll get right on it.â Ronald thought back to how Xavier had not said yes right away. âI wonder
if Winter will say yes. I only gave her the part of the second female lead!â
âDonât worry. Sheâll definitely say yes,â Charles said with certainty. âSomeone as driven as her wonât
say no. Off you go!â
Once Ronald left, Charles got busy with some work before he picked up the phone to call Noelle.
âHello!â Noelle had just wrapped up her work and picked up the call without even glancing at who it
was.
Charles frowned a little when he heard Noelleâs businessâlike voice, but he kept quiet. Noelle,
hearing silence, looked at the phone in surprise. âCharles? Why did you call me?â
âYou didnât save my number?â Charlesâs voice was deep and clearly not happy.
Noelle could tell he was upset, even over the phone, and she felt a bit sorry. âI did save it. I just
didnât see who was calling because I was occupied.â
âHmm?â Charles made a sound that showed he did not quite buy it. Noelle did not really
believe her own excuse either. She bit her lip. âIâm serious. Do you want me to send you a
screenshot to prove it?â
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âNever mind. Just make sure you save it for next time,â Charles said, his annoyance fading away
when he heard Noelleâs playful voice.
Charles had cooled off, but Noelle still felt a little hurt. I did make a note. Really!â