Chapter 157

• Howard glanced at his wife, his blue eyes narrowing with curiosity. He leaned closer, his voice low amid the murmurs. "What is that? Is there something I don't know?"
• Charlotte turned to him, her hazel eyes twinkling with mischief. She squeezed his hand again, a secretive smile playing on her crimson lips. "You'll know soon, dear husband."
• Howard's brow furrowed. He looked confused and a bit surprised, searching her face for clues. Before he could press further, Natalie's voice echoed through the speakers, smooth and teasing.