Chapter 2 Author:Jean The person good friend, Ruth Upton. She was of a wealthy family. Ruth and Sandra had grown up together. She always been the biggest of Sandras relationship. Now had become Hendrixs wife instead, it came as surprise that Ruth was unfriendly toward her. when she noticed Noelle standing at door, she the least bit embarrassed or uneasy about what said. It was Sandra who greeted her first. Youre Noelle. Im here to take you home. Have packed things? Yes. Im all set. Lets Sandra replied good-naturedly. Ruth couldnt but ask, Wheres Mr. Freeman? is being discharged today. Isnt he coming to pick her up? Hes gone to the office, replied. Oh, he seems really busy. I wonder if hes too to come or you didnt let him come, conjectured with disdain. Noelle respond, Sandra Ruth, stop it. Ruth chuckled coldly. cant I about this? Did I hit the nail on Noelle didnt with her. Instead, she her phone and her contacts. Then, she phone to Ruth. What do you by Ruth asked. seriously, Arent you curious whether Im him from and ask yourself. You… Ruth was about to lose her temper, but Sandra grabbed her hand shook her head. She pleaded, argue with Noelle. just too nice. Ruth gritted her teeth. Thats why others climb your head! Noelle didnt bother responding Ruths remarks. grabbed Sandras suitcase ahead. As as she got the car, her phone rang. was Matilda calling. Did you pick up Sandy? was a noticeable tension in Matildas voice when she to Noelle. Yes, Noelle replied. Is she alright? said her eating cause. Your I are overseas arent back yet. After you bring you take good care of her, okay? Okay, Noelle answered calmly. Matilda seemed to realize tone had been a bit and after brief she added, Youre her older sister, after all. Noelles grip on steering wheel tightened. A swirl of rose inside she suppressed and responded softly, I understand. anything else? After a moment of Matilda said, Give the phone to Sandy. handed phone Sandra, who was sitting the back seat. Hey, Sandra spoke to in a and sweet voice. It was the kind girlish voice that a daughter used when speaking to her mother affectionately. The stark contrast with Noelles and formal tone apparent. Noelle turn around look. She simply fastened her seatbelt and the a composed expression. Youre here, Ms. Sandra! As soon as Noelles car stopped front of the villa, Mabel Kirk, housekeeper, rushed over. face lit immediately when she saw Sandra. Mabel, its a long time. Sandra her with a beaming smile. indeed! Youve grown even more beautiful. favorite barbecued ribs today. must try them later. had already Sandra inside as she spoke. Compared to presence as the lady the house seemed far more negligible. Still, Noelle was used to this kind of life. She simply instructed the house helper to bring Sandras suitcase to the guest room. Then, to own room. She had just taken out her tablet when Sandras voice sounded from door, So this is where you live. Noelle whipped her head around. gaze around room before asked, Noelle, do you Hendrix… sleep in separate