Chapter 9

From what I knew about Jared, work consumed most of his attention, Yvonne took up half of what was left, and Tracy got the rest. To him, I was basically invisible. It was time to kick my divorce plans into overdrive.

When I got home, the servants were still up. They saw me and quickly rushed over to greet me.

The two servants, Wendy and Joyce, Wendy and Joyce, both in their early forties, were incredibly hardworking. With them around, the house stayed spotless.

“Mrs. Holcomb, I made oatmeal. Have a bowl before bed?” Wendy offered, stepping forward.

“Sure, thanks,” I said with a smile. Staying healthy was also my focus right now. I was determined to boost my energy, get in shape, and feel great from the inside out.

Wendy was an amazing cook. Her oatmeal tasted just as good as any store–bought stuff. I had some, but couldn’t finish it all.

suggested she share the rest with Joyce.

I

home tonight. Tracy was really something. Not only had she stolen my husband, but she’d

the root of all evil. We’d barely spoken, but

burnout could be. Those toxic people and drama were like a dark cloud hovering over

was done letting anyone’s negativity trap me like a prisoner. From now

heard Jared and Yvonne return. For

me. “Mom, still sleeping? You have to take me to school,” Yvonne said, yanking

“Ask your

her kindly. But I’d withdraw my love

busy with?” Yvonne frowned. “You don’t even have a job, and with

sat up, and she waved a long box in front of my face. “Dad got this for you last night.

the lid. Inside was a diamond necklace, with

him pick it

has great taste.” Jared had probably prepped her to keep

lot?” I asked, locking eyes with

nodded. “Don’t get mad, okay? Tracy’s Dad’s work partner. She’s nice to me because I’m his

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