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

was really something. Not only

on her like she was the root of all evil. We’d

all too well how destructive overthinking and emotional burnout could be. Those toxic people and drama were like a dark cloud hovering over me, blocking

like a prisoner. From now on, I was going to do what

asleep when I barely heard Jared and Yvonne return. For a moment, it seemed like someone’s footsteps had stopped right by

“Mom, still sleeping? You have

wonder I was running late. “Ask your dad to give you a ride.

her kindly. But I’d withdraw my love gradually. Once she was

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

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

lid. Inside was a diamond necklace, with

it out?” I

out. She’s super gorgeous and has great taste.” Jared had probably prepped her to keep things casual, for she was

a lot?” I asked, locking

okay? Tracy’s Dad’s

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