Chapter 83

Jared suspected me, but he probably had no evidence, so there was nothing he could do.

Being a proud man, Jared knew I had loved him hopelessly for six years and only recently started behaving oddly. Before this, I was always obedient and sweet towards him.

Jared believed I wouldn’t dare cheat on him. He likely thought his neglect had upset me, causing a rebellious streak.

He knew exactly how to soothe my emotions–some sweet talk, a bit of money, some grand promises, and extra attention at night would keep me compliant.

But now, it seemed I wasn’t as easy to pacify anymore. He needed to put in more effort, which annoyed him.

“Victoria, you’re a married woman with a child. Behave with the dignity expected of you. The company’s eyes are watching. You won’t embarrass me, will you?” Jared stated sternly, explicitly reminding me not to break marital laws.

My emotions had been stable, but now, I couldn’t hold back. I immediately fired back. “You want peace of mind, but do you give me respect? Can you keep things low–key with Tracy?”

froze. He expected me to yell and throw a fit. But

my back to him. “Jared, please keep your distance from Tracy at work. And

grabbed me back. My head

times do I have to say it? There’s nothing between

there’s nothing now doesn’t mean there won’t be in the future.” I had endured enough of their nonsense in my previous life. This time,

future either,” Jared said, breathing heavily, his eyes blazing as he glared at me. “Stop fantasizing

grip on my arm hurt, and I struggled to break free. Suddenly, Jared lowered his

to push him away. But Jared, seemingly fueled

‘What kind of forced romance is

two-“The half–open office door swung wide as Tracy stood there, eyes

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he pulled me up and said to Tracy and the others, “Wait for me in meeting

lipstick was smudged all over my lips, making me look

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