Chasing His Runaway Wife by Jamie Stones

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Exerting every ounce of her willpower, Naomi managed to quell the jealousy welling up in her eyes, presenting a gentle and pleasantly surprised smile.

Naomi then reached out and picked up the ring, saying sweetly, “Malcolm, I wish to choose this one.”

It didn’t matter if she couldn’t get her hands on Lone Star’s Tear, as the ring could still show her elevated status.

After the auction ended, Tabitha stayed home to recuperate and seldom left the house.

By the time of the charity gala, half of the injuries on her back had healed, allowing her to don a perfectly fitting evening gown.

Alaric had personally arranged the reservation of several evening gowns from overseas, allowing Tabitha to choose freely.

The makeup artist gasped upon hearing the price of those dresses.

As an elite makeup artist, she often provided makeup services to the ladies of the upper–class society. While aware that the Sinclair family was among the most prominent in Xosa’s high society, she had no idea that Tabitha was so highly regarded within the household.

While Tabitha selected her gown, Alaric remained beside her, offering gentle reminders. “Given your delicate health, I’ve informed the organizers to be mindful of the air conditioning temperature, ensuring you won’t catch a chill.”

He then continued saying, “Put aside those high–heeled shoes for now, as the heels are too high, and your feet might get sore. You’re pregnant, so you should pick another pair with lower heels. I’ve arranged for the kitchen staff to prepare some food for you. Have some before heading out.

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In that case, you don’t have to worry about going hungry even if the banquet menu doesn’t suit your taste.”

Malcolm, who was compelled to accompany her, maintained a stoic expression the entire time. However, he couldn’t help but furrow his brow upon hearing this.

He was once again puzzled by Alaric’s love for Tabitha.

Tabitha smiled helplessly as she said, “Grandpa, I’m just attending a gala.”

event,” said Alaric. He then turned around and glared at Malcolm, warning, “You must take good care of Tabby tonight. I

on the other hand, could only respond

Tabitha picked out a long dark

radiant complexion. Her snow–like skin resembled a mermaid from the deep sea, enchanting and other–wordly. It was as if she had gracefully wandered into the

thought, was briefly entranced, and his

working

“Mrs. Sinclair, you have such wonderful skin, and your facial features are beautiful as

was almost impossible to spot any pores on Tabitha’s face.

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eyes were pristine and clear, leaving one in awe

accepted the

her voice is so nice!‘ pondered the makeup artist. As a woman, she found herself nearly enchanted

Tabitha’s makeup and styling, the makeup artist found it nearly impossible to look

sometimes provide makeup services to A–list celebrities. Still, she dared guarantee that none of those actresses, who proclaimed themselves the most beautiful of all, could match up to Tabitha’s

ignoring hist strikingly

presence of such an impressive couple, others might find themselves

instructed Malcolm to accompany Tabitha

favoritism toward Tabitha, Malcolm’s temper softened, and he responded calmly.

and away from Alaric’s observant eyes, the faint smile on Tabitha’s face

tried to move closer by the car window, indicating a clear desire to maintain some

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turned somber when he noticed her

an opportunity to give it away. He hesitated and

humble myself and appease her indifference, there’s no guarantee she would reciprocate,’ thought

nothing to say to each other, and they arrived at

Gala was held at the

arrived at the venue

lingered in the air. Naomi, fond of such occasions, spoke cheerfully to Saul. “I’ll wait for Malcolm here on my own. You can head

if anyone inquired about it later, she didn’t want

who had escorted her

shoulders and revealing her well–proportioned figure. Along