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.”

He then turned around and glared at Malcolm, warning, “You

the other hand, could only respond with

out a long dark blue dress.

resembled a mermaid from the deep sea, enchanting and other–wordly. It was as if she had gracefully wandered into the mortal realm, captivating all with her

changing room, Malcolm, initially lost in thought, was briefly entranced, and his typically blue eyes appeared even

began working on Tabitha’s makeup and

help but exclaim, “Mrs. Sinclair, you have such wonderful

almost impossible to spot

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and

and graciously accepted

artist. As a woman, she found herself nearly enchanted by the allure of

makeup and styling, the makeup artist found it nearly

she dared guarantee that none of those actresses, who proclaimed themselves the most beautiful of all, could match up to Tabitha’s beauty. Tonight,

ignoring hist

of such an impressive couple, others might find

pleased and gave a few approving remarks. Afterward, he instructed Malcolm to accompany Tabitha to the gala, repeatedly emphasizing the need to take good

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

and away from Alaric’s observant eyes,

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

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turned somber when he

his pocket all along, but there had never been an opportunity to give it away. He hesitated and withdrew his hand. when he saw the indifferent

be it. Tabitha only smiles willingly to Chadwick nowadays. Even if I humble myself

to say to each other, and they arrived at the gala venue in silence.

held at the Masyale Hotel.

arrived at the venue

in the air. Naomi, fond of such occasions, spoke cheerfully to Saul. “I’ll wait for Malcolm

she

had

and revealing her well–proportioned figure. Along with her delicate