Housewife Gone Wild

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

I doubted Jared or Yvonne would be home tonight. Tracy was really something. Not only had she stolen my husband, but she’d also had Yvonne under her control.

her like she was the root of all evil.

well how destructive overthinking and emotional burnout could be. Those toxic people and drama were like a dark

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

night, I was fast asleep when I barely heard Jared and Yvonne return. For a moment, it seemed like someone’s footsteps had

body wormed under the covers with me. “Mom,

alarm–no wonder I was running late. “Ask your dad to give you a ride. I’m swamped

flesh and blood, so I still spoke to her kindly. But I’d withdraw my love gradually. Once she was old enough to

what could you possibly be busy with?” Yvonne frowned. “You don’t even have a job, and with two servants here, you’re so

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 out?” I asked

and has great taste.” Jared had probably prepped

her a lot?” I asked, locking eyes

okay? Tracy’s Dad’s work partner. She’s nice to

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precious daughter.”