Housewife Gone Wild

Chapter 146

Jared finally released me, his expression smoothing back into its usual controlled mask. “Let’s go,” he said, stepping back.

I watched his retreating figure, my lips curling in cold amusement. Was he really worried about losing control over me? Pathetic.

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The party hall was opulent, filled with well–dressed guests milling about. Jared’s cousin’s family stood near the entrance, greeting arrivals.

Jared’s uncle John had moved to Shariport years ago. Though not in the business world himself, John still owned two companies, having made his fortune reselling electronics back in the day. The man had old–money savvy and the bank account to match.

When we arrived, John personally escorted us to a private dining room. Jared seemed to recognize most of the guests there, but they were strangers to me.

It was a celebration, so many had brought wives or children. As I took my seat, I discreetly studied the wealthy women around me.

Their faces were meticulously maintained, their designer outfits flawless. But their eyes betrayed a quiet dissatisfaction, a hollowness behind the polished smiles.

I saw myself in them, the version of me from my previous life, drowning in loneliness beneath a glittering facade.

darkness. But I refused to be

new.

flowed and conversation buzzed, I realized just how influential the guests were. But I also noticed one thing, Jared made sure I didn’t exchange

I nearly laughed. Of course he

something to keep me occupied but never powerful enough to rival him. I’d been naive to think

collected compliments like trophies. Some men’s gazes lingered a

That radiant, well–nourished glow that comes from

to do with Jared’s status. It was the flush in my cheeks from

I sipped my Bordeaux, hyperaware of the heat

his eyes. My stomach twisted. What now?

avoided his gaze and stood abruptly. “Restroom,” I announced. He nodded

suddenly felt suffocating. Instead of heading to the ladies‘ room, I

to take the scenic route back, anything to delay returning

behind a potted fern. A hunched

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