Housewife Gone Wild

Chapter 303

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I had always pegged Nathan as the straightforward type, but apparently, even the most practical men had their moments of charm.

After an hour of browsing, my head spun from the sheer opulence. Every piece was exquisite, making it impossible to choose. Finally, I settled on a Patek Philippe ladies‘ watch priced at over $20,000. Without hesitation, Nathan selected the matching men’s version.

He was really doing this, matching watches. A quiet laugh bubbled up inside me. Nathan was utterly transparent. His every little gesture screamed

devotion.

By the time we left, the sun had dipped low, casting long shadows across the pavilion. Nathan’s phone buzzed incessantly. Clearly, his responsibilities weren’t going to wait.

“Victoria, I need to head back to Hachester. When are you returning?” His reluctance was palpable.

I shrugged lightly. “I think I’ll stay in Shaville a few more days. You go ahead.”

“I wish I could stay too.” Frustration tinged his voice.

Focus on work.” I believed ambition was attractive in both men and women. Love was a luxury; obsession with it only led

heartache.

His gaze darkened, words hanging unspoken between

to say and what he wanted to do, so I softened the blow

“That’s not what I

did you mean?” I challenged, amusement dancing

“Okay. Fine. That’s

his car disappear down the tree–lined avenue before turning toward

line. “Ms. Murphy, there’s

myself to Jared’s temper. This was the advantage of financial independence. I didn’t need this job. Even if I never worked another day, my

executive returned, hesitant.

phone.” This needed to be

measured voice came through. “Work isn’t a game. Don’t act like a child bringing personal

matters.”

the one affecting my work, Mr. Holcomb. How

you won’t let personal issues dictate professional decisions.” His tone

out of my personal life?” I

spoke..