Housewife Gone Wild

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Nathan let out a self–deprecating laugh. “Jared’s your ex–husband and a sharp businessman. We actually have a lot in common. Now that we’re both just passersby in your life, we’ve got even more to talk about.”

I felt my cheeks burn with embarrassment and forced a laugh. “If you guys want to talk business, fine, but leave me out of your conversations from now on.”

“We weren’t talking behind your back or anything,” Nathan said quickly, thinking I was mad at them for gossiping. “We were just curious about what kind of future you might have.”

“Thanks, but you really don’t need to worry about me,” I said, picking up my fork and going back to my meal. “I’ve got my own plans.”

“Victoria,” Nathan said, trying to persuade me, “if work ever feels too much, you really don’t have to keep at it. The company dividends from now on will be more than enough for you to live comfortably.”

“I can’t do that,” I replied. “I actually enjoy being busy–it makes me feel fulfilled.”

Nathan suddenly laughed. “I always thought you weren’t the type to chase after powerful men. Looks like I misjudged you.”

“Chasing power?” I arched a brow. “You think I broke up with you just because Ryan’s family has more influence?”

it. I’m not saying that’s a

but honestly, there was no point in dodging the topic. Chasing strength is normal–no one wants to struggle if they

family is definitely more powerful,” I said, “but I’m not after anything big. I never planned on marrying

stared at me for a moment, then let out a laugh. “So Ryan’s just another passerby in your

ways to live a life,” I said, lowering my gaze with a wry smile. “Life has so many dimensions—no single right answer. If you get hung up on chasing some perfect ending, you’re

Nathan said, his voice full of meaning, “are you saying the one I’m waiting for might come back

at him, in

told him to move on and find someone else, he still

you say things like that, it really puts a lot of pressure on me,” I said, frustrated by how stubborn he was. “And how long do you plan to wait? What if we only meet

looking and waiting at the same time. No

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what I mean?”

do,” Nathan replied, then with a teasing smirk, added, “Even Mr. Holcomb is still waiting for you. Maybe I should just get in

me,” I said, biting my lip.

his head with a wry smirk. “Trust me, men can read each other best. Jared might not

us,” I said

said, sounding almost a little jealous. “That

second, then said, “Honestly, I’ve put most of my money into your company. That ties me to you even