Rebirth of the Wife in Despair by Tess Munoz

Chapter 97 What It Means To Like Someone

Eileen used to be ruthless and willful, often leading the bullying of others. However, with the arrival of Elm, she gradually found herself isolated and oppressed, becoming the one

subjected to bullying.

Eileen acknowledged her wrongdoing. She couldn’t justify her past actions, nor could she find the words to explain.

Overall, this banquet was far from enjoyable.

Even if her connection with Yvette was only superficial, whether she leveraged her relationship to get close to Eric or played matchmaker for Yvette and Eric, using her departure from Eric and the Swan family to her advantage-none of it mattered.

Eileen still wanted to maintain this relationship.

As the sky darkened and the temperature dropped, her shawl was no longer sufficient to ward off the chill. Eileen had the Friedman family’s housekeeper fetch another bottle of safflower oil, which she used to massage her ankles. It took over half an hour for the swelling to finally subside.

At that moment, someone approached. “Miss, is this your phone?”

“Yes, it is. Could you please put it on the table for me? It’s rather inconvenient for me right

now.

The housekeeper noted, “Your phone has been ringing non-stop.”

“Got it.” Eileen’s dress lacked pockets, making it inconvenient to carry a phone. Typically, phones would be stored in the deposit box at the entrance when they arrived.

Eileen was curious about who would call her at this hour.

Wiping her hands, she picked up her phone just as the call came through again. She chose not to answer, allowing it to disconnect automatically.

More messages followed.

Why haven’t you gone back yet?

Is your foot feeling any better?

Do you

need me to send Fabian to pick you up?

Eileen… return the message.

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the messages,

the sender’s concern, for her, it felt as if she were constantly being observed.

report to him at any time or follow his every wish, and Eileen didn’t particularly like

one by one. Yvette had only made a brief appearance,

as it grew late, Eileen prepared

eleven o’clock, the crowd in the hall had mostly dispersed,

I won’t hold a grudge about what happened last time. But if you’re free, how about

girl wore the latest high-end perfume of the year, its scent overpowering and somewhat discomforting. However, this perfume happened to be the birthday gift that Gavin had. chosen

eyes as deep and inscrutable as a bottomless abyss, devoid of any emotion. “As long as you’re pleased, Ms. Friedman,” he replied. Noticing Vera covering her mouth and yawning out of the corner

Vera responded.

“Ms. Friedman, whenever you have the time, feel free to join me for a meal. It’s getting late… I should

come find you after school tomorrow. Remember, you promised to treat me to a meal, so not backing

slightly. “Of

onto Eric’s hand, left the

wrapped herself tighter in the

to miss any trace of emotion on his face.

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with joy and anger never showing.

couldn’t even fathom

replied, “Don’t overthink it; get in the

also spotted Eileen, who had just emerged from

step with difficulty, supported by

of the car, settled into the driver’s seat, and awaited the start of the car. Seizing the opportunity, Vera pressed the window

thanked the housekeeper, saying, “You can head back, ma’am. My driver’s just around

careful on your way back.”

Thank you,” Eileen replied with

Alan’s car. Shivering in the cold wind, she hugged herself and stared at her own toes.

in the blink of an eye, a figure appeared in front of her, and she

an overcoat.

Eileen looked up at the figure with surprised eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly. After a

on her, and to my surprise, I found her shivering in the cold by the roadside.” His gentle

he saw

Eileen hadn’t seen him.