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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messages, Eileen felt

sender’s concern, for her, it felt as if she were constantly being observed. She could even imagine the tone and expression Jasper would

where she must report to him at any

by one. Yvette had only made a brief appearance,

as it

it approached eleven o’clock, the crowd in the hall had mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline was seeing off guests at the door.

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

However, this perfume happened to be the birthday gift that Gavin had. chosen for Yvette-a limited edition for the year, with a set costing over a thousand,

his wristwatch, his 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

fine, Vera

to join me for a meal. It’s getting late… I should

casting a glance at Vera without uttering a word. “All right then! I’ll come find you after school

man nodded slightly. “Of

onto Eric’s hand, left the banquet hall with

hem of her skirt, bringing a quick chill. She wrapped herself tighter in the

scrutinized him closely, eager not to miss any

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feelings too well, with joy and anger never showing.

Vera couldn’t even fathom

overthink it; get in the car.” He

Vera observed him, she also spotted Eileen, who had

Eileen took each step with difficulty, supported by a housekeeper

circled around to the front of the car, settled into the driver’s seat, and awaited the start of the car. Seizing the opportunity, Vera pressed the window button,

saying, “You can head back, ma’am.

careful on your way

Eileen

coat remained in Alan’s car. Shivering in the cold wind, she hugged

appeared in

an overcoat.

thick, black coat enveloped her. Eileen looked up at the figure with surprised eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly.

I couldn’t resist coming back to check on her, and to my surprise, I found

he saw everything.

Eileen hadn’t