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.

|||

r

1/4

at the messages, Eileen felt

for her, it felt as if she were constantly being observed. She could even imagine

the point where she must report to him at any time or follow his every wish, and Eileen didn’t particularly

of the people around had already left one by one. Yvette had only made a brief appearance, going

as it grew late, Eileen prepared to

the hall had mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline was seeing off

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

overpowering and somewhat discomforting. 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, certainly not

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

Vera

have the time, feel free to join me for

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

slightly. “Of

Eric’s hand, left

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

eager not to miss any trace

2/1

his feelings too well, with joy and anger

Vera couldn’t even fathom his true

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

Eileen, who had just emerged from the main entrance. She really came!

each step with difficulty, supported

and awaited the start of the car. Seizing the opportunity,

head back, ma’am. My

on your way

Thank you,” Eileen replied with a

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

of an eye, a figure appeared in front of her, and she was now wearing

an overcoat.

Eileen looked up at the figure with surprised eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly. After a brief pause, she stammered, “W-What

and was cursing in frustration, so I couldn’t resist coming back to check on her, and to my surprise,

saw

Eileen hadn’t seen