When Love Becomes a Cage by Nora

Chapter 47

Chapter 47



There came the Patterson Group's anniversary party, a grand event that seemed designed to quash the swirling rumors. The company had even purchased several press releases, ready to go out, painting Clyde and me as the picture-perfect couple.

However, leading up to the event, I hadn't received the gown and emerald jewelry Clyde had promised. With no other choice, I returned home, where Clyde had kept his word. There was no need for remote gestures to receive a gown and jewelry this time.

I selected a cocktail dress I'd bought for our engagement but never had the chance to wear, deciding against any additional jewelry. The necklace Clyde gave me was enough.

When Clyde arrived at the Patterson Mansion to pick me up, his frown was inevitable. "Why are you dressed like that?"

He was wearing a modern suit, seemingly expecting it to match the gown he'd forgotten to give me. I didn't bother asking about it.

not keep everyone waiting," I said, linking

design by a renowned international designer intended for post-wedding festivities that never

at the event, whispers filled the air. Our outfits clashed dramatically with Clyde's in green, mine in burgundy. Yet,

mingled, a natural in social settings, while I excused myself, claiming to feel unwell. My pale, frail

was until Kayla arrived, drawing all eyes with her emerald gown and jewelry, making

seeing Clyde conversing across the room, oblivious to the unfolding drama. Was that his way of making a statement at the

I sipped my drink, pretending to ignore

"Melanie, you

to wear that? You know you're Mrs. Patterson, don't you?" she taunted, surrounded

from my outdated dress to the lack of proper jewelry, insinuating Clyde's favoritism

uninvited critics. "It seems some guests have forgotten their manners. Who dares insult my wife

surprised everyone, given the well-known

turned to Clyde.