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.

said, linking my arm

was extravagant, a custom design by a renowned international designer

outfits clashed dramatically with Clyde's in green, mine in burgundy.

settings, while I excused myself, claiming to

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

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

my drink, pretending to ignore the surrounding murmurs, Kayla

"Melanie,

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

from my outdated dress to the lack of

the uninvited critics. "It seems some guests have forgotten

everyone, given the well-known strains in our

tears welling up, Kayla turned