Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 97

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

send Fabian to pick you

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messages, Eileen

it felt as if she were constantly being observed. She could even imagine the tone and expression

him at any time or follow his every wish, and Eileen didn’t

Yvette had only made a brief appearance, going upstairs and not

as it grew late,

hall had mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline was seeing off guests

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

this perfume happened to be the birthday gift that Gavin had. chosen

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 and

Vera responded.

me for a meal. It’s getting late… I should take Vera home now. Excuse

word. “All right then! I’ll come find you after school tomorrow. Remember, you promised to treat me to a meal, so

slightly.

onto Eric’s hand, left the banquet hall with

gentle breeze lifted the hem of her skirt, bringing a quick chill. She wrapped herself tighter in the coat Eric had given her. “Eric… why do I get the feeling that she likes you?”

closely, eager not to miss any trace

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with joy and anger never

Vera couldn’t even fathom his

overthink it; get in

also spotted Eileen, who had just emerged from the main entrance.

each step with difficulty, supported

awaited the start of the car. Seizing the opportunity, Vera pressed the window button, closing

the housekeeper, saying, “You can head back, ma’am.

be careful on your way back.”

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,

an overcoat.

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

coming back to check on her, and to my surprise, I found her shivering in the cold by the roadside.” His gentle amber eyes regarded her as if

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