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

Fabian

return the message.

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at the messages,

concern, for her, it felt as if she were constantly being observed. She could even imagine the tone and expression Jasper would have when saying these words to

the point where she must report to him at any time or follow his every

by one. Yvette had only made a brief appearance, going upstairs and

feet into her shoes as it grew

the hall had mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline was seeing off

really appreciate your gift. Considering the gift, I won’t hold a grudge about what happened last time. But if

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

you’re pleased, Ms. Friedman,” he replied. Noticing Vera covering her mouth and yawning out

fine, Vera responded.

you have the time, feel free to join me for a meal. It’s getting late… I should take Vera

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

nodded slightly. “Of course.”

hand, left the banquet hall with him.

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

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his feelings too well, with joy and

couldn’t even fathom his true thoughts.

get in the car.” He opened the

she also spotted Eileen, who had just emerged from the

along. Eileen took each step with difficulty, supported by a housekeeper at her side.

the driver’s seat, and awaited the start of

thanked the housekeeper, saying, “You can head back, ma’am. My driver’s just

on your way back.”

right. Thank you,” Eileen replied with a

wind, she

blink of an eye, a figure appeared in front of her,

an overcoat.

the figure with surprised eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly. After a brief pause, she stammered, “W-What are you

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

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