Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

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

me to send Fabian

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messages, Eileen felt

might feel touched by the sender’s 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

hadn’t reached 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 upstairs and not

her feet into her shoes as

mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline was seeing off guests

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

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

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

Vera

Friedman, whenever you have the time, feel free to join me for a meal.

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

nodded slightly.

left the

quick chill. She wrapped herself tighter in the coat Eric had given her. “Eric… why do

closely, eager not to miss any trace of emotion on

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well, with joy and

couldn’t even fathom his true

coolly replied, “Don’t overthink it; get in the car.” He opened the passenger door.

observed him, she also spotted Eileen, who had just emerged from the main

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

the front of the car, settled into the driver’s seat, and awaited the start of the car. Seizing the opportunity, Vera

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

be careful on your way

Thank you,” Eileen replied

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

an overcoat.

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

walking and was cursing in frustration, so I couldn’t resist coming back to check on her, and to my surprise, I found her shivering in the cold by the