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

to send Fabian to pick

return the message.

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at the messages, Eileen felt

her, it felt as if she were constantly being observed. She

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

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

feet into her shoes as it grew

the crowd in the hall had mostly

grudge about what happened last time. But if you’re free, how about treating me to a meal tomorrow? What do you say…

its scent overpowering and somewhat discomforting. However, this perfume happened to be the birthday gift that Gavin had. chosen for Yvette-a limited edition for the year, with a set costing over a thousand, certainly

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 yawning out of the corner of his eye, he

fine, Vera

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

“All right then! I’ll come find you after school tomorrow.

nodded slightly. “Of course.”

left the banquet

herself tighter in the coat Eric had given her. “Eric… why do I get the feeling that she

closely, eager not to miss any trace of emotion on his face. But

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well, with joy and

Vera couldn’t even fathom his

“Don’t overthink it; get in the

Eileen, who had just emerged from the main

took each step with difficulty, supported by a

around to the front of the car, settled into the driver’s seat, and awaited the start

housekeeper, saying, “You can head

careful on your way back.”

right. Thank you,” Eileen

the cold wind, she hugged herself

the blink of an eye, a figure appeared in front of her, and she

an overcoat.

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

resist 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

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