The Cherished Wife

Meanwhile, Suzy had spent several days at Cody's suburban villa. During this time, she turned off her phone, avoided all social media platforms, and essentially cut herself off from the outside world. She did not even dare to turn on the television, fearing that once she did, the unbearable images would flood her mind and overwhelm her.

In just a few short days, Suzy tormented herself to the point of becoming almost unrecognizable. She despised Winter, but at the same time, she felt utterly helpless.

On several occasions, she even contemplated ending her life, no longer wanting to face the world. However, the thought of dying while Winter continued to live well made her reluctant to give up.

Annie was the most frequent and only visitor who knew Suzy's whereabouts during these days. She came almost every morning, noon, and night but never stayed for long. Suzy knew Annie meant well, but she did not want to see anyone, not even Annie. On the fifth day of Suzy's self-imposed isolation, Annie arrived at Cody's villa once again.

Seeing the mess everywhere, a flash of impatience crossed Annie's face, followed by a deep sense of helplessness.

up. When she could find Suzy in the living room, she went upstairs. Sure enough, she found Suzy

was staring blankly at nothing in particular, unaware of Annie's

of mind. After all, not long ago, she

her innocence was not taken away, so their experiences were not entirely the same. Annie approached Suzy while carrying some food. Noticing Suzy's vacant eyes, she set the food aside and crouched down in front of her, waving her hand. "Suzy, I'm here!" Annie

back

of a reaction, as if it had become routine. She merely raised her eyes slightly and muttered, "Oh, you're

brought your favorite foods, Suzy. Come eat!" Annie opened the various food containers. "My mom made all this. There's pork sandwiches, hand-pulled chicken,

have something to tell you," Annie said, looking excited. "Come on. Eat up, then take a shower, and I'll take you out!" "Out?" Suzy's eyes widened at those words. She strongly resisted the idea. "Go out for what? To

mere mention of it made Suzy's emotions