The Wrong Woman

At the dining table, Imogen ate silently, her mind tangled with conflicting emotions.

She knew she didn't deserve Jasper. Yet, like anyone, she was drawn to beautiful things and captivated by remarkable people. She, too, desired wealth and power.

Her feelings for Jasper were genuine. But he was too dazzling, making her feel unworthy, timid, and afraid to entertain any thoughts about him.

It reminded her of middle school-feeling infatuated but overwhelmed by fear, uncertainty, and insecurity. Rejection and avoidance were the only strategies she knew.

After breakfast, Jasper offered to drive her to work, but she declined. Helpless, Jasper let her be, allowing her to do whatever made her comfortable.

After a long day at work, Imogen returned home in the evening. She was surprised to find several maids in the house. They greeted her respectfully when they saw her. "Good evening, Madam." Imogen felt uneasy and overwhelmed by the formal atmosphere. She cautiously responded before quickly retreating to her room.

Just as she entered her room, her phone rang. It was Carol calling.

Carol's excited and shocked voice came through, "Imogen, did you know? Zoey's degree has been revoked!

even offered you an opportunity for an exchange study at the academy."

she asked anxiously,

Whoever handled it did so effortlessly. It seems her parents were also punished!" Carol

the maids greeting someone. It seemed that Jasper had returned. She quickly said goodbye to Carol, hung up

she heard Jasper asking the maids, "Where's

room, sir," one of the maids replied politely. "Dinner is ready. Would you like to dine

yet. I'll wait

the maid

as he ascended the stairs. Imogen, hearing him approach, quickly shut the door and returned to

upon. Imogen stood up the moment Jasper opened

ready. Let's go eat,"

to greet him but