Chapter 6
Yasir paused for a bear before continuing. “Nevin mentioned that everyone in town knows Yvonne got kicked out of the room on her wedding night. You’ve been gone for a year, and now you come back with another woman. Do you think people will go easy on her!”
Hayden stayed quiet. He hadn’t known what Nevin had done. So, Yvonne was seeking a divorce because of this?‘ he wondered, remembering the resolute expression on Yvonne’s face from the night before, and a flicker of unease rippled through his usually composed eyes.
Yasir didn’t intend to press the matter further. He casually added, “It’s about time we got going. The party’s kicking off soon.”
Hayden nodded, stood up, and left.
Since returning from the Parker residence, I had been standing at the doorstep of Rosy House, the place I’d moved into after marrying Hayden.
The estate sprawled over 600,000 square feet, featuring pavilions, terraces, rockeries, and ponds. The rose grove in the backyard was especially lovely, bursting with countless roses in May, which had given the estate its niante
Once, I had thought I would live here forever, but in just a year, it had turned into a cage I wanted to escape.
As I steeled myself to step inside, the boiler. Rita Linton, approached with a retinue of servants, “Mrs. Parker, it’s time to change your clothes. The dinner party is about to start.”
“Dinner party?” I inquired instinctively, a wave of bewilderment washing over me
“Mr. Parker informed us of a gathering tonight and requested your presence. Your attire has arrived, and the car is on standby Rita responded with deference.
Now in clicked. Hayden had just returned to the country, so he had to attend many social gatherings. These events were usually organized by the elle, so he needed to bring me, his wife in name. Otherwise, he’d probably have taken Joanna instead.
“I’m feeling a bit tired. Just tell him to take someone else,” I replied calmly, choosing to give Hayden and Joanna their monen
Rita looked taken aback. After a brief pause, she sincerely advised. “You’ve been waiting for Mr. Hayden Parker for so long, and now that he’s finally returned, you should seize this chance.”
y throat tightened–winning Hayden’s heart wasn’t just about wanting it let out a bitter smile, preparing to decline again.
My
Rita persisted, “Tonight’s party includes an auction. Why not take a look at the jewelry? There might be paintings, and even a Steinway piano”
“A piano?” I vaguely remembered my mother mentioning a piano being auctioned off before she passed. Could this be the very same one? “Yes, Mr Parker. With your stunning looks, If you dress up, you’ll outshine the other woman, Rita said, her voice brimming with enthusiasm.
My expression froze, and she quickly caught her ship. I mean, Mr. Farker will surely be pleased to see you” she corrected herself, trying to smooth over the moment.
Perhaps it was because I’d always tailored to Hayden’s tastes that Rita seemed so anxious now. But I had no intention of explaining that my feelings for Hayden were a thing of the past.
I glanced at the dress held by the servant behind her–a light, off–shoulder evening gown in a moonlit hue. i was the epitome of simple elegance, exactly what Hayden preferred.
Everyone in the city knew he had a cool, detached demeanor, favoring styles that were simple, elegant, and had an otherworldly charm, Unfortunately, after a decade of dressing up in the styles he loved, I still hadn’t won his heart.
Suddenly, frustration welled up inside me. This one won’t do. Go fetch some more vibrant evening dresses,” I said, my voice ley. Why was I still dressing to impress Hayden? It was time to be true to myself
“Mrs. Parker, you,” Rita hesitated, her voice trailing off as if she couldn’t believe her ears.
“If we don’t hustle, we’ll miss the party,” I reminded her, Only then did she quickly turn and take the servants upstairs.
Half an hour later, I slid into the car, rocking a stunning bright red off–shoulder evening gown With a smooth purr of the engine, we pulled away, leaving the servants staring in surprise.
At the entrance, I spotted Hayden leading Joanna inside from a distance. She wore a flowing white dress, looking like an angel. She occasionally
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turned to talk to Hayden, her smile radiant and cheerful, while he stood next to her like a knight.
Honestly, they seemed like they were made for each other. I stood there, watching quietly, a pang shooting through my chest. If Hayden had Joanna on his arm, why did he extend an invite to me? Was it just to embarrass me?
“Yvonne, you actually came! Hayden already has a date. Why are you shamelessly here to join the fun?” A voice dripped with mockery cut through the air.
I turned around to see Nevin’s smug face. “Did you tell Rita to send me over?” I narrowed my eyes, sizing him up.
“What did you expect? Did you think Hayden would bring you? Stop dreaming. He would never fall for a schemer like you. Nevin laughed triumphantly.
It clicked–Nevin was playing a revenge game. Alright then, if that was how he wanted to play, I wasn’t about to sit on my hands. Without wasting any words, I whipped out my phone and punched in a number.
“Jamie? It’s Yvonne,” I said with a chilling smile. “Regarding what Nevin did to you earlier, you’re good to go ahead and sue him whenever you’re ready.”
Instantly, Nevins fare darkened. He lunged for my phone, bellowing, “Yvonne, have you lost your mind? End the call now!
I stepped back, evading his hand, and hung up after hearing a faint response from Jamie Lewis. Then, I turned to Nevin and said in a cold tone, “I told you before, don’t mess with me”
Nevin was furious, practically exploding with rage. “How dare you let Jamie sur me? Hayden won’t stand for this.”
“Then you’d better hope Jamie will let you go first. You stole his girlfriend and broke some of his bones. Get ready to spend a long time in jail,” I sneered. Without another glance in his direction, I walked toward the party hall
Yvonne Jackson‘ You crazy woman! Nevin’s shouts echoed behind me, but they didn’t slow my pace.
Crazy woman! This was just the beginning, and it would only get crazier from here. A cold smile crept onto my lips, and just as I took a few more steps, a man suddenly blocked my path,
“You’re Yvonne? You don’t seem to match the rumors the man remarked, his voice a deep, captivating rumble.
“And you are?” I raised an eyebrow and asked.
He stood there with his hands clasped behind his back, his tall silhouette angled away from me, obscuring his face. The cut of his finely tailored. high–end suit screamed money and power, hinting that he was a heavyweight.
Not to toot my own horn, but I knew almost every powerful figure in this city. Still, this guy was a complete stranger to me.
He turned around, and his long eyebrows showed a hint of disappointment. You don’t recognize me
I gently shook my head, confused.
“Never mind,” he said with a soft sigh. “Just remember, my name is Marlon Warner”
I was stunned—he was from the Warner family, the ones rumored to have built their wealth through shady dealings? But they were known for being discreet and typically avoided large gatherings. So, what was Marlon doing talking to me?
“And what brings you to me?” I inquired, striving to keep my composure.
I heard you want Nevin to go to jail?” Marlon raised an eyebrow, looking amused. “It’s said you’re smutten with Hayden. Nevin’s his baby brother, and are you really ready to pull the trigger on that!“
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