Housewife Gone Wild by Thanddeus Embereley novel Chapter 77

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Chapter 77

Jared’s eyes were bloodshot, like a wild animal ready to lash out. He stared right at me, but inside, I felt calm as a still lake.

I knew he was mad because I stopped caring about the family, I had my temper, and I no longer tried to please him like

before.

But I wasn’t born to be a doormat. I didn’t want to start arguing big philosophical points with him, because whether I won or lost, it would only prove our marriage was falling apart.

In my previous life, I had been a jealous wife, a shrew, a bitter woman. In this life, I just wanted to live with dignity.

“Honey, I know it’s tough to support the family. I didn’t work before, so I didn’t understand how hard it was out there. Now I do.

“So from now on, don’t spend so much money on me. I want to learn to support myself,” I said lightly, like a flirty girl who could leave him anytime.

Jared waited for me to get all teary and say sorry. But I stayed cool and distant. His anger melted away instantly.

We’d been married for over thirty years. I knew him well. His upbringing wouldn’t let him lose control or act impulsively. So he didn’t argue. He just sat down on the couch, looking dark and brooding.

Jared’s brow tightened. He was testing me with a joking tone to see if he still had control. Smart people loved messing with idiots for fun.

“Yes. We’re married. I wouldn’t let you leave empty–handed,” Jared said, clearly wanting to drop the subject. He stood and headed for the door.

“Honey, when I picked you, I knew I was right,” I smiled at him. “As for where I’d go after divorce, Hachester isn’t where I was born. I don’t know anyone here except Melissa. I’d just go back home, or Braylin. My brother’s studying there.”

My words stopped Jared in his tracks. He turned to look at me, but only pressed his lips tightly and walked out.

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