Gregory had given away 20 million to Natalie just like that, while hathea had only managed to negotiate for ten million from him after becoming his wife.
Clearly, Gregory’s generosity had nothing to do with titles. It all depended on whether he cared.
At that moment, Anathea finally understood why he’d made her his wife.
He wanted a wife who would listen and cooperate with his act and, at the same time, a lover who truly connected with him, someone soft and understanding.
Legitimacy had its function, while secrecy had its thrill. How thorough of him.
It was ridiculous to think that Anathea had actually believed all his recent behavior might have meant he was starting to care
about her.
Pressing her lips together, she kept her composure and was about to leave.
But Natalie stepped in front of her, her voice tinged with mockery.” Anathea, don’t think that just because Greg announced you as his wife in public that you’re the only one for him.
“In their circle, marriages in name are everywhere, especially for rich and powerful men like Greg. There’s no way they’d only
have one woman.”
Natalie was right. Anathea had seen it herself. It was an unspoken rule among wives of the elite. After a few years of marriage, the husband would get bored and start seeking excitement elsewhere.
The wives would just turn a blind eye because their marriages had already bound them together in shared interests. If one rose, they both did. If one fell, they both suffered.
That was why some wives would even personally step in to manage their husbands‘ scandals or actively help find them new
lovers.
Anathea had naively thought Gregory bringing her back meant he was starting to treat her differently.
But now, it was obvious that even if he’d announced their marriage, she would have to face the same experience other wealthy wives went through.
Gregory didn’t care about her. That was why he’d put her in this position–so she could handle this kind of thing. The one he did care about–Natalie–only had to stay by his side and enjoy his love and affection.
For a moment, Anathea’s eyes were filled with a cold, cutting realization.
Thankfully, she no longer had any hope for Gregory. So, when Natalie tried to provoke her, she simply curled her lips into a faint
smile.
She said calmly, “You’re right, Ms. Whitman. One woman will never be enough for a man like Gregory. But no matter how many he has, he only has one wife, and that’s me.”
Natalie was stupefied, not expecting the always–silent Anathea to actually snap back at her. And not just once.
“Sure, Gregory spoils you now, throwing millions your way. But technically, the money in that card is part of our shared marital assets. I have the legal right to demand back every cent he’s ever spent on you, including what you spend on that ring today.”
Natalie’s brows knit together, her expression souring. When had Anathea become so sharp–tongued?
Watching Natalie instinctively hide the ring behind her back, Anathea smiled. “Don’t be nervous. It’s just a ring. If you really like it, consider it a gift from me.”
Anathea sounded as though she were tossing a coin to a beggar on the street.
Natalie’s face darkened immediately. “Anathea! You-”
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“Please call me Mrs. Sinclair,” Anathea cut her off without a hin
The words caught in Natalie’s throat. She met Anathea’s cold, in
people. gaze of someone in power looking down on
Natalie swallowed hard.
After the payment was processed, the staff returned with the bla
But before she could hand it to Natalie, Anathea reached out her!
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“Please call me Mrs. Sinclair,” Anathea cut her off without a hint of politeness.
The words caught in Natalie’s throat. She met Anathea’s cold, indifferent eyes. That look was so much like Gregory’s. It was the gaze of someone in power looking down on people.
Natalie swallowed hard.
After the payment was processed, the staff returned with the black card.
But before she could hand it to Natalie, Anathea reached out her hand. “I’ll take that.”
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