Chasing His Runaway Wife by Jamie Stones

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Exerting every ounce of her willpower, Naomi managed to quell the jealousy welling up in her eyes, presenting a gentle and pleasantly surprised smile.

Naomi then reached out and picked up the ring, saying sweetly, “Malcolm, I wish to choose this one.”

It didn’t matter if she couldn’t get her hands on Lone Star’s Tear, as the ring could still show her elevated status.

After the auction ended, Tabitha stayed home to recuperate and seldom left the house.

By the time of the charity gala, half of the injuries on her back had healed, allowing her to don a perfectly fitting evening gown.

Alaric had personally arranged the reservation of several evening gowns from overseas, allowing Tabitha to choose freely.

The makeup artist gasped upon hearing the price of those dresses.

As an elite makeup artist, she often provided makeup services to the ladies of the upper–class society. While aware that the Sinclair family was among the most prominent in Xosa’s high society, she had no idea that Tabitha was so highly regarded within the household.

While Tabitha selected her gown, Alaric remained beside her, offering gentle reminders. “Given your delicate health, I’ve informed the organizers to be mindful of the air conditioning temperature, ensuring you won’t catch a chill.”

He then continued saying, “Put aside those high–heeled shoes for now, as the heels are too high, and your feet might get sore. You’re pregnant, so you should pick another pair with lower heels. I’ve arranged for the kitchen staff to prepare some food for you. Have some before heading out.

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In that case, you don’t have to worry about going hungry even if the banquet menu doesn’t suit your taste.”

Malcolm, who was compelled to accompany her, maintained a stoic expression the entire time. However, he couldn’t help but furrow his brow upon hearing this.

He was once again puzzled by Alaric’s love for Tabitha.

Tabitha smiled helplessly as she said, “Grandpa, I’m just attending a gala.”

then turned around and glared at Malcolm, warning, “You must take good care of Tabby tonight. I will hold you

hand, could only respond with restrained patience.

Tabitha picked out a long dark blue dress.

skin, and the deep blue dress complimented her, lending her an radiant complexion. Her snow–like skin resembled a mermaid from the deep sea, enchanting and other–wordly. It

in thought, was briefly entranced, and his typically blue eyes

began working on Tabitha’s makeup

help but exclaim, “Mrs. Sinclair, you have such wonderful skin, and your facial features are beautiful as well.”

almost impossible to spot any pores on Tabitha’s face. On

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eyes were pristine and clear, leaving one in awe of their

graciously accepted the compliment, saying, “Thank you.”

artist. As a woman, she found herself nearly

makeup and styling, the makeup artist found it nearly impossible

Still, she dared guarantee that none of those actresses, who proclaimed themselves the most beautiful of all, could match up to Tabitha’s beauty. Tonight, Tabitha would undoubtedly become the most

Malcolm’s constant stern expression, ignoring hist strikingly handsome and

couple, others might find themselves relegated to

Afterward, he instructed Malcolm to accompany

excessive favoritism toward Tabitha, Malcolm’s temper softened, and

from Alaric’s observant eyes, the faint smile on Tabitha’s face faded.

indicating a clear

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turned somber when he noticed

to give it away. He hesitated and withdrew his

nowadays. Even if I humble myself

had nothing to say to each other, and they

was held at

by Saul, Naomi arrived at

in the air. Naomi, fond of such occasions, spoke cheerfully to Saul. “I’ll wait for Malcolm

all, if anyone inquired about it later, she didn’t

mere assistant who had escorted her in.

well–proportioned figure. Along with her delicate makeup, she exuded quite a charming and alluring