Chapter 64

Evelyn smiled faintly. "Mr. Larkin, Mrs. Larkin made the arrangements, and I have no right to question them."

Warren's gaze lingered on her cool demeanor. "Evelyn, do you understand the significance of who I bring to the anniversary celebration this year? Why aren't you jealous?"

Evelyn calmly replied, "Mr. Larkin, as your mistress, I have no control over such matters. My role is solely to please you in bed. Anything beyond that is not within my purview, is it?"

Despite their gentle tone, each of her words felt like a thorn piercing Warren's heart.

As Warren embraced her, memories of Evelyn's jealousy flooded his mind.

He yearned for the spirited version of Evelyn he once knew, not this compliant one. He ruffled her hair gently and suggested, "Come with me to try on the outfits after work."

"Mr. Larkin, my dress is already chosen. You should accompany Ms. Sullivan instead," she said calmly.

"Evelyn, don't you think your father's health might deteriorate if he learns about our r