Trophy Wife
She couldn't shake the feeling that her life was a lie, that she was trapped in a marriage that was suffocating her.
As the evening drew to a close, Julian took Rory's hand and led her out of the ballroom. "I'm so proud of you, Rory," he said, his voice low and husky. "You're always so poised and elegant. You're the perfect wife."
Rory felt a surge of resentment at his words. Perfect wife? Was that all she was to him? A trophy to be displayed and admired?
But she pushed the feelings aside and smiled up at Julian. "Thank you, darling," she said, her voice dripping with sweetness. "You're always so charming and handsome. You're the perfect husband."
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