Chapter 272

The hallway outside.

Gordon stood at the door of the hospital ward, eyeing the two rows of guards standing in the corridor. Their uniform stance and stoic expressions, not to mention the intimidating aura they exuded, sent chills down his spine.

The door opened, military boots hitting the floor with a cold, crisp sound.

Bennett stepped out, adjusting his military cap and maintaining a stone–faced expression. Years of military discipline had taught him to mask his emotions in the presence of strangers.

“Salute!” The guards snapped to attention, saluting him.

“Let’s go.”

With a nonchalant command, Bennett swept past Gordon, followed by the guards.

The hallway fell silent once more.

Gordon watched Bennett’s retreating figure. His handsome and stern profile, his powerful and masculine charm, and his unpretentious demeanor had him, a grown man, utterly captivated.

He was faced with the stark reality of the chasm that existed between individuals.

Just as he was lost in his thoughts, Thaddeus emerged, walking with heavy steps and a shadowed look in his eyes

“Thaddeus, you shouldn’t push yourself. Given your current condition, you really shouldn’t leave the hospital prematurely!”

Gordon rushed over to support Thaddeus, only to be stubbornly pushed away. “I cannot. If I don’t return to the corporation, Frederic and Elspeth will become suspicious. They’ll use any excuse to undermine my authority. My hospitalization and injury must not be…”

Overcome by the stress and frustration of arguing with Bennett, Thaddeus, who had been holding back, finally broke into a fit of coughing.

The hollow sound echoed from his chest, sending fear and panic through Gordon. His heart ached at the sight, his eyes welling up with tears.

“Thaddeus, the corporation, the presidency, none of that is as important as your health!”

“Don’t worry, I won’t die. I’ve been through countless battles and injuries over the years. I’m still here, aren’t I?”

Thaddeus straightened up, taking a deep breath.

When he recalled Bennett’s harsh words about him disgracing the military, his eyes reddened slightly.

How unfair.

That evening, Evadne had booked a luxury suite at K Orld Hotel, preparing a feast of fine wine and food for Bennett.

Arnold, Aaron, and Nydia, who were all working and studying in Elmsworth, all rushed over. Siblings gathering together was always a joyful occasion, and the, atmosphere was incredibly lively.

Unfortunately, they had to say goodbye to Bennett as soon as they had welcomed him. Everyone was filled with regret at his departure, and Evadne couldn’t help, but tear up, drowning her sorrows in several glasses of wine.

Her emotions were a mix of happiness and frustration. Why did Thaddeus like her?

Was it because of the shared hardship they experienced on Misty Mountain, or did he feel some strange guilt after learning that she was the little girl he had saved thirteen years ago?

simply a fickle lover, shifting his affections from the delicate Acacia to her, a

at the corner of her mouth in

that deep.

Despicable old man!

you went back to the mountain to be a forest ranger again, and you even risked your life to save someone! You

devil! You’re going

sticking

away.

heard of dying for love, but dying for a sibling? That’s a first.” Aaron teased Arnold while stuffing a large piece of

but cover her

always quiet and reserved in front of her brothers. She almost spit out her drink when

Cassius patted her on the back while casually teasing Arnold. “Arnold, Evadne survived a great danger. Stop saying words like ‘little devil‘ and ‘scare

I’m just worried

Bennett, but he was not giving up,

gathering had turned into a

your life to save that person. Didn’t they present you with

later.” Evadne shrugged indifferently, continuously eating the shrimp that Bennett had peeled

his mouth with a napkin

in surprise. Evadne, with a shrimp in her mouth, exclaimed,

with Captain Sean of the Forest Park ranger team. He contacted me later and told me that the woman you saved had come øver in a wheelchair with her family two days ago. They presented a banner and wanted to thank you personally. Unfortunately, they didn’t

contacted Captain Sean? Does

Leo, whom you’ve always held in high regard, and Captain Sean are aware of your true

the Ashbourne family. They merely asked me to take care of you, as any brother should. They also mentioned that your donations to Misty Mountain Park over the years have been more than sufficient. Professor Leo has stored it all in the maintenance fund, and they really can’t spend it all. They appreciate your generosity, and you need not donate anymore. Lastly,

her lobster, pouting cutely

gaze, “Evadne, the fact that you’re the Ashbourne heiress shouldn’t be a secret. We don’t want it to be a secret either. After all, you’re our precious little sister, and Dad’s favorite. Even though some people know about your identity now, if you ever decide to take over the family business and assume my position, stepping into the public eye will be

that doesn’t

the sound of it, have I passed Emeric’s test? Can I leave the grassroots and join the

her mood, which had been spoiled by the annoying man, brightened

two goals: gaining a promotion, making much more wealth, and ‘killing‘ her husband. She had already accomplished the latter two, and it was time

a bit, “I know you’re eager, but don’t rush. Dad’s quite busy lately. Once he’s

family business. He only needs one word to get Evadne

help but comment, stuffing more steak into his mouth as

Evadne and Nydia were

his throat, “Ahem, Aaron, are you implying that it’s not as simple as Emeric saying

meant!” Aaron chuckled, not minding

a toast

picked up her wine glass, her cheeks flushed as she stood up, her sincerity

I love hearing that, cheers!” Evadne grinned, emptying

her

make a toast to Evadne! May all her dreams

their glasses, everyone in high spirits, and the atmosphere was warm and

sincere eyes of

ended in a warm

and Bennett hugged each other. They were laughing and joking during dinner, but now they were saying

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