Chapter 329

“Son! What a surprise to hear from you!”

Frederic’s face lit up instantly, his warm tone contrasting sharply with his usually aloof and dignified demeanor:

Thaddeus fluttered his long lashes.

In his memory, his father had never spoken to him with such paternal affection, nor had he ever referred to him affectionately as “son“.

Only in the presence of his elder brother did he genuinely act like a doting father. So, in Frederic’s heart, was Elspeth the only woman he loved, and his elder brother the only son he cherished?

The irony was palpable, yet Thaddeus could say nothing.

“Dad, how have you been feeling?” Chad’s deep voice came over the line.

Chad’s voice was distinctive, resonating from his chest, clear even from a distance.

“I’m doing well, son. And you? How’s your health? Everything going smoothly? Any relapses?” Frederic had flown to the States last year to visit his eldest son but had been too tied up this year to make another trip.

“I’m fine. Don’t worry.”

Chad paused, then asked with concern, “I heard Thaddeus got hurt and is in the hospital. How is he? Is it serious?”

Thaddeus frowned slightly.

He didn’t resent his brother’s concern. It was just unexpected that his brother, who hadn’t returned to Elmsworth for over a decade and lived abroad, was aware of his current situation.

Frederic explained, “Thaddeus just had major surgery. He was unconscious for a few days, but he’s awake now.”

Chad asked, “Are you at the hospital to see Thaddeus?”

“Yes, your grandfather and I are in his room.”

“Could you pass the phone to Thaddeus? I’d like to speak with him.”

Frederic complied and walked over to hand the phone to Thaddeus. “Your brother wants to speak with you.”

Thaddeus hesitated before accepting the phone, holding it up to his ear. “Chad.”

“Thaddeus, I heard about your injury and I’m quite concerned. I wish I could fly back to see you.” Chad’s voice was filled with concern.

“Chad, I’m fine. You shouldn’t have to endure a long flight for my sake.”

Thaddeus managed a small smile, trying to reassure him. “I’m doing fine now. There’s nothing to worry about.”

“Your surgery was performed by Miss Evadne, wasn’t it?”

Thaddeus was taken aback. “Yes.”

“I know, Miss Evadne is my sister–in–law. You two divorced this year, but I didn’t expect her to put aside past disagreements to operate on you. Miss Evadne is truly forgiving and generous.”

Even though you two can’t be husband and wife anymore, given her noble character and kindness, you should still maintain a cordial relationship with her.” Chad’s voice held a hint of regret.

Thaddeus’s lips tightened.

His brother, though living abroad, seemed to know everything about his life.

had. I brought this on myself, and I owe her so much.” Thaddeus clenched his fist, his eyes filled with determination, “But I’ve made up my mind to win Evadne back, no matter what it takes. My wife, in the past, was Evadne. In the future,

Frederic was taken aback!

resolute in spending his life entangled with the

women in the world, she was, after all, just

on the other hand, was extremely excited, slapping Thaddeus on the back so vigorously that

chuckle and words of encouragement. “Good, it’s great that you have this mindset. I wish you

you, Chad.” Thaddeus responded

the phrase “successful

bright and friendly. “Chad! How’s life overseas? I hear the beaches there are stunning. When are you going to invite me over for a

no matter how great it is

replied with a gentle laugh, “Grandpa, you’re getting on in years, and the journey is long. I wouldn’t want you to tire yourself out. Perhaps, before long, when my health improves a

no outward sign of his

back, that would

concern, “But don’t push yourself. I know about your

I won’t hold it against you. I can always come and visit you. It’s just a matter of a few

a little

back? Is that true?” Frederic’s eyes

could respond, Mr. Murray knocked and entered

Miss Evadne. Mr. Jareth and

Marilla is here

was taken aback, and before he could say anything else, Evadne

was firmly

they were

hid timidly behind the man, her pale face blushing

together, feeling a bit annoyed

clearly smitten with each other, and she couldn’t play the

what is this?”

tight and the shock in his heart was no joke. “Uncle Frederic.” Jareth’s smile

The crowd was stunned.

on her coffee, staring at

a surprise. It was far too

hand that was entwined with Marilla’s, and

are in love. We are mutually attracted. I’m deeply in love with your daughter. My feelings

facepalmed. Who taught him such

it anymore. She squeezed

person in the past, but I promise to be a good man, a good husband, for Marilla! I will treat her well, even better than Thaddeus treats Ms. Evadne. I swear on my life! I will give her happiness that all women in the world would envy! I love Marilla, please let me marry her!” Jareth was so nervous. He squeezed Marilla’s hand so hard it turned red, his

at Jareth, who was using Thaddeus as a

at him and thought, “Better than me treating Evadne? You

much in one breath, his expression was stiff, his speech

was clear that he had been holding this in for

thought, “Poor kid,

don’t doubt your intentions.”

more than thirty years, was almost overwhelmed by this

“Thaddeus!”

her clear eyes, “Jareth said your head was injured. How are

stroked his sister’s face, softly saying, “It doesn’t hurt anymore. Your

his woman’s face being touched. Even though Thaddeus was her brother, he felt

“That’s good.”

Thaddeus‘ side? Can you take care of him until he is discharged from the hospital? With you by his side, he will

trembled. She bit her

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