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.

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

Frederic was taken aback!

was resolute in

to many women in the world, she was, after all, just a woman. Was it worth it

said! Well said indeed!” Hamilton, on the other hand, was extremely excited, slapping Thaddeus

the phone, followed by a chuckle and words of encouragement. “Good, it’s great that

Chad.” Thaddeus responded

reason, the phrase “successful reunion” made him

hear the beaches there are stunning. When are

it is overseas, it’s

the journey is long. I wouldn’t want you to tire yourself out. Perhaps, before

no outward sign of his feelings, but his heart tightened

Good! If you can come back, that would be wonderful. We’d

don’t push yourself. I know about your health

I won’t hold it against you. I can always come and visit you. It’s just a matter of a few hours, especially with a private jet.

grandson chatted a little longer

back? Is

could respond, Mr. Murray knocked

Frederic, Miss Evadne. Mr.

Marilla is here too?”

anything

hand was

as if they were making a

behind the man, her pale

had watched them walk in together, feeling a bit annoyed but unable to

smitten with each other, and she couldn’t play

is this?”

beautiful figures, their fingers tightly interlocked. It was so tight and the shock in his heart

The crowd was stunned.

almost choked on her coffee, staring at

past, the Fairhaven family would call Frederic as Mr. Frederic. “Uncle Frederic” came as a surprise. It was far too intimate from the usual. Frederic’s entire body tensed,

lifted the hand that was entwined with Marilla’s, and voiced out the speech he

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

and Thaddeus both facepalmed. Who taught him such

stop. It’s embarrassing.” Marilla couldn’t stand it anymore. She squeezed his hand, her face flushed like a ripe

wasn’t the best 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

Jareth, who was using Thaddeus

glared at him and thought, “Better than

stiff, his speech was

been holding this

thought,

doubt

more than thirty years, was almost overwhelmed by

“Thaddeus!”

blinking her clear eyes, “Jareth said your head was injured. How are you? Does it

doesn’t hurt anymore. Your sister–in–law saved me. She took

though Thaddeus was

“That’s good.”

Evadne’s hand, shaking it gently, and asked eagerly, “Evadne, can you please stay by Thaddeus‘ side? Can you take care of him until he is discharged from the hospital? With you by his side, he will be very happy, and he

She bit her

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