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.

ended up where we are. I didn’t appreciate what I 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

Frederic was taken aback!

like his son was resolute in spending his life entangled with

couldn’t deny that Evadne was far superior to many women in the world, she was, after all, just a woman. Was it worth it to let

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

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

you, Chad.” Thaddeus responded

reason, the phrase

the beaches there are stunning. When are you going to invite me over for

no matter how great it is

gentle laugh, “Grandpa, you’re getting on in years, and the journey is long. I wouldn’t want you to tire

gave no outward sign of his

you can come back, that would be wonderful. We’d all be

push yourself. I know

you. I can always come and visit you.

and grandson chatted a little longer before

planning to come back? Is that

but before he could respond, Mr. Murray

Mr. Jareth and Marilla are

Marilla is

say anything

Jareth’s hand was firmly

if they were making a public

behind the man,

watched them walk in together, feeling a bit

clearly smitten with each other, and she couldn’t play the role of a villain

what is this?”

figures, their fingers tightly interlocked. It was so tight and the

The crowd was stunned.

almost choked on her coffee,

It was far too intimate from the usual. Frederic’s entire body tensed,

lifted the hand that was entwined with Marilla’s,

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

Thaddeus both facepalmed. Who taught him such cheesy

embarrassing.” Marilla couldn’t stand it anymore. She squeezed his hand, her

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

at Jareth, who was using

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

so much in one breath, his expression was stiff, his speech was rapid, but his gaze was

been

thought, “Poor

doubt your

weathered the storm of business for more than thirty years, was almost overwhelmed by

“Thaddeus!”

with small steps, blinking her clear eyes, “Jareth said your head was

saying, “It doesn’t hurt anymore. Your sister–in–law saved me. She took great care

touched. Even though Thaddeus was her brother, he felt

“That’s good.”

“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

She

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