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.

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

Frederic was taken aback!

in spending his life

that Evadne was far superior to many women in the world, she was, after all, just a woman.

extremely excited, slapping Thaddeus on the back so

was a moment of silence on the phone, followed by a chuckle and words of encouragement. “Good, it’s great

Chad.” Thaddeus responded

reason, the phrase “successful reunion” made him

I hear the beaches there are stunning. When are you going to invite me over for a vacation and get

is

wouldn’t want you to tire yourself out. Perhaps,

of his feelings, but his

If you can come back, that would be wonderful.

don’t push yourself.

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

grandson chatted a little longer before hanging

to come back? Is

before he could respond, Mr. Murray knocked and entered the

Miss Evadne. Mr. Jareth and Marilla are

is

and before he could say anything else,

hand was firmly

they were making a public

the man, her pale face

together, feeling a bit

and she couldn’t play the role of a villain spoiling their

is this?”

and beautiful figures, their fingers tightly interlocked. It was so tight and the shock in his heart was no joke. “Uncle Frederic.”

The crowd was stunned.

her coffee, staring

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

took a deep breath, lifted the hand that was entwined with Marilla’s, and voiced out

Frederic! Marilla and I are in love. We are mutually attracted. I’m deeply in love with your

facepalmed. Who taught him such

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

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!

at Jareth, who was using Thaddeus as a

thought, “Better than me treating Evadne? You can

breath, his expression was stiff, his speech was rapid, but his gaze

clear that he had been holding this in for a

thought, “Poor

don’t doubt

had weathered the storm of business for more than thirty years,

“Thaddeus!”

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

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

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

“That’s good.”

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,

heart trembled. She bit her

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