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.

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 back, no matter what it takes.

Frederic was taken aback!

resolute in spending his

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

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

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

you, Chad.”

reason, the phrase “successful reunion”

from Thaddeus, his voice 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

is overseas, it’s not as good

want you to tire yourself out. Perhaps, before long, when my health improves a bit, we’ll be able to meet in

of his feelings, but

that would be wonderful. We’d

push yourself. I know about your health

hold it against you. I can always come and visit you. It’s just a matter of a few

grandfather and grandson chatted a little longer before

he’s planning to come back? Is that true?” Frederic’s eyes brightened as he

respond, Mr. Murray

Miss Evadne. Mr. Jareth and

Marilla is here too?”

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

hand was firmly

if they were

the man,

watched them walk in together, feeling a bit

couldn’t play the role of a villain spoiling their

what is

so tight and the shock in his heart was no

The crowd was stunned.

on her

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

that was entwined with Marilla’s, and voiced

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

both facepalmed. Who taught

anymore. She squeezed his hand, her face flushed

I’m asking for your blessing to marry Marilla! I know I 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!”

was using Thaddeus as a

“Better than me

his expression was stiff, his

that he had been

and thought,

doubt your

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

“Thaddeus!”

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

hurt anymore. Your sister–in–law saved me. She took great care

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

“That’s good.”

please stay by Thaddeus‘ side? Can you take care of him until

She bit

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