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.

fault that Evadne and I 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

Frederic was taken aback!

son was resolute in spending his life entangled with the

the world, she was, after all, just a woman. Was it worth it to let one woman turn his life into

on the other hand, was extremely excited, slapping Thaddeus

moment of silence on the phone, followed by a chuckle and words of encouragement.

Chad.”

some reason, the phrase “successful

his voice bright and friendly. “Chad! How’s life overseas? I hear the beaches there are stunning.

it is overseas, it’s not as

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 bit, we’ll be able to meet

sign of his

that would be wonderful. We’d all

with concern, “But don’t push

come and visit you. It’s just a matter of a few hours, especially with a private jet. It won’t

a little longer before

Chad just say he’s planning to come back? Is that true?” Frederic’s eyes

but before he could respond, Mr. Murray knocked and

Frederic, Miss Evadne. Mr. Jareth

Marilla is here

say anything

was

openly, as if they were making a public

the man, her pale

together, feeling a bit annoyed but unable to say

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

what is this?”

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

The crowd was stunned.

on her coffee, staring

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

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

I’m deeply in love with your daughter. My feelings

Who taught him

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

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

at Jareth, who was using Thaddeus as a reference, lacking

“Better

in one breath, his expression was stiff,

had been holding this in

thought,

I don’t doubt your intentions.”

for more than thirty years, was almost overwhelmed

“Thaddeus!”

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

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

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

“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

She bit

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