Chapter 373

The cocktail party was set once again at the Abernathy Hotel. Following a series of business meetings, the tycoons and elites of Elmsworth flocked here to continue their social engagements.

Evadne, behind the wheel of her sleek black Bugatti, zoomed through the city with Chasel, her passenger, clutching the door in a death grip, staring fixedly ahead, not daring to utter a single word.

He feared if he did, he’d probably hurl out his dinner from last night!

Upon reaching the hotel finally, Evadne executed a swift, smooth drift that brought the car to a stop in the parking space.

“Out,” Evadne, unfastening her seatbelt.

Chasel remained motionless, pale as a ghost.

Evadne blinked her almond–shaped eyes, waving a hand in front of him, “Hey, what’s happening? You’re not moving.”

“I feel sick.” Chasel’s face turning a sickly shade of white.

Evadne yelped, promptly kicking him out, “If you’re going to puke, do it outside! Not in my car!”

The moment the car door opened, Chasel did exactly that.

For a man of his high birth and noble upbringing, it was the first time he’d ever thrown up in such an undignified manner.

Fortunately, Cassius wasn’t around, or else he would’ve wished he were dead.

After emptying his stomach, Chasel weakly clung onto the car door, panting heavily as he glared at Evadne, “Are all of you Ashbournes mad? Driving cars like they’re airplanes!”

“You’re a grown man and you get carsick?”

Evadne crossed her arms over her chest, shaking her head in disbelief, “My driving skills are on par with a race car driver, smooth as can be. If you can’t handle it, it’s clearly your problem.”

With that, she handed him a bottle of water, showing a bit of consideration.

Chasel rinsed his mouth, slowly regaining his composure.

“Hey, don’t forget what you promised me.”

“I remember.”

Evadne looked at him with a faint smile, “You cure Thaddeus, and I’ll introduce you to Dr. Eve. I keep my word.”

If only Chasel knew, the beautiful woman who had been ragging on him was his idol, Dr. Eve, he might have a few choice words to say about that, and possibly feel a bit short–changed.

Just then, a sleek black Bentley glided past them.

Evadne recognized the license plate; it was vaguely familiar.

The Bentley came to a stop not too far off, the driver stepping out to open the door.

Out of the car stepped two people Evadne knew all too well–Het Uncle Bevis Ashbourne and her scheming cousin, Dolores Ashbourne.

“Dad, how do I look tonight?” Dolores asked Bevis eagerly.

She was wearing a one–shoulder pink evening gown, holding a silver clutch adorned with diamonds. Her long hair cascaded over her shoulders, making her look like a wealthy heiress.

But Evadne could tell, the dress Dolores was wearing was a knockoff.

Because that brand would never lend an original dress to someone like Dolores, who had neither the social standing nor the commercial value. That would be like damaging their own reputation.

“Looking fabulous! You’re as beautiful as a flower! You’ll definitely be the center of attention tonight!” Bevis showered his daughter with praise.

Dolores, who hadn’t even entered the event, was already glowing with excitement.

“Being the center of attention isn’t important. What’s important is if Mr. Abernathy likes.”

words loud and clear, her

at Dolores, her prétentious demeanor making

of Mr.

You need to have confidence. You’re no worse than Evadne. You just lack a bit of chance with Mr. Abernathy. But that’s not important. It can be created. Evadne and Mr. Abernathy really lack

their self–serving speeches,

Bevis and

“Thaddeus is your ex–husband?”

but it’s not exactly a secret.”

quite the exemplary

“Most people who divorce can’t wait to strangle each other, but you’re going out of your way to cure your ex–husband’s illness? Is this a

clear my conscience.

expressionless, started walking

woman in her early twenties, she carried herself with the strength of a blade that could cut through a storm,

crack a smile,

some of his acquaintances on the way, leaving Dolores to make her way to the banquet hall

walked up to the entrance with an air of arrogance, handing

Ashbourne, please

“Thank you.”

was about to step in, she heard the confident click

surprise, her pupils contracting at

strolling towards the

clenched her teeth, her

this witch here all of a sudden? There was no hint of her

an international supermodel beside her? Was he her

I didn’t expect to see you here!” Dolores‘ expression shifted in an instant, as she

Had he not witnessed the arrogant exchange between Bevis and his daughter in the parking lot earlier, he might have believed they

return home. The relationships within these wealthy

You’re here. Why can’t I be?” Evadne didn’t look at her, her red lips curling into a smirk, her

low–key, sis. You never attend these kinds

better get used

gaze towards Dolores intriguing, “From now on, I’ll be appearing in public more often. I expect we’ll be seeing each other quite a bit.” Dolores forced an awkward smile. Inside, she

could you please show your invitation?” A staff member politely asked

any invitation.”

“Pfft!”

of the loop for so long that you forgot you need an invitation to get in? You’re causing trouble for these poor staff

staff member looked discomforted, “I’m sorry miss, but without an invitation,

Evadne said

“Evadne” was like a shockwave, leaving the

to make things easier, Evadne

now, since she had caused quite a stir in Elmsworth, her name alone was enough to make an impact. She no longer needed to drop

Mr.

an invitation, I understand that I can’t go in. Could you please let him know I’m here?” “No need! Ms. Ashbourne,

you. This is Mr. Bright, my friend. May we enter

course! Please, come

respectfully

left alone, her face red

way. No matter when, no matter where, no matter how hard she tried, as soon as Evadne showed

Jareth were

doing at your place?” Thaddeus asked, his face emotionless but his

to take her for a vacation after I finish up

at the mention of Marilla, “I’ve found a psychologist who can help Marilla overcome her autism and

Thaddeus stopped,

She thinks Marilla must have endured some psychological trauma in the past. I suspect it has something to do with that awful Glynnis. -After all, Marilla

them, “But it doesn’t matter anymore. I’ve taken my revenge for Marilla. If Glynnis ever tries to hurt my woman again,

do something to Glynnis?” Thaddeus

“Why? Are you worried?”

“Just curious.”

didn’t do much, just disfigured her

abject sight

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