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.”

heard Dolores‘ words loud and clear, her

looked at Dolores, her prétentious demeanor

just be yourself, be considerate of Mr. Abernathy, and he’ll eventually

daughter, in any circumstance, is better than that slattern, Evadne. You need to have confidence. You’re no worse than Evadne. You just lack a bit of chance with Mr. Abernathy.

silently to their self–serving speeches,

amazement as Bevis and Dolores left the

“Thaddeus is your ex–husband?”

mentioned it earlier, but it’s not exactly a secret.”

you’re quite the exemplary

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 case of old flames

just want to clear my

walking towards

her retreating figure, strong yet icy. For a woman in her early twenties, she carried herself with

crack a smile, “Evadne,

on the way, leaving Dolores to make her way

with an air of arrogance, handing over her

Ashbourne, please

“Thank you.”

and was about to step in, she heard the confident

in surprise, her pupils contracting at the

towards the

clenched her teeth, her eyes

all of a sudden? There was no hint

man who looked like an international supermodel beside her? Was he her

expect to see you here!” Dolores‘ expression shifted in an

the arrogant exchange between Bevis and his daughter in the parking

why he wasn’t willing to return home. The relationships within these wealthy families were too

Why can’t I be?” Evadne didn’t look at her, her red

You never attend these kinds of

you better

often. I expect we’ll be seeing each other quite a bit.” Dolores forced an awkward

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

don’t have any invitation.” Evadne admitted

“Pfft!”

but cover her mouth and laugh, delighted at the opportunity to regain some dignity, “Oh sis, have you been out of the loop for

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

Evadne said simply,

“Evadne” was like a shockwave, leaving the

to make things easier, Evadne might

enough to make an impact.

I had some last–minute business with Mr. Abernathy. It was an

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

May we enter together?” Evadne asked

Please, come

Chasel were respectfully

was left alone, her face red with anger, stomping her

matter where, no matter how hard she tried, as soon as Evadne showed up, all of her spotlight was

Thaddeus and Jareth were heading towards

asked, his face emotionless but

take her for a vacation after I finish up some

Marilla, “I’ve found a psychologist who

What trauma?” Thaddeus stopped, asking in

the past. I suspect it has something to do with that awful Glynnis. -After all, Marilla was always bullied by that witch sister

doesn’t matter anymore. I’ve taken my revenge for Marilla. If Glynnis ever tries to hurt my woman again, I’ll pluck all her teeth,

you do something to Glynnis?”

“Why? Are you worried?”

“Just curious.”

do much, just disfigured her

grinned uncontrollably, remembering the abject sight of Glynnis crying out in

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255