His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 459

At the racetrack, Elspeth single–handedly blew the lid off the entire Abernathy Group!

As the patriarch of the Abernathy family, Hamilton issued an ultimatum to Frederic – Let Elspeth rot in jail, fend for herself. If Frederic meddled again, he would disown him as his son, for good!

But Frederic had his own plans. Right now, if he truly abandoned Elspeth, the media’s blaze would undoubtedly singe him too. They’d label him heartless and ruthless, a cold–blooded capitalist who treated his wives like chess pieces.

From his business marriage to the daughter of the Austin family, to the whispered tales of Cynthia Winter’s depression and her tragic leap from despair, and now Elspeth, implicated in drug use and clapped in irons, he couldn’t bear the thought of the world’s sneers, the insinuations that any woman who ended up with Frederic was cursed!

For the sake of his own reputation, he couldn’t let Elspeth become a criminal. What Frederic hadn’t anticipated, however, was Thaddeus bypassing him, the Chairman, and calling a high–level corporate meeting!

And at that meeting, he officially stripped Elspeth of her executive duties! By the time Frederic arrived, the meeting was over. The executives were just rising to leave when they saw the Chairman and bowed in silence.

“Thad, you owe me an explanation. Who gave you permission to call this meeting without my consent?!” Frederic’s anger was palpable as he confronted him before everyone.

“It was just a regular corporate meeting, no different from any other.”

Thaddeus leaned back, his well–defined fingers idly twirling a pen, his gaze dark and unfathomable, “As the CEO, am I not supposed to preside over daily meetings? Why so hot under the collar?”

“You shouldn’t overstep your bounds, dismissing Elspeth without notifying me! A decision this big, you must inform me. It’s the rule!” Frederic was livid, his face reddening with each word.

“There was no time.”

Thaddeus spoke with icy clarity, “The nation is waiting for the Abernathy Group to decide on Elspeth. And you, for three whole days, have been silent. The racetrack incident is still brewing; the Abernathy Group’s image can’t take another hit. As CEO, I had to make a decision on behalf of the company. Unless you still, after all this, are fantasizing about saving Elspeth. Otherwise, you should have no reason to object.”

Frederic glared, “Thaddeus!”

“Elspeth, a repeat offender, embezzler, and now a suspected drug user, does she still have the face, the qualifications to serve as an executive of the Abernathy Group? Does she think the Abernathy Group is her treasure trove, or a money tree?” Thaddeus sneered coldly.

“The police haven’t even announced the final results of Elspeth’s drug case! There’s a lot that doesn’t add up; it’s very possible Elspeth was framed!”

At this, the executives exchanged complex glances.

“Then tell me, what kind of trap makes Elspeth, with no one forcing her, pick up a syringe and inject herself with drugs?”

“That’s exactly the anomaly! It’s all too perfect; Elspeth isn’t that careless!”

The moment Frederic blurted out his defense, he regretted it. Did he just imply that Elspeth had never been caught before because she was cautious? Was that even a proper excuse?!

As expected, the expressions around him grew even more complex, some even disdainful.

Thaddeus lost his patience, his handsome features darkening, “I’ve already released an official statement and document. The entire company knows Elspeth has been fired. What’s said is said, and it can’t be taken back.”

With that, the man stood with poise, straightened his Windsor knot, and moved to leave.

“Thaddeus, don’t forget your place! Don’t forget who’s the Chairman here, who calls the shots!”

In a fit of rage, Frederic pointed directly at his face, “You think being CEO makes you untouchable? Don’t forget, you’re not my only son! I put you in that seat, and I can just as easily give it to Chad! If Chad agrees to come back to Elmsworth, do you really think I won’t kick you out of the Abernathy Group on the spot?!”

Everyone held their breath, wishing they could silence even the beating of their hearts.

had always been strained, and

although decisive and often unapproachable, was undeniable in his achievements as CEO. Under his leadership, the

impressive financial reports and rapid business expansion.

Frederic threatening to unseat such a general over Elspeth felt eerily similar

words, in the past, would have enraged Thaddeus

was no longer his everything. His Evadne, she was a thousand times more important.

I care. But as long

a trail of

was alight with the early glow

his Adam’s apple quivering ever so slightly as he stretched out his neck, taking a moment of respite with his eyes closed.

Frederic Abernathy today. It was epic!” Gordon recalled, still

a hefty price tag,” Thaddeus’s lips curved into

Mrs. Abernathy have patched things up, she’s totally got your back. Once you get hitched, you’ll be part of the prestigious Ashbourne family, and your father–in–law will be the chairman of K Group. Plus, you’ve got a bunch of brothers–in–law who make mythic heroes look like kids‘ play. You’ve got a mighty

live off Evadne’s wealth?” Thad’s eyes narrowed into slits as he

You couldn’t possibly be seen as that guy.

you to Dr. Bright. He’s a neurologist. ! might have him take a check

out so much. In the old days, he would have sent Gordon packing or

tightness in his chest. He thought back on the years he had spent fighting side by side with Abernathy Group, the trials and tribulations they had faced to get to where

he was still just a pawn to

drive. Let’s

his eyes again, taking a deep breath, his voice soft with émotion, “I miss her. I miss her so much.”

home, Evadne was alone, humming a tune as she stirred a pot with a wooden spoon, one hand holding her sore back. Alva had recently befriended a

bed any longer. Plus, she wanted to make

old plan to gradually capture

who truly loved you would find

didn’t notice Thaddeus silently

“Ah.”

enveloped in Thaddeus’s embrace, his burning masculine hormone cocooning

gone for a bit, and here you are, up to no good. You should be resting; you’re hurt.” His strong arms locked around her waist with an intensity that caused some pain, yet she didn’t protest. Instead, she rested her

allowing herself

nape of her neck was warm and ticklish. Her shoulders tensed as she caught a faint scent of tobacco, her brows furrowing, “Hmm? Have you been

couldn’t resist.” Thaddeus’s voice was husky with regret as

you?” Evadne, sensing his mood, grew

“It’s nothing.”

give you trouble at the company today?” She was sharp as a tack, nothing

check for any bug you put

I planted it.”

arms, playfully poking him in the chest, “Was it because

officially terminated Elspeth’s position. Frederic wasn’t

her hair behind her ear, “But

his own reputation. If not, what would the rumor mill say about a man whose women never seem to fare

My dad’s greatest attribute is his boundless selfishness.”

only felt she was treated inappropriately, “But you don’t need to worry. Once we’re married, we’ll move

Married?!

her cheeks flushed like spring blossoms.