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.

relationship within the Abernathy Group had always been strained, and though their quarrels were

was undeniable in his

Group had seen impressive financial reports and rapid business

were there for all to see. Frederic threatening to unseat such a general over Elspeth

the past, would have enraged Thaddeus

His

the Abernathy Group, nor do I care. But as long as I’m in charge, I will deal with Elspeth, and no

high, leaving a trail

building, the evening was alight with

luxury car, 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

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

he’d probably keel over in a stiff breeze. If he even sets foot in Elmsworth, given your work schedule, I bet he’d be running back to wherever he came from within a week!” Gordon was all smiles, brimming with optimism, “And now that you and 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 oak to lean on; how would Mr. Frederic Abernathy dare mess with

suggesting I live off Evadne’s wealth?” Thad’s eyes narrowed

in panic, “No, no. You couldn’t possibly be

one of these days I’ll introduce you

into an apologetic grin, his heart racing. But, ever since Mr. Abernathy had been with Mrs. Abernathy, he had mellowed out so

aware of a tightness in his chest. He thought back on the years he had spent fighting

the end, he was still just a pawn to Frederic,

Let’s go home.”

deep breath, his voice soft with émotion, “I miss her.

a tune as she stirred a pot with a wooden spoon, one hand holding her sore back. Alva had recently befriended a chatty nanny in

to lie in bed any longer. Plus, she wanted to make

at the memory of her old plan to gradually capture Thaddeus’s heart through

now. True love didn’t care about gourmet meals or perfect desserts. The person who truly loved you would find charm in you even when you were stuck on the toilet with a bad case

lost in her cooking, Evadne didn’t notice Thaddeus silently

“Ah.”

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

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 right hand on the back

it gently, allowing herself to be

nape of her neck was warm and ticklish. Her shoulders tensed as she caught a faint scent of tobacco,

couldn’t resist.” Thaddeus’s voice was husky with regret as he nuzzled her shoulder, “It won’t happen again.”

Evadne, sensing his mood, grew

“It’s nothing.”

you trouble at the company today?” She was

“I’ll have to check for any

I planted

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

and officially terminated Elspeth’s position. Frederic wasn’t pleased; he seems intent on protecting her.”

her hair behind her ear,

he’s trying to save his own reputation. If not, what would the rumor mill say about

greatest attribute is his boundless

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

Married?!

heart raced, and her cheeks flushed like spring blossoms.