His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 464

“Hey? Emeric, where’s Evadne? Jeff craned his neck, peering outside with persistent curiosity.

“She won’t be joining us tonight, Jell. Evadne is injured and needs her rest. I’ve told her to stay

wy put and recover, Emeric replied with a nonchalant shrug.

“Emeric, you’re being unfair, man. You promised to bring Evadne over this time, Besides, we’re practically family now, not just guests!” Jeff rambled on though confusion gnawed at him inside.

Emeric settled into his seat, “If you really care about Evadne, you should let her heal properly. No need to drag her around.”

It was just before that horse race that he’d met with Emeric in private.

They had hit it off, and Emeric seemed quite taken with his son, assuring him that he would support the union between Evadne and Avery, welcoming Evadine into the Chambers family as a daughter–in–law.

He had also pondered Byron’s marriage prospects, his beloved second son, second only to his eldest in his affections.

He was angling for a double celebration, hoping to propose to Emeric and Myra’s daughter Nydia on behalf of Byron.

Originally, he didn’t think Nydia was a match for Byron given her modest background.

But now that Byron was down to one good leg, he wasn’t in a position to be choosy, and Ms. Nydia suddenly seemed much more appealing. That was why he’d eagerly brought Byron along tonight, to meet with Nydia,

But what he couldn’t fathom was why Emeric, who had virtually handpicked Avery as his son–in–law, had come without Evadne and with a noticeably

cooler demeanor

Avery, his interest thoroughly extinguished, downed a glass of bourbon in frustration

Tonight, the unsuspecting Nydia was a vision in an elegant white lace dress that highlighted her flawless porcelain skip, Her dancer’s physique was lithe and graceful as a swan, and her exposed legs were as perfect as a sculpted masterpiece

Usually, Evadine’s stunning beauty and presence overshadowed Nydia

But now, it was clear that both sisters were beauties in their own right, reminiscent of the classic novel’s contrasting heroines, like the fair and virtuous Amy and the fiery and passionate Jo.

Byron, having spent too much time in the hospital and away from female company aside from nurses couldn’t take his eyes off Nydia,

Avery, reading his less–than–pure thoughts with a glance, couldn’t help but suppress a cold, mocking smile.

The feast was served, and Emeric barely touched his food, seemingly without an appetite,

Nydia sat next to Byron, who was diligently attentive, serving her food and pouring her drinks, but she only responded with polite reserve, leaving the food he offered untouched.

Nydia’s heart and eyes, there was only room for her dear Jason. Other men barely warranted a

that the race’s over, about

Jeff, I know how much you adore Evadne. You’ve practically raised her alongside your daughter. And I’m aware of Avery’s esteem for her, and he’s shown nothing but respect and diligence, qualities I admire

the Chambers men completely off

anger, a dangerous red mingling with the fury, his handsome features tight

the sight of his brother’s

family and becoming Emeric’s favored son–in–law to leverage control over the Chambers Group against

you implying? Didn’t we have

for over thirty years. How do you think I’ve treated you? Better than your own brothers! When you were targeted for assassination, with a spiper lurking on a rooftop, I stood in front of you without knowing where the shooter was, ready to take a

lently, the harrowing memory of that life–or–death

Er were

with a brotherly bond. Jeff had risked his life for him, a testament to their

was grateful to Jelf. They

that had led to his fortuitous rescue

in this lifetime, Emeric’s voice was hoarse with emotion

Otherwise, you wouldn’t go back on your word and make a fool out of

grabbed a crystal glass from the table and

and Myra were shocked.

joked around with him. It was evident how

health, don’t get too worked up”

injured leg delayed

him with care, Dad, please calm down. You and Mr. Emeric have been close for decades, a bond forged through trials and tribulations

blame yourself. This situation has nothing to do with you.”

frustration. “I’m a failure as a father. After all these years, I still couldn’t outdo the Abernathy Group and become Elmsworth’s top dog. Mr. Emeric, I understand why you look down on our family’s standing. You want to ally with the mighty Abernathys, and

love. It’s just that Evadne and 1 are star–crossed. Mr. Emeric is right.

“lifetime‘ rang in his cars,

it I understand

his gaze at Emeric filled with utter disappointment. “Chairman Emeric, since you have made your choice, I have nothing left to say. All good things come

“Jeff, wait.”

But at the

fell into deep

his glasses, costing a cold, swift glance

sly old man up to? Why did it feel like he was secretly trying to set up Evadne with Thaddeus?

Why this?

called out to

Nydia snapped out of her daze and obediently walked over to

family, but you were set on Evadne and I had to make other arrangements for Nydia. Now that Evadne is dating Mr. Thaddeus, let’s sit down and discuss a

explode with that suggestion,

eyes shrinking, her face draining of