His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 470

Evadne’s heart skipped a beat, her eyes widened as she locked gaze with Emeric’s dashing profile.

Thaddeus’s eyes were filled with a tumult of tension and worry, his body tout as a drawn bow, seemingly on the verge of dashing over to grab Evadine’s band and whisk her away without a second thought.

Others like Frederic and the members of the Fairhaven cli

clan, also had their colors drained from their faces.

Particularly Edith, whose heart hammered away like a runaway train within her chest, stared at Evadne with a mix of anxiety and spite, though her words dripped with disdain, “Well, well, well, Ms. Evadne has a fiancé now? I wonder which lucky gentleman has the pleasure of joining fortunes with the Ashbournes?

Frederic clenched his teeth fiercely. “No matter who the Ashbourne ally with, it will surely not be the Abernathy Group

Edith’s lips curled up in triumph, her hanging heart settling back into place.

Ford’s expression darkened visibly; he suspected Emeric was concocting a story to extricate his daughter, a mere excuse to brush off his

advances

At the derby, he had noticed Evadne’s closeness to Thaddeus, but such flirtations were dime a dozen in high society, it was nothing but a dalliance. If there had been a fiance, Emeric would have announced it there and then, not wait until now to drop the bombshell

William, on the other hand, appeared unfazed, smiling as he said, “So the young Miss already has a betrothed? Congratulations indeed, May Lask which fortunate family the young man hails from?”

Curiosity was piqued all around.

Emeric’s smile was gentle and unforced as he glanced fleatingly towards Thaddeus

Ford followed his line of sight and grimaced, knowing full well whom Emeric was observing

“Oh my! Thad! Am I seeing things? Is Chairman Emeric looking at you? Jareth exclaimed with a high–pitched voice, shaking the man’s arm like a hyperactive groundhog.

Thaddeus’s breathing was ragged, his forehead beading with sweat, but his voice remained deep, “Don’t overthink it Chairman Emeric is probably just using it as a pretext to fend off Ford.”

“And why would Chairman Emeric bother looking this way? Couldn’t he just tell a white lie and be done with it?”

Jareth was still visibly excited, ever the optimist. “It’s just us two here, and Chairman Emeric is definitely looking at you. He cant possibly be checking me

out!”

Thaddeus felt a tremor in his chest, struggling to control his breath

His intense gaze was fixed on Evadne.

for public

it would not do for our family matters to overshadow his event. Evadne and I agree that now is not the right time to announce an engagement. When the time is ripe, we will make it known.”

William, if you’d be so kind, I will personally send an invitation

a place with crystal–clear waters and pristine beaches. You’ll have to let me know!?” William said,

raced with disorder, grateful that Emeric had deftly steered the conversation away, allowing her to breathe a silent sigh of relief. Lately, Emeric had been unpredictable, at times almost unrecognizable, and then suddenly quite

left wanting more, murmuring amongst

is Evadne’s fiancé? I saw Mr. Avery had been quite close to Chairman Emeric, and Mr.

the case? I suspect it’s Mr. Thaddeus. Wasn’t it obvious enough at the derby? Who was by Miss Evadne’s side when

with

father’s intentions were clear, her sister’s betrothed could only

parents‘ blessing, to

bore no resentment towards her sister

villain, aiding the enemies of her

to redden as she held back a world of

child in the family; if her own

to make any sacrifice.

the minor drama concluded,

alliance with the Ashbourne family bolstered the confidence of the Abernathy Group and the Fairhaven Growth even stirring Matthew

used bandage.

insides.

the running for the derby hotel

music shifted, signaling the start of the

to the dance floor, twirling in a vibrant and joyous display.

time at such a high–society event, and

gentlemen casting fervent glances her way, each one itching to ask her for

was enough to keep them at bay. They admired from a distance, none daring

speaking only when necessary her words scarce

I won’t let you leap into

quivering smile, her voice barely above a whisper. “An arranged marriage. I won’t object.It follow mom and dad’s wishes. You

possibly sacrifice your happiness for my Evadne’s voice

Jason, I’d rather stay single forever!

of

that make

Nydia was visibly distressed, about to continun her plea, when a badly pronounced English phrase interrupted them

I have

looked up to find a dapper–looking Ford standing before Evadne bowing slightly and

her off. “Miss Evadne, you won’t give me a chance to court you but would you deny me a single dance? It’s just a social gesture, nothing more. I admire and respect you, with

shifted

slightly seeing the predicament. Evadne clearly detested the blond–haired

her hand when suddenly a commanding figure swept in like a chill

delicate hand he sought was snatched