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

business dinner, and it would not do for our family matters to overshadow his event. Evadne and I agree that now is not the

he continued, “When that time comes, Mr. William, if you’d be so kind, I will personally send an invitation for you to join us

it’s a place with crystal–clear waters and pristine beaches. You’ll have to let

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 on point, as

was left wanting more, murmuring amongst themselves.

Chairman Emeric, and Mr. Jeff and the Chairman were like brothers. Maybe it’s Mr. Avery?”

Thaddeus. Wasn’t it obvious enough at the derby? Who was by Miss Evadne’s side when she was injured? If Mr. Avery was the fiance, wouldn’t he have shown

watched Evadne, her cheeks flushed with

were clear, her sister’s betrothed could only be Mr.

parents‘ blessing, to

now, Nydia bore no resentment towards her

aiding the enemies of her sister and

Mydia’s eyes began to redden as

least capable child in the family; if her

was prepared to make any sacrifice.

minor drama concluded, the dinner continued

failure to secure an alliance with the Ashbourne family bolstered the confidence of the Abernathy Group

and elongated as a used bandage. Though William

insides.

it seemed the Ashbournes were out of the running for

signaling the start

the dance floor, twirling in a

kitten at the grand ball it was Nydia’s first time at such a high–society event, and Evadne was worried she might boh. To ease her nerves, the sisters slipped away

casting fervent glances her way, each one

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

turmoil hidden from her sister, speaking only when necessary

I won’t let you leap into the fire. Trust me, I make sure you end up

above a whisper. “An arranged marriage. I won’t object.It

nonsense are you spouting? How can I possibly sacrifice your happiness for my Evadne’s voice cracked with urgency

can’t be with Jason, I’d rather stay single forever!

of person would

make me?”

It’s my choice, and it has nothing to do with your Nydia was visibly distressed, about to continun her plea,

I have this dance?”

before Evadne bowing slightly and extending his

court you but would you deny me a single dance? It’s just a social gesture, nothing more. I admire and respect you, with no ulterior

shifted

detested the blond–haired sultor, but refusal

silence, Evadne reluctantly began to raise her hand when suddenly a commanding

could react, the slender, delicate hand