His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 476

Inside the grand banquet hall, a lavish dancing party came to an end. The spotlight illuminated the center stage, drawing all eyes to William and his son

The tension was palpable among members of the Abernathy Group and Fairhaven Group, their gaze fixed on William. For the Fairhaven Group, winning this project meant salvation from their immediate troubles, while for the Abernathy Group, it was a chance to flex their corporate muscles and perhaps to vent some pent–up frustration over Evadne.

But Emeric appeared nonchalant amidst the business fervor His interest in the project paled in comparison to his concern for his daughter’s whereabouts. His darling Exadne had vanished surely she wasn’t off in some hidden comer with that Abernathy boy, their closeness raising more than just eyebrows?

A blush crept across Emeric’s cheeks as his mind conjured images better left behind closed doors. He may not be old–fashioned, and after all, Evadne had once been wed to that same Abernathy lad. They’d even lived together in Elmsworth, under his very nose, without producing a grandchild to his mixed relief and constemation.

Yet, even in the pursuit of thrills, there was a time and a place!

His thoughts were interrupted when he realized his usually obedient younger daughter, Nydia, was also missing. As he pondered in confusion, a striking couple emerged, commanding the room’s attention.

“Dad.”

“Chairman Ashboume.”

Emeric’s sharp eyes softened as he watched them, a smile instinctively curving his lips. There was a peculiar pride swelling in his chest upon seeing his daughter and Thaddeus together, their eyes for no one else, their affection palpable.

Thaddeus, once the object of Emeric’s disdain, was now increasingly endearing in his eyes.

“Where have you been?” Emeric chided affectively, masking concem with imitation. Noticing her pale complexion, he added in disquieted tone, “What’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell? I can have your brother and Dylan take you to the hospital.”

Evadne’s face was a study in shadows as she shook her head, “I’m fine.”

“And your brother? I called him; why isn’t he here?”

“He got held up, but he’ll be here soon,” she replied, her voice a steady monotone.

Emeric frowned, “And Nydia? Haven’t seen her for a while.”

Thaddeus’s jaw was set, his eyes cold, while Evadne’s gaze was

Icy as it landed on Jeff.

“Ha! Oh, Emeric, you must have forgotten. Nydia and Byron were chatting away during the dance. Those youngsters probably found this too dull and sought a quiet corner to continue their conversation.”

up. She’s always been the shy, quiet one among her siblings. To think she’d find so much to talk about with Byron. It seems they’ve

the sake of relations, he forced a

no interest in your lame son. Are you losing your touch, or

froze, his ire rising. This

Avery and Thaddeus? Did she truly believe, manipulating Elmsworth’s two most eligible bachelors,

Mr. Chambers? Show some respect!” Emeric scolded, bewildered

ak to the

like that.” Acting how forbearing and affable as the elder, Jeff uttered with a tinge of gratitude, “Byron might

I

“Mr. Chambers, do you know

teeth gritted tight,

so rudely?” Emeric couldn’t tolerate it, feeling something was off with Evadne tonight. Was

calm and measured. Stretching to hold her slender waist, gently pulling Evadne closer, he continued, “Don’t consider her words as mere rudeness. There’s a reason for her outburst, and all will be clear after the banquet.”

of emotions in her eyes

concern you” Jeff’s attitude toward Thaddeus was hostile, “Besides, what do you mean by that? What has Byron done to offend you

his

side, Edith’s gaze was a tempest of green envy as she watched her heart’s desire, arm–in–arm with Evadne, their figures paining as perfectly as wine and cheese at a

had they been up to, disappearing for so long? Could they have been tangled in a lover’s tryst, igniting passion in some secluded comer unseen by

Imagery in her mind’s eye was too much, and Edith let out an inadvertent shriek!

her way,

have thought this scatterbrained girl was

was by far a better match for his son. Edith, by comparison, didn’t even register on the scale –

Evadne, with her cunning schemes and mercurial temper, not only manipulated his son but also wreaked havoc on the

should she marry into the family, catastrophe would surely follow.

you could take time from your busy schedules to join us for J Group’s Inaugural banquet here in Elmsworth.

thundered through

The project is advancing rapidly, the communication seamless, and the results are promising.

tumed to Frederic, while others sought out

from a local powerhouse, didn’t mind being overlooked. It was Barry, however, who seethed with indignation.

the clout of the other contenders?

his opening remarks, he stepped into the

surveyed the assembly with a calm authority, his gaze lingering on faces like Frederic’s and Barry’s.

eyes back and, with a voice resonant and full, announced, “I declare that for the upcoming Equestrian Hotel project, J Group will

Group? The

brief silence, a

initially paused, then his handsome features relaxed into a