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.”

her siblings. To think she’d find so

but for the sake of relations,

Chambers, it’s clear my sister has no interest in your lame son. Are you losing your touch, or can you not see

smile froze, his ire rising. This

she been spoiled by Emeric or emboldened by the attentions of Avery and Thaddeus? Did she truly

is that to speak to Mr. Chambers? Show some respect!” Emeric scolded, bewildered by his daughter’s aggressive behavior toward the Chambers Group

ak to the

forbearing and affable as the elder, Jeff uttered with a tinge of gratitude, “Byron might not be able to even stand if it weren’t

I

“Mr. Chambers, do

pupils contracted, his teeth gritted tight, the

Chambers has treated you as his daughter. How could you speak so rudely?” Emeric couldn’t tolerate it, feeling something was off with

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

emotions in her eyes settled in the refuge of

is a family matter and doesn’t concern you” Jeff’s attitude toward Thaddeus was hostile, “Besides, what

as he fixed his gaze on Jeff, sending

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 high society soirée. Her features contorted as if a swarm of fire ants was feasting upon the tender flesh of her heart.

long? Could they have been tangled in

The intrusive Imagery in her mind’s eye was too much,

guests cast disdainful glances her

thought this scatterbrained

it be grace or lineage, Evadnie was by far a better match for his son. Edith, by

and mercurial temper, not only manipulated his son but

a ticking time bomb; should she marry into the family,

your busy schedules to join us for J Group’s Inaugural banquet here in Elmsworth. On behalf of my father and the Morris family, I extend our deepest gratitude,” Ford took to the stage with the

through the hall.

Abernathy Group. The project is advancing rapidly, the communication seamless, and the results are promising. For our upcoming Equestrian Hotel venture, we continue to seek out a partnership with a formidable financial consortium.”

to Frederic, while others

powerhouse, didn’t mind being overlooked. It was Barry, however, who

the Fairhaven family to lack the

he stepped into the shadows, ceding the spotlight to his

calm authority, his gaze lingering on faces like

eyes back and, with a voice resonant and full, announced, “I declare that for the upcoming Equestrian Hotel project, J Group will enter into a deep collaboration with K Group!”

The Ashbourne family?|

stunned, and after a brief silence, a fervor

brilliant spotlight, initially paused, then his handsome features relaxed into a smile of genteel composure as he

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