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.”

spirit buoyant, “Tve seen Nydia grew up. She’s always been the shy, quiet one among her siblings. To

for the sake of relations, he forced a smile, “Evadne, you seem upset. Has someone

clear my sister has no interest in your lame son. Are you losing your touch, or can you not see the obvious?” Evadne’s narrowed

ire rising. This

by the attentions of Avery and Thaddeus? Did she truly believe, manipulating Elmsworth’s two most eligible bachelors, she could

Mr. Chambers? Show some respect!” Emeric

ak to the

keep speak to the kid like that.” Acting how forbearing and affable as the elder, Jeff uttered with a tinge of gratitude,

I

the mention of it made Evodne even more furious, “Mr. Chambers, do you know what thing I regret the most? Saving Byron.”

teeth gritted tight, the face

could you speak so rudely?” Emeric couldn’t tolerate it, feeling

up, his voice 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

emotions in her eyes settled

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

a sardonic half–smile playing on his lips as he fixed his gaze

heart’s desire, arm–in–arm with Evadne, their figures paining as perfectly as wine and cheese at a high society soirée. Her

so long? Could they have been tangled in a lover’s tryst, igniting passion

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

surrounding guests cast disdainful glances her way, their eyes dripping with

have thought this scatterbrained girl was of the same blood as Jareth?

a better match for his son.

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

time bomb; should she marry into the family, catastrophe would

J Group’s Inaugural banquet here in Elmsworth. On behalf of my father and the

through the

know, we’ve already embarked on a fruitful first round of strategic collaboration with the 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

tumed to Frederic, while others

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

blatant that everyone considered the Fairhaven family to lack the clout of the other contenders? A lifetime of effort, seemingly for naught!

his opening remarks, he stepped into the shadows, ceding the spotlight to his

his gaze lingering on faces like Frederic’s and

voice resonant and full, announced, “I declare that for the

The Ashbourne

was stunned, and after a brief silence, a fervor of applause

paused, then his handsome features relaxed into a smile of genteel composure as he stepped forward and shook hands with

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