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.”

among her siblings. To think she’d find so much to

cold laughter sliced through the pleasantries. Jeff stiffened, but for the sake of

Are you losing your touch, or can you not see the obvious?” Evadne’s narrowed eyes flashed

froze, his ire rising. This insolent

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

Emeric scolded, bewildered by his daughter’s aggressive behavior toward the Chambers Group that

ak to the

the kid like that.” Acting how forbearing and affable as the elder, Jeff uttered with a tinge of gratitude, “Byron might not be able

I

even more furious, “Mr. Chambers, do you

teeth gritted tight,

you stop?! Mr. Chambers has treated you as his daughter. How could you speak so rudely?” Emeric couldn’t tolerate

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

the storm of emotions in her

a family matter and doesn’t concern you” Jeff’s attitude toward Thaddeus was hostile, “Besides, what do you mean by that? What has Byron done to offend you such? Watch you

sardonic half–smile playing on his lips as he fixed his gaze on Jeff, sending a shiver down the spine of

paining as perfectly as wine and cheese at a high

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

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

her

couldn’t help but frown. Who would have thought this scatterbrained

had to admit, whether it be grace or lineage, Evadnie was by far a better match for his son. Edith, by comparison, didn’t even register on the scale – she was an afterthought!

cunning schemes and mercurial temper, not only manipulated his son but

should she marry into the family,

Group’s Inaugural banquet here in Elmsworth. On behalf of my father and the Morris family, I extend our deepest gratitude,”

thundered through the hall.

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 a partnership with a

eyes tumed to Frederic, while

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

not blatant that everyone considered the Fairhaven family to lack the clout

remarks, he stepped into

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

he drew his eyes back and, with a voice resonant and full, announced, “I declare that for

The Ashbourne family?|

after a brief silence, a fervor of applause

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