His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 508

Aaron glanced at Lily.

Lily shot him a look back, her expression souring. “Did you invite Chairman Ashbourne here?” She asked with accusation in her voice.

He stared, feigning innocence and setting a boundary. “Geez, that is an insult! Sure, I’m Emeric’s son, but I’m no traitor. My loyalty’s always been to Evadne!”

Lily couldn’t help but smile at his cheeky retort, whispering, “What do we do then? Should we open the door?”

Hands in his pockets, Aaron scoffed, “If you don’t open up, believe it or not, my old man will rip out this whole doorframe!”

Lily found herself lost for words.

Not wanting to disrespect such an important figure, she took a deep breath and opened the door.

The Ashbourne family’s bodyguards crowded the yard of the villa, a formidable presence.

Emeric stood at the doorstep, his expression cold as a winter’s day, with Mr. Dylan behind.

A storm brewing in his belly, Emeric had his stern face all set. But the moment he saw his youngest son, his mind went blank.

Mr. Dylan was equally taken aback. “Young Master Ashbourne?!”

Aaron scratched his head awkwardly. “Dad.”

Emeric looked from his son to Lily, and then took a large step back to double–check the house number.

“Chairman Ashbourne, you haven’t gone to the wrong place; this is it,” Mr. Dylan said, finding the situation awkwardly amusing.

“I see.”

Emeric nodded slowly, and then his eyes lit up with a sudden thought, blurting out, “This lady is your girlfriend? Oh, I see. You like the glamorous type. I should’ve known–that way, I wouldn’t have introduced you to all those girl–next–door types.”

Lily’s eyes widened in shock, while Aaron facepalmed. “Dad, can you please stop pressuring me? If you keep this up, I’ll join a monastery! Do you have any idea why I became a police in Elmsworth? It’s because I couldn’t stand the daily nagging about getting married and having kids! I’m not a breeding donkey!”

Lily pressed her lips together, amused to find that even the scions of a wealthy family shared the same mundane woes as everyone else.

“If you dare join a monastery, I’ll come drag you out myself! That’s a promise!”

Emeric went from harsh to soft in a second, turning to Lily with a smile. “Miss, how old are you? What’s your name? Where do you work? Are your parents from Skyrim or Elmsworth?

You might have not realized it, but my son likes to play it cool. I’ve had his wedding gift ready for ages. Marry into the Ashbourne family, and you’ll be Ms. Ashbourne, living a life of luxury. Don’t hesitate, it’s better to settle these big question sooner rather than later!”

Aaron was on the verge of tears, now regretting ever

Ashbourne, you’ve misunderstood. My relationship with Mr. Ashbourne is strictly professional; I’m Mr. Fairhaven’s

was evident as he gave

Dylan, suggested, a wry smile on his face. The Ashbourne children, each one cherished by Emeric, yet

seemingly his nemesis.

Aaron sat facing each other in the living room, the atmosphere thick

except me?” Emeric asked through gritted

the fruit bowl and took

struggling to keep his composure.

amused, but watching this father and son spar, she

the sound of light footsteps approached.

carried a tea tray to Emeric and placed a teacup

Emeric, please enjoy your

voice and seeing her delicate face, Emeric couldn’t help but feel a surge of affection. “Ah, Marilla! Didn’t expect to see you

Marilla stammered, her cheeks flaming with embarrassment. She was no fool; she couldn’t very

worry about that

girl closer, sizing her up. “No boyfriend yet, right? What do you think of my youngest here? One is quiet while the other is energetic, close in age–you

spewing it out

back, fingers nervously twisting together,

might have been rough around the edges, but as a detective, his eyes were sharp. He noticed something

shy, possibly even socially anxious.

doe–like eyes

all the way from Skyrim

a thousand times, I want to focus on my career, not get hitched! I’m

think you can do whatever you want? If you had a choice, you wouldn’t come out of your mother’s womb.”

but he swallowed it back, his face turning

just couldn’t understand!

had four older brothers. Why was Emeric fixated on him as if he were the

had him jet–setting all the time, always on call for some high–stakes mission. What woman would be happy being married to a workaholic like him? If he were to tie the knot, he’d want to wrap his future wife in the kind of blissful happiness he just couldn’t provide now. How could he selfishly string someone along just to carry on the

was still trying to play matchmaker when Lily quickly moved to Marilla’s side, wrapping her trembling shoulders in a comforting embrace, and stared directly at him.

I appreciate your interest and admiration. But

to whom? Whose son could possibly be better

it’s Mr.

of a smile playing on her lips was unmistakable. “Our young master’s relationship with Ms. Marilla is well known to Mr. Hamilton and Mr. Frederic, and they have never interfered with their relationship. Moreover, Mr. Jareth Fairhaven

her, hearing it afresh sent a thrill through

it was someone else.”

look as if handling a task to him. “So, the proposal isn’t official yet. Aaron, she’s spoken for doesn’t mean you

just dig a hole and bury himself.