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!”

verge of tears, now regretting ever opening the door.

you’ve misunderstood. My relationship with Mr. Ashbourne is strictly professional; I’m Mr. Fairhaven’s secretary,” Lily replied with composure.

he gave Aaron a look of

Mr. Ashbourne, perhaps we should continue this conversation inside,” Mr. Dylan, suggested, a wry smile on his face. The Ashbourne children, each one cherished by Emeric, yet each

seemingly his nemesis.

facing each other in the living room, the atmosphere thick

staying here except me?” Emeric asked through gritted teeth. “Am

apple from the fruit bowl and took a loud bite. “Or we should consider a DNA

struggling to keep his

amused, but watching this father and son spar, she struggled to

the sound of

to Emeric and placed a teacup

Emeric, please enjoy

a surge

no fool; she couldn’t very well admit to cohabiting with Jareth, so she skirted the truth awkwardly.

let’s not worry about that now!”

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

spewing it

fingers nervously twisting together, her delicate skin reddening.

a detective, his eyes were

was overly shy, possibly

bit her lip through and her doe–like eyes shimmered

the way

my career, not get hitched!

whatever you want? If

almost slipped out, but he

couldn’t

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

married to a workaholic like him? If he were to tie the knot, he’d want to

Lily quickly moved to Marilla’s side, wrapping her trembling shoulders in a comforting embrace, and stared directly at him.

your interest and admiration. But I’m sorry, but she;s already

Whose son could possibly be better than

it’s Mr.

“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 is about to be appointed as CEO of the Fairhaven Group. He will soon be visiting Mr. Hamilton

her, hearing it afresh sent a thrill through Marilla, her cheeks flushing with

thought it was someone else.”

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

just dig