Chapter 525

The afternoon sun streamed through the curtains as Evadne finally woke from her deep slumber. She was notorious for being able to sleep in like a hiberating bear, but Thaddeus, ever the light sleeper, had only managed a few hours before he was wide awake

Having not left the room, Thaddeus had been quietly handling urgent matters for the family business from the comfort of the living room sofa, all while keeping a silent vigil over her.

Suddenly. Evadne let out a gasp, bolting upright from the bed.

Thaddeus immediately dropped the files he was working on and rushed to her side, wrapping her in his arms. “What’s wrong? Bad dream?” he asked gently.

Evadne, her breath still uneven, clutched his hand, her cheeks flushed a ripe cherry red. “Thaddeus, guess what I dreamed

d about?* He cleared his throat, leaning in to steal a kiss, only to have her dodge playfully. “I dreamed that my brother and Chasel got married!”

“Oh?” Thaddeus paused, staring at her in bewilderment.

I

“Our whole family was at their wedding and I caught the bouquet Chasel threw!”

Thaddeus remained silent, unsure of how to respond.

“And just as they were about to kiss, I woke up! Ugh, why did I have to wake up at the most crucial moment? Evadne pouted, her fingers working through her hair in frustration, her heart still racing.

“You’re too adorable, Evadne, Thaddeus chuckled, as he sat on the bed and gently pulled her close, tapping her forehead lightly. “What goes on in your head every day?”

II you.”

“I was so tired when we got back, I fell asleep the moment I closed my eyes. But I had so much I wanted to tell

his eyes. 1 have this feeling, like Chasel might actually

mere post–sleep ramblings. Instead, he

know about Dr. Bright’s sexual orientation, but Cassius is different.

Maybe I’m just being silly, but that dream felt so real,” Evadne sighed, taking a deep breath. Tve always thought my brother was the best man in our family, that no woman was good enough for him. Not that those girls weren’t nice,

if that’s the case, would you be unable

not married with children. Emeric has reluctantly accepted that. But if my brother actually prefers men, Ah, I’m overthinking this. Even if it’s true, Emeric has slowly come to accept you, what’s there left to not accept?”

between laughter and

Alva echoed from outside the door

Abernathy, are you both awake? Come down for a bite to eat before you go back to sleep. How can

of pure sheepishness, while Evadne clutched the sheets to her chest in

was hungry, devouring his wife

and Thaddeus descended

Evadne had tasted Alva’s cooking, and she devoured the meal with gusto. Alva watched her with affection, as if she were her own long–lost daughter.

is divine!” Evadne licked her lips and let out a cute little burp, then enthusiastically handed her bowl to

Mrs. Abernathy!” Alva

They brightened up

your stomach, Thaddeus said Indulgently, pulling out a napkin to gently wipe away the grease from the corner

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Chapter 525

a diet? she teased, leaning into his touch.

not very hungry.”

weren’t hungry, you should’ve said something earlier. The fish Alva fried and the shrimp she made are delicious. I

cat that got the cream. If

the depths of Thaddeus’s eyes threatened

care for gentle manners

flopped contentedly onto the

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