His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 530

“Mr. Abernathy, Mrs. Abernathy, this is it. This is where Beverly Higgins lives,” said Gordon, looking around nervously

Born into a family of academics, Gordon had served Mr. Abernathy loyally for years, tackling many a tough job. Yet, he had seldom ventured into the gritty neighborhoods where everyday folks struggled to survive. Today, sans bodyguards, his anxiety was palpable.

But Thaddeus stepped out of the car with a cool composure.

A recent ram had left muddy puddles, and as Thaddeus carelessly trod into one, his handmade leather shoes were splattered with muck. He didn’t seem to mind at all.

It was like coming home

“Mr. Abernathy! Watch your step” Gordon cried out too late.

“It’s fine.” Thaddeus said, lips barely moving, nonplussed.

Evadne was about to step out when she felt herself lifted into the air. With a startled yelp, she clung to his neck.

Fearing she’d soil her clean shoes and hem, Thaddeus gave her a firm princess carry, his lips curling with a tender smile, “What’s there to be nervous about? When have I ever dropped you?”

“Whoa, a warning would’ve been nice–you scared me!

Evadne playfully punched his chest, seeing through his ruse. “Besides, it’s just a puddle. I’m not so delicate. I’ve had my share of hardships abroad. Im not that fragile”

“That was then, but now, you have me.” Thaddeus said, gently setting her down and steadying her by the waist.

Thaddeus thought, “Evadne, you have me now. You’ll be the happiest woman in the world.”

“Gordon, why take the long way to Beverly’s first?”

Evadne frowned in confusion. “The other girl’s place seemed closer. We could have stopped there before coming here, right? It would’ve been on the way.”

“Well, Mrs. Abernathy, that girl and her family refuse to see you and Mr. Abernathy Gordon sighed, finding the words difficult

“What’s the matter? Thaddeus’s eyebrows rose in concern.

“There’s no need to explain. I understand them.”“” Evadne said, taking his hand, her eyes soft yet resolute. “We’re not parents ourselves, we can’t fully empathize. The victims are vulnerable. Even the slightest thing puts them on edge. Even if we mean well our status is a threat to them. Plus, with the Chambers Group pressuring them recently it’s understandable they can’t face

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Thaddeus’s austere features grew contemplative, and he nodded.

Those ordinary parents, without illustrious backgrounds or vast wealth, were like ants under the might of the Chambers Group A flick of their fingers could crush them.

They had done all they could to protect their young.

The couple shared a moment of silent empathy, a shared sorrow passing between them

The trio made their way to the top floor.

with no manners–every detail made Gordon’s skin crawl,

“Hard to stomach?”

wrapped an arm around Evadne, his demeanor calm, “Before returning to the Abernathy family, I lived with my mother in a slum worse than this.”

…” Gordon started,

isn’t the luxury but being with those you love. Wherever my mother was, that was home. After she passed, no matter how

unshed tears, his grip on Evadne tightening,

did

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a simple, loving home with his loved

lifted her clear eyes to meet his

of the top floor hallway, in front

lady, hobbling on a cane, made her

can push around the Higgins, just because it’s a widow and her daughter? They said they

Evadne exchanged

already been here, threatening Beverly

situation, but the old lady swung her cane at

I witnessed Beverly’s growth. She is good and kind. She is just like my own granddaughter I don’t allow you to

Gordon unprepared, striking his arm

intercepted by Thaddeus, who stepped forward

out, her forehead furrowed

we mean no harm.”

expression gentle, his eyes sincere. He spoke in a calm and measured tone, “We’re here to help Ms. Higgins.

before her, then her gaze shifted to the stunningly

and approachable, certainly not like the last

the air until the door

door, locked eyes with Beverly’s mother

her voice laced with both

bowing politely, her voice as gentle as a flowing stream. “Please, don’t be afraid. We mean no harm, and we’re certainly not with the Chambers Group. We’re well aware of the situation concerning Ms. Higgins. Our sole purpose here is

seek justice for my daughter?” Mrs. Higgins’s haggard face stiffened with

brought to the full extent of the law and pay dearly for

with a mix of surprise and fear!

the Chambers Group had been overwhelming, and the constant dread had left her unable to drop her guard. “Just who exactly are you

is Evadne,” she hesitated slightly, unsure of how

seemed to place an immense burden and

with emotion, and her countenance darkened, “You’re the

“Mrs.

You and Byron are in cahoots! You’re here to ensnare

not true!”

tyranny! Get out! Don’t you dare harass Beverly again! Mrs. Higgins’s eyes were red with fury, and she screamed at Evadne with

a moment of desperation, grabbed the door frame rapidly. “Mrs.

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help Beverly! Please, just give me a moment

laundry detergent from the windowsill and threw it at Evadne without a second thought!