His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 537

Nydia had been the epitome of a swashbuckling heroine just moments ago, but at the sight of her father’s name flashing on her phone screen, she wilted like a flower in the scorching sun, with her head drooping.

“Don’t worry, Nydia, Jason whispered, wrapping his arms around her, his gaze as bright and passionate as the break of dawn, “I’m here with you. I’ll go home with you. If Chairman Ashbourne tries to scold you, I’ll stand between you and any trouble.”

“How can you stand.” Nydia’s lips trembled, her heart fluttering with unease.

Jason chuckled softly in her ear, “I’ll just say, ‘Dear father–in–law, if you want to vent, direct it at me and spare the father–daughter bond.”

Nydia’s heart skipped a beat, feeling a tingling sensation spreading through her body as a blush bloomed across her fair cheeks, like a bud opening at dawn, which stole Jason’s gaze and made it impossible for him to look away

The young couple had their plans down pat, but they were driving Evadne up the wall with worry.

She wasn’t afraid of Emeric, it was the thought of him blaming Nydia and possibly grounding her that troubled her. It would only make things harder for the lovebirds.

Emeric’s call still rang out, albeit with a sense of urgency rather than anger.

Thaddeus, understanding the delicate predicament she faced, spoke up with resolve, “Evadne, if it’s too much for you, let me talk to Chairman Ashbourne”

“You?” Evadne blinked, “What will you say?”

Thaddeus pondered, betraying a gentle sincerity in his eyes. “Tll say it was all my idea and that you, Nydia, and Jason are innocent.”

“Stop! Are you trying to make things worse?” Evadne pouted in annoyance, jabbing his chest with her finger, “That line works because it’s cute when Jason says it. But coming from you to Emeric, it sounds presumptuous and arrogant. Don’t you want things to stay good between us?”

Seeing Evadne’s distress, Thaddeus panicked and grabbed her hand, pressing it to his chest, Tm sorry, I was just joking” But deep down, he wasn’t kidding at all.

His primary mission in life now was to marry Evadne and become Emeric’s son–in–law; everything else could be put off, Evadne steadied herself and prepared to answer the call.

“Dad”

“Is Nydia there with you? Emeric’s voice came through, brimming with urgency.

“Yes, she is.” Evadne’s own voice wavered slightly

“Put that girl on the phone,” Emeric’s voice was firm but tinged with impatience.

Evadne took a deep breath, wearing a serious expression, “Dad, at this point, blaming Nydia is pointless. Instead of losing your temper, why not consider the next steps?”

Emeric huffed on the other end, “Pit, Evadne, are you blind? Do I really seem that foolish and clueless to you?”

With her eyebrow arched, Evadne felt impressed by her father’s self–awareness.

was loud enough for Thaddeus and the others to

her sister was taking the

I

the phone, Emeric let out a heavy sigh. “Do you think blocking me will help? I know you’re at the K Hotel in Elmsworth. If I were really angry. Nydia would already be tied up and

“tied” made Jason’s heart lurch, and he held Nydia

indeed, the father and daughter shared the

didn’t call to blame Nydia. Hurry up, I’m worried sick and want to

eyes narrowed as she handed the phone to Nydia, “He wants to talk to you.”

white with fear as she gingerly held the phone to her flushed

“Dad.”

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upside down. But I have to admit, you chose

“No, I didn’t.”

her words tumbling out incoherently, “I’m sorry, Dad, this is all my fault. Please don’t blame

any better after letting

unexpected question caught Nydia

weighing on you, and it hasn’t been easy for you to let go. Your mother hides in her room every night, crying silently for you. If confronting Byron and exposing his vile acts tonight could help ease your mind, then

emotion, Nydia’s eyes filled with tears,

girl, don’t cry and don’t feel guilty. Tonight, you

broke slightly, but he quickly recovered and laughed heartily, “From now on, be bold. Don’t be afraid to speak your mind or take action. You are

mel”

Nydia’s cheeks as she hung up the phone, leaving Evadne’s device

with worry, pulled out a handkerchief to gently wipe

tears.

did Emeric scold you? Evadne asked

her voice choked with emotion, “Dad said I am his pride.

that, she turned and buried her tear–streaked face in Jason’s chest, her sobs echoing

and in character, yet she stood in the long shadow of her siblings, each one of whom is a paragon of success. Cassius is a CEO: Bennett, though held an enigmatic air doing his affairs, still seemed impressive; Hubery had fallen heroically, and Debby is the esteemed First Lady And not to mention her sister, who

dimmed. An inherent sense of inferiority seeped from her bones, and in spite of her achievements, she never dared to ask anything of her father,

Nydia was bracing for rejection and resentment, Instead,

her cheeks, each drop a droplet of

startled by the

with her hand on her chest, feeling a mix of relief and bewilderment.

took her hand and intertwined his fingers with hers, slowly and softly.

keep being brave. We’re always here to back you

carried away.” Evadne interjected with a chuckle, elbowing Thad playfully. “You