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.

Thaddeus and the others

was taking the

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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 on her way back to

use of the word “tied” made Jason’s heart lurch, and

father and daughter shared the same

Nydia. Hurry up, I’m worried sick and want

handed the phone to Nydia, “He wants

she gingerly held the phone to her

“Dad.”

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because of your livestream, the world was turned upside down. But I have to admit, you chose

“No, I didn’t.”

out incoherently, “I’m sorry, Dad, this is

any better after letting it all out?”

Nydia off guard,

been 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, “Dad.”

brave girl, don’t cry and don’t feel guilty. Tonight, you were incredibly courageous. You are our pride.”

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 Emeric’s daughter, and anyone who dares to belittle

mel”

up the phone, leaving Evadne’s device damp as if it was fished

and Jason, frantic with worry, pulled out a handkerchief

tears.

you? Evadne asked softly

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

in Jason’s chest, her sobs echoing

excelled academically 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

her bones, and

now, having thought she’d caused a catastrophe, Nydia was bracing for rejection and resentment, Instead, she received her

with emotion, she had tears streaming down her cheeks, each

startled by the words, shared a knowing smile.

scare, Evadne confessed, with her hand on her chest, feeling a mix of relief and bewilderment. “But luckily,

took her hand

We’re always here to back you

elbowing Thad playfully. “You c princess in the Ashbourne family is enough”