His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 578

Blood so red it was terrifying!

The image of Cynthia’s horrific death flashed across Elspeth’s mind, and she suddenly let out a piercing ring in her ears, as if she were drowning, her body drenched in cold sweat, her lips pale and trembling incessantly.

“Elspeth? Elspeth, are you alright?” Cedric, clearly sensing something was amiss, asked in surprise.

“It’s nothing.” Elspeth’s handcuffed hands curled tightly under the table, fiercely cutting off the mental images.

“Elspeth, you haven’t answered my question.”

Cedric pressed again, “You need to come clean with me right now. Is this the only life you’ve taken? It’s vital for your defense in court, for upholding your reputation. You’re aware that on the surface it’s just the death of a maid, but Thaddeus and Evadne are clearly using this as a leverage to corner you, to ensure you can’t recover. They will dig deep into your past and could present any kind of evidence against you in court, it’s unpredictable.”

Elspeth still quivered uncontrollably, biting her lip.

“I’m asking you these questions with no ulterior motive, only to have a better chance of winning in court. You must be completely honest and trust me, we need to work together fully. Only if I know everything about you can I stand undefeated in the courtroom.” Elspeth let out a laugh that made one’s skin crawl, “Mr. Cedric, are you really trying to help me, or are you just looking out for your own golden reputation?”

Cedric didn’t like being questioned this way, but due to her status as Mrs–Abernathy, he had to play along, “Of course, helping you get acquitted is far more important than any undefeated streak.”

“Forget it, I don’t trust any of you lawyers!”

Anxious, Elspeth shook her legs like she was having a seizure, “If I tell you, you’ll just have another weapon to threaten me with later. I’ve seen enough of these dirty tricks, don’t think you can fool me!”

Cedric frowned and asked, “Are you suggesting that there is truth to this?”

“No! I haven’t killed anyone! Never have I ever! Don’t you dare slander me!” Elspeth screamed, her emotions boiling over as she stood up like a madwoman.

“Alright, alright, if you say no, then that’s good.” Cedric leaned back, wary of her lunging at him.

The courtroom was packed.

Though the trial was publically broadcasted on the court’s website, to avoid any disturbances from uninvited guests, Frederic booked all the available seats for spectators, filling them with allies from the Abernathy Group and his legal network.

For today’s trial, besides Frederic, the long–absent Glynnis had also been summoned.

She naturally didn’t want to appear at such an ominous event, and there was no love lost between her and her mother.

“Dad, why do I have to be here? The reporters will see me and start spinning tales!”

brows, “I can’t even step outside my door without fearing ridicule, afraid to show my face at

should naturally be here to support her through this ordeal. How can

why am I the only one here? Why

come to such a place, endure such stress? You should be understanding as her sister, not complaining,”

inwardly she resented, thinking if only she had the backing

you wait,

Footsteps approached.

look,

were Thaddeus and Evadne, followed by several members of

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the three Ashbourne ladies had come to show their support for the victim, a show of solidarity at such a critical moment.

but fearing the distress it might

at Evadne, grinding

Evadne paid her no attention, not even a glance, leaving Glynnis to

business suit adorned

and imposing by her side, his black suit perfectly tailored, embodying the strength and dignity of his

seats in the first row, separated by an aisle from the Abernathy Group,

always quick to stir discord, “He’s the CEO of the Abernathy Group, and now he sits

feeling the flames of resentment

Aviana said, gripping Myra’s hand. Recalling the hardships she had endured, Aviana couldn’t

took a deep breath, her heart fluttering with

arrived, a day Cynthia and Erica had been longing

to witness Elspeth standing trial. Regardless of the outcome, the very fact that this day had come was a

receive the fate she deserves,” murmured Suri, who clutched Myra’s hand with a reassuring softness, though her gaze upon the defendant was icy

of the three ladies behind her. Far from feeling relieved, she was more burdened and anxious than ever

a decade, two, or even a lifetime of Elspeth behind bars.

wanted the death penalty. A life for a

smile, tugged at Thaddeus’s heartstrings. He quickly sensed her anxiety and reached for her cool, pale hand,

win this battle,” he whispered, locking eyes

the corporation today, Cassius? Why are you here?

fine, Dad’s holding

said I couldn’t rest easy not being here for Evadne, fearing any unforeseen incidents.