His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 611

The insult was as blunt as a slap to the face, leaving Gary red with embarrassment.

He knew all too well that Jareth was a ruthless renegade, a man who thought himself above all others. Still, with the prospect of Jareth’s taking over as CEO, Gary had expected him to show some restraint, especially in front of Barry.

But restraint was not in Jareth’s vocabulary.

Barry, the family patriarch, wanted to reprimand his grandson, but upon reflection, he found no fault in Jareth’s words. Gary’s antics and his fair–weather friends were nothing to be proud of.

So, with an awkward cough and a tactical sip of water, Barry tried to diffuse the tension.

Mrs. Fairhaven, on the other hand, was less able to hide her discomfort, Jareth, how can you speak to your uncle like that? Show some respect!”

“Ha, don’t be too hard on Jareth. To us, he’s still a kid.” Gary’s wife April, chimed in, trying to smooth things over with a warm smile, “Jareth, your uncle is known for his bluntness. That’s why he has few friends; he’s chased them all away. He didn’t mean to offend you don’t take it personally.”

tag–team of good cop, bad cop was nothing new to him. Despite Gary’s physiological problems, because of which, he couldn’t satisfy her in bed, he never let April want for anything material. Yet, in spite of the hollow shell of their marriage, April remained. They were less a couple than

he would come crashing

array of delectable dishes, but Jareth touched none

had stuffed him like a Thanksgiving turkey on the

the simple, home–cooked meals in their cozy villa. Without Marilla by

aren’t you eating?” April asked with feigned concern, “This steak was flown in just for you. Your grandpa

stomach, but I

boy, you’ve always been strong. When did you develop such an ailment?

has nothing to do

and with your busy schedule, it’s no surprise if you’ve neglected your health. Not to mention that Abernathy girl you’ve been fussing over, with time going

entangled with the murderer’s daughter, the pent–up grievance Mrs. Fairhaven had couldn’t be released at that moment, so she only could make insinuations, “Eating outside certainly won’t be healthy, and when

or Ms. Abernathy, but not “that girl“. Jareth’s voice deepened, a stern edge to his words, “She has never spoken ill of you and has always shown respect. I expect