His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 649

After a few rings, the call connected.

“Thaddeus, I’m honestly surprised and delighted you’d call me,” Chad’s voice was as warm and kind as ever, though tinged with a hint of frailty.

“Chad, how have you been holding up?”

Thaddeus, by nature, wanted to cut straight to the chase, but desperate times called for some pleasantries first.

“Oh, same old. Popping pills like candy just to keep ticking, so much so I’m practically balding.”

Chad cracked a joke, “Tell me, Thaddeus, next time we meet, do you reckon I’ll look like I’m sporting a monk’s tonsure?” “Chad, I’m actually in this country,” Thaddeus replied seriously, not in the mood for banter.

“Oh? Really? When did you get in?”

“Night before last.”

Thaddeus took a deep breath and spoke in a low tone, “Chad, I’ve got something serious to discuss. Can we meet?”

That evening, Thaddeus and Gordon drove to the address Chad had provided. All the way there, Thaddeus‘ jaw was set in a firm line.

Though they were brothers by blood and had got on well in their youth, and despite not sharing the same mother, his older brother had taken care of him a lot.

But after more than a decade apart, with only holiday greetings exchanged, Chad didn’t feel all that close to him anymore. Respect was the predominant sentiment.

“Mr. Abernathy, we’re here!”

Thaddeus snapped out of his reverie and slowly lifted his gaze.

Before him stood an astonishing mansion, its seclusion striking an impressive contrast to the outside world.

“Wow…that’s some estate, easily rivals the grandeur of Mrs. Abernathy’s Silverlake Harbor!”

Gordon’s mouth hung open in awe, “Looks like Mr. Chad Abernathy’s been living it up abroad. This place must’ve cost hundreds of millions, eh?”

“Nonsense.”

Thaddeus‘ lips thinned, his competitive streak flaring up, “It’s nothing compared to Evadne’s place.”

and

strand of her hair. In

for Thaddeus. As he stepped out, buttoning up his suit jacket, a delicate fragrance wafted

have a calming effect, easing some of the tension he felt.

for not greeting you at a greater distance,” a cool

saw a woman in a white gown, her figure slender and elegant, approaching them with grace. “I’m Alexia, Mr. Chad

eyes curved up in a smile as she extended her hand politely to Thaddeus, “I’m pleased to meet you, Mr. Thaddeus

his composure, his sharp gaze fixed on her. This woman seemed familiar,

meet

quickly touched her hand, as if any longer and he might spontaneously

waiting for you. Please,

“Sure.”

Chapter 649

Gordon moved to follow, Alexia abruptly stated in a cold tone. “I’m sorry, but Mr. Chad Abernathy’s estate is off–limits to anyone but

eyes filled

Gordon, Thaddeus said

in her eyes iced over

Abernathy being led away by that woman, Gordon stared

cool gaze remained on Alexia, his suspicions growing. As she moved, her clothes fluttered, and the orchid–like scent lingered around him.

it?” Thaddeus, ever the blunt businessman, surprisingly took an interest

tempting hooks, “Would a busy man like

used to be, but now that I have

you tell me the brand? I’d like

away, a shadow crossing her features, “I’m afraid 141 have to disappoint you, Mr. Abernathy. It’s not a perfume, but a rare incense

Thaddeus‘ expression flickered, and he dropped the

suddenly remembered

encounter, he had faintly detected this orchid scent clinging

perfume but a rare incense she could obtain probably due

they know

at

Abernathy awaits you inside. Please, come in,” Alexia stepped aside to let him through. Thaddeus took a deep breath and entered. Inside the room, smoke curled

finally

face brightening with joy at the sight of his younger brother. “Chad,” Thaddeus hurried over to him.

look at him with clear, bright eyes that twinkled like stars, “It’s been what, over a decade since we last saw each other? I’ve missed you a lot. You look thinner than the last time we had that video call at

Thaddeus replied