Chapter 801

Evadne gazed into the man's tumultuous eyes, her lips, still flushed and tender from his kiss, quivered slightly.

Suddenly, the image of Alexia's beguiling face came to mind, along with the smile she reserved exclusively for Thaddeus. A peculiar discomfort twisted in Evadne's heart.

She wasn't prone to fits of jealousy. As the esteemed Ms. Ashbourne, CEO of the K Group, she refused to indulge in the petty squabbles so typical of those clingy, dependent women.

Yet, this time, her emotions betrayed her, filling her with an unfamiliar irritation.

"Mr. Chad Abernathy is your brother; he greeted me politely. Should I not smile back? Would crying be more appropriate?" Evadne turned her face away, trying to avoid his burning gaze, her delicate nose tinged with a hint of red.

Thaddeus' eyes darkened, his fingers gently pinching her chin, turning her face back towards him with a mix of coercion and seduction.

"Evadne, I'm scared."

She blinked her moist eyes at him.

"You're so beautiful when you smile. I fear he might become enchanted by you," his voice was hoarse, his lips hovering teasingly over the corner of hers.

"I can't help it if I'm this perfect, constantly radiating charm without even trying." Evadne murmured sulkily, "But even with all my allure, I can't hold a candle to Alexia."

Thaddeus' brows knitted together, "What do you mean by that?"

"I thought you had eyes only for me, that you were truly interested in no one else. Turns out you just hadn't met someone who caught your fancy," Evadne's soft lips curled, jealousy permeating the entire corridor.

Even though Thaddeus was insensitive, he caught on at that moment and couldn't suppress a chuckle, his heart swelling with joy, "Evadne, are you jealous?"

"I am not. It's your body after all; I can't control who you look at! mmm!"

Evadne's lips were claimed once more by the man, this second kiss hotter, more passionate, and fierce, leaving her body limp and her mind adrift.

Their bodies pressed tightly together, she could even feel his embarrassingly evident arousal. Shyly pushing against his chest, she couldn't muster the strength to resist.

Despite his prideful physique, Thaddeus was not someone randy. He restrained himself in this crucial moment, despite the struggle.

His large hand caressed the nape of her neck, his voice sultry and low, "It's my fault. If it happens again, I'll blind myself as penance to my lady."

"You'd dare to have another time? You cad!" Evadne's eyes flashed, her clenched fist aiming for his shoulder.

his gaze lowering to

"What suspicion?"

was she who received me. She had this orchid-like scent that was remarkably pleasant, and I faintly remember

lowered, eyes thoughtful, "So I used the pretext of buying you perfume to inquire about it. She claimed it was a bespoke scent, not

I saw her again, that fragrance was there. I couldn't help but observe her a little more. I'm

"Avery always smells nice, but I've never paid attention to an orchid scent specifically. Are you suggesting that Avery and Alexia are

it, but this evidence alone is too flimsy. It could merely

after all. Yet he couldn't shake the belief that his brother was inherently noble and upright - how could he associate with someone as vile

If he's just visiting Marilla and then leaving, it's one thing, but if he uses this as an opportunity to stay, Thaddeus, you need to keep

brother, then I can rest easy." Thaddeus sighed with relief, his arms tightening around her slender waist,

can we focus on something other than romance for once? There's trouble brewing in

the safety of his empire. Yet, his mind was consumed with thoughts

woken up and was still weak, managing only a brief exchange with Jareth before drifting

his sister, seriously inquiring about her condition. His visit was short

with worry

abroad. He immediately sent Dennis back to Windermere Estate to prepare a lavish dinner

grandfather and father, while Thaddeus took the exhausted Evadne back to their

arrival, he found the butler and staff bustling about, moving items, and the coffee table

are all these?" Thaddeus

welcome home gifts that Mr. Chad Abernathy has brought

and Mr. Frederic Abernathy had a look at the gifts, and they were both very pleased. Especially Mr. Frederic

was an exquisite cobalt blue vase,

these things put together, his older

tightened into a straight

Estate hadn't seen this much life in a while. In consideration of Chad's health, the table was laden with light and

the meal, and engaged in lively conversation with Hamilton and Frederic, discussing everything from the climate of M Country to its cultural customs - there seemed to be no end to the topics

detached, showing neither particular warmth

always been blessed with good fortune, and now that she's made it through this ordeal, brighter days are surely

is truly remarkable. From what I saw today, are they

glistened with a mix of relief and reluctance at the thought of marrying off his only

When the day of their celebration comes, I'll make

lavish. They're more than enough for the wedding gifts; no need to go to any further

"Oh, it's never enough."

and I only have this one sister. She deserves

been able to fulfill my duties

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