His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 1077

Chad was more than capable of maneuvering his own wheelchair, but the two little boys insisted on pushing him right up to Evadne.

"Mr. Chad, what a surprise. I never imagined I'd run into you here."

Evadne offered him a polite smile, but anyone could see how forced it was. "On a day like this, I didn't expect you to show up."

Chad's refined, gentle features softened as he smiled back. "Did I disappoint you?"

Evadne's heart skipped, though she played it cool. "Disappoint me? Why would you say that?"

"Logically, the person representing a charity event should be Thaddeus. I'm not the CEO of the Abernathy Group, so I won't be attending the gala tonight-just sending my regards instead. No need to stir up unnecessary speculation."

Chad's tone was warm and understanding, his smile inviting. "You may not have seen Thaddeus here, Ms. Evadne, but once you attend the charity dinner tonight, you'll find him there."

Evadne pressed her lips together, her voice frosty as she met his gaze with a touch of scrutiny. "I won't be going to the dinner. Mr. Chad, I'm afraid you've read too much into things."

At that moment, the director chimed in, "President Ashbourne, you might not know, but Mr. Frederic has always been one of the major benefactors behind our orphanage's charity foundation. Over the years, his contributions have been vital to our development. We wouldn't be where we are today without his support."

A subtle crease formed between Evadne's brows.

"Director Cooper, it was nothing-just a small gesture. Think nothing of it," Chad replied with a modest smile. He turned back to Evadne. "Ms. Evadne, I promised the children I'd help them build a snowman soon. Would you care to join us for a stroll first?"

Not wanting to seem difficult in front of others, Evadne gave a soft reply. "Alright." She glanced back at Jason, whose face was clouded with worry, then walked alongside Chad toward the heart of the orphanage.

her true features restored-arrived at the orphanage as well. She had barely stepped inside when a teacher stopped her. "Miss, may

for a moment, then her face broke

The teacher clearly knew her but hadn't recognized her at close range. That

a new volunteer here. My name is... Sunny White," she said, inventing

unnecessary attention, Elsie went along with the false name and produced her ID, which now bore a new photo. "Here's my badge, if you'd like to

Ms. White, please come this

Elsie heard

turned, casually at

tall and striking as ever. By his side, smiling up at him, was

her gut, but even more, she felt a deep stab

who'd watched Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy together over the years would be shaken by the sight of Thaddeus and Alexia walking in together. Even

Elsie clenched her fists, watching as the pair walked past her without

they landed on Elsie. "Miss, have we met

up on his words,

hit Elsie then-this was the first time

kept her voice cool and

"If you've never met, how do you

.n

CEO of the Abernathy Group-hardly an obscure figure." Elsie lowered her gaze, her tone detached. "Besides, the Abernathys have helped countless desperate people in Elmsworth. Their reputation

Thaddeus's gaze darkened, thoughtful.

between them. They couldn't quite put their finger on it, but

go in?" Alexia withdrew her

grew stony again, and he