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.

orphanage as well. She had barely stepped inside when a teacher stopped her. "Miss, may

for a moment, then her face broke

knew her but hadn't recognized her at

new volunteer here. My name is... Sunny White," she said, inventing an alias on the

name and produced her ID, which now bore a new photo. "Here's

White, please come this

then, Elsie heard footsteps

casually at

orphanage doors, tall and striking as ever. By his side, smiling up

Anxiety twisted in her gut, but even more,

years would be shaken by the sight of Thaddeus and Alexia walking in together. Even Elsie felt the

pair walked past her without so much as a

flickered as they landed on

on his words, shot

the first time Thaddeus had seen her with

it was better to avoid complications. She kept her

met, how do you know this is

.n

gaze, her tone detached. "Besides, the Abernathys have helped countless desperate people in Elmsworth. Their reputation precedes them. It's not strange that I'd

Thaddeus's gaze darkened, thoughtful.

the two women locked eyes, tension crackling in the space between them. They couldn't quite put their finger on it,

Thaddeus, it's about time. Shall we go in?" Alexia withdrew her

grew stony again, and