The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 257 Got A Grip On Miss Harris

Evelyn had graced countless film festivals, paraded down numerous red carpets, and even attended myriad galas as a coveted guest.

However, she had never experienced a man who candidly refused to make an appearance with her arm in arm.

To her, it was outright humiliation.

Despite the ire boiling within, she managed an amicable smile. “Understood, Mr. Jenson. Don’t worry, I won’t put you in an awkward position with Ms. Harris.”

Cedrick nodded impassively and got out of the car first.

Nico quickly followed suit and went over to the other side to open the door for Evelyn.

The moment the duo made their appearances, they became the center of attention, with camera flashlights bombarding them relentlessly.

Evelyn, well–acquainted with the current situation, flashed a charming yet dignified smile. As they entered side by side, they maintained an impeccable distance, with not even a swish of their clothes touching each other.

Throughout the social exchanges and courtesies that followed, Evelyn was careful to maintain a respectful distance, which made Cedrick lower his guard a little.

Gwendolyn had already made her entrance before them.

However, she was not a fan of socializing and chose to sit in an unobtrusive corner with Joaquin to savor time.

Joaquin downed one drink after another, his face marred with discontent.

Puzzled, Gwendolyn asked, “What’s wrong? Who’s managed to upset you?”

In a petulant huff, Joaquin said, “Cedrick”

Perplexed, Gwendolyn queried again, “You haven’t spoken a word to him since arriving at Salinsburgh. How did he manage to offend you?”

“He proposed to you before I could legally do so. Now, with the business alliance between the Jenson and Harris families, I fear I have lost my chance forever!” Joaquin said in despair.

Amused, Gwendolyn let out a chuckle as she flicked Joaquin’s forehead. “What nonsense are you spouting? Even if I weren’t engaged to him, I wouldn’t fancy someone younger than me.”

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“You’re lying. You have previously confessed to liking me!” Joaquin protested.

With a palm on her forehead, Gwendolyn leveled with him. “Hey, brat. My fondness for you is akin to a friend and younger brother, not a lover. Don’t get your hopes up about me, or else I might have to avoid you altogether, ending our friendship.”

“Don’t!” he interjected.

himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to marry

thought, Gwendolyn could only

sitting in the quiet corner for a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to visit the restroom. I’ll be

Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished a

to address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is that all right?” Evelyn

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

cooed, “Mr. Cedrick, were you

icy façade remained

answer made her giggle like

content with my performance. Cedrick has

quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite

her high heels

pebbled

lamplight,

suit pockets. His dignified aura was tinged with

silent unless Evelyn initiated

unhurried, and the quiet

topic to broach next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed

“Ah!”

a reflexive step back, Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t

her imminent tumble, he reached out

was so scary!”

Her face turned pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted

away when he caught sight of a silhouette in a

she fixed Cedrick with

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

he could finish, she scoffed and walked away without a

“Gwenny!”

his heart at the sight of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze. However, Evelyn clung to his arm with a death

it’s been twisted.

couldn’t care less about her pain. His gloved hand

you? You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her misunderstand

with distress. Gasping for air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt. If you don’t believe

better not be!” Cedrick

go of her, not

was upset with him, and that mattered more than anything

to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again

look. Her tone turned uncharacteristically stern as she said, “Mr. Cedrick, you truly don’t understand Gwendolyn. Despite your relentless love for her, you’ll only end up with deeper wounds. She may be willing to be with you now, but I bet she has not confessed

Cedrick shook off Evelyn’s

off guard, Evelyn fell to the ground, the pristine white hem of