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.

in his glass in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have

train of thought,

Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to

and Evelyn had just finished a

intimate to address you as

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

Cedrick, were you satisfied with

façade remained unchanged. “It was

answer made her giggle like

he’s content

with delight. “Could you accompany me to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing

glanced at her high heels

the pebbled path of

by the dim lamplight, shrouding their

suit pockets. His dignified

silent unless Evelyn

unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere brought about

to broach next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance and instinctively

“Ah!”

her fall and didn’t even touch

tumble, he

that was

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

grimaced and was about to push her away when he caught sight of a

stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with a

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

finish, she scoffed and walked away

“Gwenny!”

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

my foot feels like it’s been twisted. It

hand tightened around her neck,

stumbled into my arms, attempting

for air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My

not be!” Cedrick

her, not caring to

and that mattered more than anything

Evelyn once again held onto his

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 her love to you up until now. Can’t

Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and

guard, Evelyn fell to the ground, the pristine white hem of her dress stained

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