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.

comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to marry you, being

his train of thought, Gwendolyn could only shake

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 round

I feel it’s more intimate to address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is that all right?”

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

she cooed, “Mr. Cedrick, were you satisfied with my socializing

icy façade remained unchanged. “It

her giggle like a

not bad. Rounded up, it means he’s content with my performance. Cedrick has

to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite some time. I’m feeling rather

glanced at her

ambled down the pebbled path

lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague and

in his suit pockets. His dignified aura was tinged

silent unless

quiet atmosphere

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

“Ah!”

back, Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t

tumble, he

Cedrick, that was so scary!”

pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle closer into

away when he caught sight of a

crossed her hands and stood silently as she

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

she scoffed and walked away without a backward

“Gwenny!”

Gwendolyn’s cold gaze. However, Evelyn clung to his arm with a

feels like it’s been twisted. It hurts so much!” she

care less about her pain. His gloved hand tightened around her

the start, didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled into my

choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr.

better not be!”

her, not caring to

upset with him, and that mattered more

Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again

love for her, you’ll only end up with deeper wounds. She

shook off Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and dashed

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