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.

one go to comfort himself. “Although I

by his train of thought, Gwendolyn could only shake

of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to visit the

Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished a round

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

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you satisfied with my socializing just

icy façade remained unchanged. “It was

answer made her giggle like a

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

accompany me to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve

her high heels and

ambled down the pebbled path of the

them was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague

hands in his suit pockets. His dignified aura was tinged with an

silent unless Evelyn initiated the

was unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere brought about a sense of

pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance

“Ah!”

fall and didn’t

tumble, he reached

was so scary!” Evelyn

Grasping his arms tightly,

about to push her away when he caught sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing not far

she fixed Cedrick

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

and walked away without a backward

“Gwenny!”

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

like it’s been twisted. It hurts so

gloved hand tightened around her neck, fury visible

you? You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to

in agony, reddening 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 me, you can check. I/swear

better not

let go of her, not caring to verify

him, and that mattered more

to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again

love for her, you’ll only end up with deeper wounds. She may be willing to be with you now, but I bet

off Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and

guard, Evelyn fell to the ground, the pristine white