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.

his glass in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to marry you, being your confidant

thought, Gwendolyn could only shake her

the quiet corner for a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse

fountain, Cedrick and

intimate to address you as

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

you satisfied with my

remained

answer made her giggle like

bad. Rounded up, it means he’s content with my performance. Cedrick has

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

glanced at her high heels

the pebbled

was accented by the dim lamplight,

silence, tucking his hands in his suit pockets.

unless

and the quiet atmosphere brought

about which topic to broach next, Evelyn 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 even touch the

he reached

was so scary!”

pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted

was about to push her away when he caught sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing

hands and stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with a

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

he could finish, she scoffed and walked away without

“Gwenny!”

sight of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze. However, Evelyn clung to his arm

it’s been twisted. It hurts so

her pain. His gloved hand tightened around her neck, fury visible in

didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her misunderstand

face twisted in agony, reddening with distress. Gasping for air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt.

not be!”

of her, not caring to

him, and that mattered more

Gwendolyn, Evelyn

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

Cedrick shook off Evelyn’s

the pristine white hem of her dress stained with