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.

red wine in his glass in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to marry

thought, Gwendolyn

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

at the hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had just

address you as Mr. Cedrick.

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you satisfied with

remained

her giggle like a child

content with my performance. Cedrick

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

at her high heels

ambled down the pebbled path of

the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague

tucking his hands in his suit pockets. His dignified aura

stayed silent unless

quiet atmosphere brought

in thought about which topic to broach next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance and instinctively stumbled

“Ah!”

her fall and didn’t even touch the corners

imminent tumble, he

Cedrick, that was

pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle

sight of a silhouette in a red dress

hands and stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with a frigid

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

and

“Gwenny!”

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

feels like it’s been twisted.

less about her pain. His gloved hand tightened around her neck,

from the start, didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled

twisted in agony, reddening with distress. Gasping for air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr.

not be!” Cedrick

her, not caring

him, and that

Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held onto his suit

truly don’t understand Gwendolyn. Despite your relentless love for her, you’ll only end up with deeper wounds. She may be

Cedrick shook off Evelyn’s hand

the pristine

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