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.

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

by his train of thought,

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

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

address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you satisfied with my

icy façade remained unchanged.

giggle

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

me to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for

at her

down the pebbled path of

was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding

tucking his hands in his suit pockets. His dignified aura

silent unless Evelyn

unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere brought about

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

“Ah!”

Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t even touch the corners of her

he reached out

was so scary!”

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

caught sight of a

and stood silently as she fixed

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

she scoffed and walked away without a

“Gwenny!”

of Gwendolyn’s

foot feels like it’s been twisted. It

His gloved hand tightened

deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting

she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt. If you don’t believe me, you can

better not

let go of her, not caring to

and that mattered more than

pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again

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

off Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and dashed

fell to the ground, the pristine white hem

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