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,

train of thought, Gwendolyn could only

catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to visit the restroom. I’ll be

garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had

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

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

“Mr. Cedrick, were you satisfied with my socializing

remained unchanged.

her giggle like a child receiving

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

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

at her high

the pebbled path of the

lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes

in his suit

unless Evelyn initiated the

the quiet atmosphere brought about a

the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance and instinctively stumbled into Cedrick’s

“Ah!”

reflexive step back, Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t even touch the corners of her

realizing her imminent tumble, he reached

Cedrick, that was so scary!”

Grasping his arms tightly, she

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

silently as she fixed Cedrick with a frigid and

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

finish, she scoffed and

“Gwenny!”

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

like it’s been twisted. It

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

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

Mr. Cedrick? My foot is

better not be!” Cedrick

go of her, not caring to verify her

upset with him, and that mattered more

turned to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once

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

Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and

the pristine white