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.

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

thought,

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

fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn

feel it’s more intimate to address you as

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you satisfied with my socializing

icy façade remained unchanged. “It was

made her giggle like

Rounded up, it means he’s content with my performance. Cedrick has finally praised me!

face beamed with delight. “Could you accompany me to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite some time. I’m feeling rather

at her high heels

the pebbled path

lamplight, shrouding

his suit pockets. His dignified aura was

unless

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

the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she

“Ah!”

Cedrick avoided her fall

he reached out to

Cedrick, that was so scary!” Evelyn

pale. Grasping his arms tightly,

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

crossed her hands and stood silently as she fixed Cedrick

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

and walked

“Gwenny!”

to his heart at the sight of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze. However,

my foot feels like it’s been twisted. It hurts so much!”

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

You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her

air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt.

better not be!”

her, not caring to verify her

and that mattered more than

he turned to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held onto his suit

she said, “Mr. Cedrick, 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 be with you now, but I bet

her, Cedrick shook off Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and dashed

fell to the ground, the pristine white hem of her dress stained