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.

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

train of thought,

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

hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn

Jenson, I feel it’s more intimate to address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is that all right?” Evelyn

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

you

remained

made her giggle

it means he’s content

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

at her high

down the pebbled path of

lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague

hands in his suit pockets. His dignified aura was tinged with an

unless Evelyn initiated

was unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere

Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled

“Ah!”

back, Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t even

realizing her imminent tumble, he reached out to steady

Cedrick, that was so

Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle

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

as she fixed Cedrick

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

he could finish, she scoffed and walked

“Gwenny!”

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

been twisted. It hurts so much!” she

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

the start, didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled into my

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

not be!”

go of her, not caring to verify

him, and that

Evelyn

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 she has not confessed her love to you up until now. Can’t you see

off Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and dashed

to the ground, the pristine white

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