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.

one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have

of thought, Gwendolyn could only shake her

for a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to visit the restroom. I’ll

hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had just

intimate to address you as

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

she cooed, “Mr. Cedrick, were you satisfied

icy façade remained unchanged. “It

made her giggle like a child

it means he’s content with my

beamed with delight. “Could you accompany me to a quieter place to rest, Mr.

at her high

pebbled path of the

tranquility surrounding them was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague

walked in silence, tucking his hands in his suit pockets. His

silent unless Evelyn initiated

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

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

“Ah!”

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

imminent tumble, he reached out to steady

was so

Her face turned pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she

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

stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with a

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

he could finish, she scoffed and walked away

“Gwenny!”

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

my foot feels like it’s been twisted.

about her pain. His gloved hand

start, didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled

“W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt. If you don’t believe me, you can check. I/swear I’m not

better not be!” Cedrick

go of her, not caring to verify

with him, and that

Evelyn once

and weak look. Her tone turned uncharacteristically stern as 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 she has

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

ground, the pristine