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

train of thought, Gwendolyn could

Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to

Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished

to address you as Mr.

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you

icy façade remained unchanged.

her giggle like a

content with my performance. Cedrick has finally

to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite some time. I’m feeling rather

glanced at her high

pebbled path of

dim lamplight, shrouding their

tucking his hands in his suit pockets. His dignified

stayed silent unless

pace was unhurried, and the quiet

Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed

“Ah!”

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

he reached

that was

tightly, she attempted to snuggle closer into his

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

she

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

finish, she scoffed and

“Gwenny!”

a stab to his heart at the sight of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze.

foot feels like it’s been twisted. It hurts

about her pain. His gloved hand tightened

You deliberately stumbled into

“W–What do you mean, Mr.

better not be!” Cedrick

not

him, and

to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held

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

her, Cedrick shook off Evelyn’s hand ruthlessly and

Evelyn fell to the ground, the

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