Wooing My Ex-Wife by Mr. Adeel

Chapter 257

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.

to comfort himself. “Although

by his train of thought, Gwendolyn could only

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

hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished

more intimate to address you as Mr. Cedrick.

yourself,” Cedrick

“Mr. Cedrick, were you satisfied with my socializing just now?”

façade remained unchanged. “It was okay.”

giggle like a

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

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

her high heels

the pebbled

by the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in

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

unless Evelyn initiated the conversation.

quiet atmosphere

next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance and instinctively stumbled into Cedrick’s arms.

“Ah!”

Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t even touch

he reached out to steady her.

was so scary!” Evelyn exclaimed.

Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle closer

when he caught sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing not far away from them.

and stood silently as she fixed Cedrick

let me explain-”

finish, she scoffed and

“Gwenny!”

heart at the sight of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze.

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

tightened around her neck, fury visible in

deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her misunderstand me,

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

be!” Cedrick warned.

of her, not caring

with him, and that mattered more

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

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