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.

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

his train of thought, Gwendolyn could only shake

in the quiet corner for a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself.

garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished a round of socializing.

you as Mr. Cedrick.

yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

she cooed, “Mr. Cedrick, were you satisfied with

icy façade remained unchanged. “It was

like a child receiving candy.

up, it means he’s content with my

you accompany me to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite some time.

at her high heels

the pebbled

surrounding them was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding

tucking his hands in his suit pockets.

stayed silent unless Evelyn initiated the

atmosphere

of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost

“Ah!”

Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t even touch the corners of her dress.

her imminent tumble, he reached

was so

face turned pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to

sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing not

stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with

let me

finish, she scoffed and walked away without

“Gwenny!”

Gwendolyn’s cold gaze.

my foot feels like it’s been twisted. It hurts

tightened around her neck, fury

you? You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her misunderstand

out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt. If you don’t

be!”

go of her, not caring to

that mattered more than

Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held onto

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