His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 801 Evadne gazed into the man's tumultuous eyes, her lips, still flushed and tender from his kiss, quivered slightly.

Suddenly, the image of Alexia's beguiling face cto mind, along with the smile she reserved exclusively for Thaddeus. A peculiar discomfort twisted in Evadne's heart.

She wasn't prone to fits of jealousy. As the esteemed Ms. Ashbourne, CEO of the K Group, she refused to indulge in the petty squabbles so typical of those clingy, dependent women.

Yet, this time, her emotions betrayed her, filling her with an unfamiliar irritation.

"Mr. Chad Abernathy is your brother; he greetedpolitely. Should I not smile back? Would crying be more appropriate?" Evadne turned her face away, trying to avoid his burning gaze, her delicate nose tinged with a hint of red.

Thaddeus' eyes darkened, his fingers gently pinching her chin, turning her face back towards him with a mix of coercion and seduction.

"Evadne, I'm scared." She blinked her moist eyes at him.

"You're so beautiful when you smile. I fear he might becenchanted by you," his voice was hoarse, his lips hovering teasingly over the corner of hers.

"I can't help it if I'm this perfect, constantly radiating charm without even trying." Evadne murmured sulkily, "But even with all my allure, I can't hold a candle to Alexia." Thaddeus' brows knitted together, "What do you mean by that?" "I thought you had eyes only for me, that you were truly interested in no one else. Turns out you just hadn't met someone who caught your fancy," Evadne's soft lips curled, jealousy permeating the entire corridor.

Even though Thaddeus was insensitive, he caught on at that moment and couldn't suppress a chuckle, his heart swelling with joy, "Evadne, are you jealous?" "I am not. It's your body after all; I can't control who you look at! mmm!" Evadne's lips were claimed once more by the man, this second kiss hotter, more passionate, and fierce, leaving her body limp and her mind adrift.

Their bodies pressed tightly together, she could even feel his embarrassingly evident arousal. Shyly pushing against his chest, she couldn't muster the strength to resist.

Despite his prideful physique, Thaddeus was not someone randy. He restrained himself in this crucial moment, despite the struggle.

His large hand caressed the nape of her neck, his voice sultry and low, "It's my fault. If it happens again, I'll blind myself as penance to my lady." "You'd dare to have another time? You cad!" Evadne's eyes flashed, her clenched fist aiming for his shoulder. "But Evadne, you've got it wrong." Thaddeus pulled her into his arms, his gaze lowering to her fair face, "My interest in Alexia stems from a suspicion." "What suspicion?" "The last tI visited my brother in M Country, it was she who received me. She had this orchid-like scent that was remarkably pleasant, and I faintly remember Avery bore the sscent." His voice lowered, eyes thoughtful, "So I used the pretext of buying you perfto inquire about it. She claimed it was a bespoke scent, not available on the market.

Today, when I saw her again, that fragrance was there. I couldn't help but observe her a little more. I'm sorry for upsetting you. It's all my fault." Evadne's lithe arms rested on his broad shoulders as she looked intently into his eyes, "Avery always smells nice, but I've never paid attention to an orchid scent specifically. Are you suggesting that Avery and Alexia are intricately connected?" "I shouldn't mistake it, but this evidence alone is too flimsy. It could merely be a coincidence." Thaddeus was rational, after all. Yet he couldn't shake the belief that his brother was inherently noble and upright - how could he associate with someone as vile as Snakey Avery? After Evadne pondered for a moment, her voice turned cool, "We don't know how long your brother will stay in Elmsworth this time. If he's just visiting Marilla and then leaving, it's one thing, but if he uses this as an opportunity to stay, Thaddeus, you need to keep tabs on him. If Alexia truly has ties to Avery, your brother must know him too. If he stays in Elmsworth, it's inevitable they'll cross paths. Despite my concerns, I sincerely hope that your brother has no dealings with Snakey Avery. After all, you hold him in high regard." "Evadne, if that's your view of my brother, then I can rest easy." Thaddeus sighed with relief, his arms tightening around her slender waist, "I'm not afraid of losing anything, except you." Evadne pursed her lips, poking his chest with a finger, "Thaddeus, can we focus on something other than romance for once? There's trouble brewing in WillowBrook City." She feared for the safety of his empire. Yet, his mind was consumed with thoughts of love! Marilla had just woken up and was still weak, managing only a brief exchange with Jareth before drifting back to sleep.

Chad visited his sister, seriously inquiring about her condition. His visit was short but full of the care and love befitting an older brother.

For Frederic, who had been weighed down with worry for days, this was a day of double celebration.

His daughter had awakened, and his eldest son had returned from abroad. He immediately sent Dennis back to Windermere Estate to prepare a lavish dinner to welcChad home.

Chad went ahead to Windermere Estate with his grandfather and father, while Thaddeus took the exhausted Evadne back to their villa in Elmsworth before rushing back.

Upon his arrival, he found the butler and staff bustling about, moving items, and the coffee table piled with gift boxes.

"What are all these?" Thaddeus inquired of the butler.

"Mr. Thaddeus Abernathy, these are welchgifts that Mr. Chad Abernathy has brought for Mr. Hamilton Abernathy, Mr. Frederic Abernathy, you, and Ms. Abernathy!" The butler was positively beaming as he said, "Just now, Mr. Hamilton Abernathy and Mr. Frederic Abernathy had a look at the gifts, and they were both very pleased. Especially Mr. Frederic Abernathy, each item seemed to strike a chord with him. I haven't seen him this happy and smiling in ages!" Thaddeus, with his eyelids half-closed, carelessly opened one of the gift boxes. Inside was an exquisite cobalt blue vase, which had fetched over 8 million euros at auction.

Just this one item alone was staggeringly valuable. All these things put together, his older brother's visit was nothing short of extravagant.

Thaddeus' lips tightened into a straight line.

The dining room at Windermere Estate hadn't seen this much life in a while. In consideration of Chad's health, the table was laden with light and delicate dishes tonight.

He abstained from alcohol, sticking to fine green tea throughout the meal, and engaged in lively conversation with Hamilton and Frederic, discussing everything from the climate of M Country to its cultural customs - there seemed to be no end to the topics at hand.

Hamilton only occasionally chimed in, his demeanor cool and detached, showing neither particular warmth nor distance towards his eldest grandson.

"Marilla has always been blessed with good fortune, and now that she's made it through this ordeal, brighter days are surely ahead." Chad asked with concern, "Mr. Fairhaven's devotion to Marilla is truly remarkable. From what I saw today, are they nearing their happy conclusion?" "As soon as your sister recovers fully, I plan to settle their engagement," Frederic's eyes glistened with a mix of relief and reluctance at the thought of marrying off his only daughter.

"That's wonderful news! Marilla and Mr. Fairhaven make a perfect match. When the day of their celebration comes, I'll make sure to present a generous gift." "Chad, the presents you've brought Marilla this tare already quite lavish. They're more than enough for the wedding gifts; no need to go to any further expense!" Frederic said, his face lighting up with joy.

"Oh, it's never enough." Chad's lips curled into a gentle, elegant smile, "You only have this one daughter, and I only have this one sister. She deserves all the love we can give.

Over the years, living on my own in M Country, I haven't been able to fulfill my duties as an older brother. Now that my health is somewhat improved, I just want to do whatever I can for my siblings - to makefeel a bit at ease." Frederic was deeply touched, his eyes moist, "Your sentiment alone makesvery happy!" "Chad, the items you've brought today are truly an eye-opener."

Hamilton smiled warmly, and then shifted gears, "It seems you've been living quite comfortably in M Country. The value of your gifts today might even exceed your yearly dividends from the Abernathy Group, no?" Thaddeus glanced at his grandfather discreetly, silently commending the old man's insight.

"In M Country, I've used my dividends from the Abernathy Group to start shumble businesses and make a few investments. Just a bit of luck that paid off," Chad said, his eyes narrowing slightly, his tone both sincere and modest. "What kind of business makes tens of millions? I'm quite intrigued. Maybe you can share sbusiness wisdom with me," Hamilton joked. "It's in pharmaceuticals," Chad responded, his lips parting slightly.

Thaddeus pretended not to care but his gaze was filled with meaning.

"Oh! That can indeed be quite profitable. You have quite the business acumen, Chad!"

Frederic praised openly, and then continued, "Chairman Bright of the in Bright Group in Skyrim abandoned his medical practice to go into business, focusing on the biopharmaceutical industry. He's made a fortune, now leading one of the country's top pharmaceutical groups." "Let's not dwell on the marketplace; it's too dry a subject for a family reunion. After all, it's just about making money." Chad's gaze then shifted to Thaddeus, calm and profound, "Thaddeus, to hear that you and Ms. Ashbourne have reconciled bringsgenuine joy as your elder brother." Thaddeus' lips curved slightly, "Thank you, Chad." "Last month, at an auction in M Country, I stumbled upon an item that I fancied and thought would suit Ms. Ashbourne perfectly, so I purchased it." Chad reached into his suit jacket and pulled out a slim, ornate jewelry box, sliding it across the table, "When you return, please give this to Ms. Ashbourne. It's a small token, a celebration of your renewed bond." Thaddeus hesitated briefly before rising to take the box.

The moment Thaddeus opened the jewelry box, his eyes locked onto the object inside, and his handsface darkened with emotion.

Lying there was a magnificently crafted hairpin, carved from white jade, exquisite and lifelike.

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