His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 87

Chapter 87
The door was open. With a swiftness that suggested he was afraid Evadne might change her mind, Jareth slipped inside.
“Ms. llana, coming over to your place is always like going through a battlefield. So tough!”
He took in the sight of the woman under the light. Wearing a robe that highlighted her curvaceous figure. Her cheeks glowed with a delicate softness that was incredibly attractive.
Jareth couldn’t help but swallow.
“Mr. Jareth, your gaze appears to be a bit inappropriate.” Jason remarked coldly.
“Everyone appreciates beauty. I’m just admiring a work of art, and not harboring any ill intentions.” Jareth laughed it off.
His explanation was so ridiculous it was laughable.
“So, is this Blanche’s masterpiece?” Evadne asked, staring at the box in his arms.
“Yep, bought two. One for Thad’s grandpa, and the other is especially for you.”
Jareth’s eyes were brimming with excitement. “Ilana, Blanche’s works are handcrafted. Only ten pieces are sold each year. They’re really precious, you know?”
Evadne cleared her throat. “Have you eaten? Care to join me if you haven’t?”
“Haven’t! I’ve been waiting outside your hotel since five. I’m so hungry my stomach’s practically touching my back!” Jareth’s voice was shaking with anticipation.
Jason rolled his eyes. Jareth’s laid-back demeanor was enough to make anyone roll their eyes.
Jason, go to the kitchen and make Mr. Jareth a bowl of spaghetti Bolognese.” As she took the box, Evadne instructed him while heading to the living room.
“It seems Mr. Jareth believes our hospitality has been lacking.” Jason saw his chance. “Indeed, our food might not meet your standards. You might not be used to our cooking.” “No! Who said that? Don’t make things up! I’ll eat!”
Jareth felt a sudden pang in his chest as if a firework had just exploded in his mind.

As Jason prepared the meal, Evadne and Jareth sat in the living room admiring Blanche’s work. She held a crystal-clear fan in her hand. The fan was fully opened, resembling a water fountain. The sculpture was carved from a single piece of white crystal, giving the static sculpture a lively beauty.
“Wow…so beautiful…” Evadne couldn’t help but exclaim, feeling as if her soul was purified. She carefully lifted the fan from its stand.
In an instant, Jareth’s eyes widened. Her delicate hands were even more beautiful than the meticulously crafted sculpture, making the crystal fan seem dull in comparison.
“Ilana, do you like it?” Jareth looked at her, head tilted.
“Absolutely, I admire this artist’s work. It’s truly astonishing.” Joy radiated from Evadne’s face.
“I like it too…”
“Thank you, Mr. Jareth. You’re really thoughtful.” Evadne’s expression turned serious. “But I can’t just take it. You must have put a lot of effort into getting this piece. Give me a price, and I’ll buy it.”
“Ilana, I’ll be heartbroken if you talk about money.” Jareth touched his chest.
“I’ve always loved this artist’s work. I was planning to go abroad this year to buy one but didn’t have the time. Your gift is really thoughtful. So, let’s strike a deal. I’ll buy it, and you won’t feel your efforts were wasted. Both of us will be satisfied.”
Evadne smiled. “Besides, I don’t like owing anyone anything.”
“No can do…I won’t take the money!”
“Then name your condition. As long as I can fulfill it, I’m all ears.”
Jareth was delighted to hear this, grinning widely, and then he leaned towards Evadne. “Next week is Grandpa’s birthday. Could you come with me?”
“Choose something else.”
“Didn’t you just agree?” Jareth furrowed his brows, looking anxious.
“I really can’t.”
Evadne looked at him seriously. “I’ve already promised Mr. Hamilton that I’ll accompany him as his granddaughter-in-law for his birthday. After this birthday, I’ll have no ties with the Abernathy family. If I appear at the banquet with another man, I think I’ll make Mr. Hamilton uncomfortable. I just want to spend his birthday happily with him. After all, in the future… I won’t have much time to accompany him.”
A trace of worry flashed in her eyes.
“Ilana, you’re a good person. Thad was too blind to let you go.” Jareth sighed. But he quickly realized that if his friend hadn’t been blind, he wouldn’t have had the chance to meet such a wonderful woman like Evadne.
“So, name another condition.” Evadne gently touched the fan, looking pleased with it.
“Well, could you maybe stop calling me Mr. Jareth and use something more friendly?” Jareth looked at her earnestly.
“Just like that? I rarely agree to such requests.”
“I’m more than happy that you’re staying for dinner!” Jareth gazed at her deeply, seizing every opportunity to express his affection.
“Could I call you Jareth from now on?” Evadne asked.
“Yes, yes, yes! Just call me Jareth!” Jareth’s heart raced with joy.
He felt their relationship had taken a step forward. To him, the name “Jareth” was equivalent to “dear.”
“Miss, the spaghetti Bolognese is ready.”
Jason came over wearing an apron. He was very gentle towards Evadne but not so much with Jareth. “His bowl is also ready. I added chili.”
Hope Jareth couldn’t handle it!
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