Evadne strolled toward the banquet hall, humming a tune to herself.

She knew that Mia was in for a tough time.

Well, let the games begin!

She knew Matthew, or it was more about knowing men in general. They were superficial creatures, with their pride weighing more than anything else. And if someone tarnished the reputation of the Chambers family’s golden boy, he would make life hell for them.

It served Mia right for messing with her sister. A good thrashing was what she deserved!

“Evadne”

A sonorous, affectionate voice echoed behind her,

Her heart fluttered wildly as she clenched her fists.

There was no other voice in the world that could disrupt her heartbeat

Except for that man.

It was the man she once loved dearly, the man who had wrecked her

Evadne took a deep breath to calm herself and turned around, her gaze icy

Thaddeus stood a few steps away, holding a beautifully wrapped box. He walked towards her, his posture dignified, his stride as swift as the wind Tm here his voice and gaze softened as he placed his eyes on her

Evadne remained expressionless. “Hmm.”

He pursed his lips, his eyes filled with regret. Tm sorry, I intended to come earlier to see if I could help you with anything. But it seems that I’m a bit late” The man who was once as proud as a peacock, now appeared as humble as a servant before Evadne

“Why would we need help from an outsider for the Ashbournes banquet?”

Evadne sneered, glancing around. “Where’s Grandpa? Didn’t he come with you?”

“Grandpa is already here. He’s in the reception room chatting with Chairman Emeric” Thaddeus replied gently

“Alright, I’ll go see Grandpa. You can do as you please.”

Without a hint of hesitation, Evadne turned to leave.

“Evadne” Thaddeus reacted urgently, grabbing her hand tightly

“Stop pulling me! If someone sees us, it’ll cause misunderstandings. Let go!” Evadne struggled, her cheeks flushing slightly

“There’s no one else here, just the two of us

Thaddeus took a deep breath, his gaze intense, pulling her closer. “As a complete opportunist, I can’t afford to miss any chance, even if I have to create one myself.” Evadne, in her towering heels, was caught off balance and gasped

And then, like a bird finding its nest, she fell into his firm, broad chest.

Thaddeus, his eyes wide, was left to hold her with one arm while holding the gift box in the other.

“Uh Evadne pressed against his muscular arm.

Thaddeus held his breath, stunned.

He could feel her soft, warm body pressing against him.

round figure

his heart. After all, he

as his breathing became ragged, his

He leaned in, whispering into her ear his

shivers down her spine as his body radiated unbearable

pushed him away and

nothing more than a tickle

felt a thrill, his mouth dry, his mind

you hit me, I’ll tell the truth. You really do have a great figure,”

this the highest form of harassment, being serious about

“Shut up! Stop talking!”

red as a ripe peach. She glared at him, “Stay away from me, or

doesn’t matter. I’m not interested in those things anyway. And there’s no throne to

you, Evadne. If you won’t let me

around, stomping her foot

it was an accident, and she

the situation to comment on her

he and Jareth were such close friends! Birds of

figure

fond smile spread across his

“Evadne”

out from behind,

around, her heart

welled up with tears. She dashed past Thaddeus and ran towards

“Debby”

“Evadne“”

time, the voice was even

Thaddeus tumed in shock.

had called her

standing not far away. Her brows were delicate, her face full and fair. Her makeup was just right, and her clear, firm

bore a striking resemblance to Suri

her Debby: Could this be the famed sister of hers, who had married

Ashbourne, her half–sister, tears of

Why didn’t you tell

just amved tonight, barely an hour ago. I thought I wouldn’t make it, so I

to disturb

Debby’s eyes, as she gently patted her sister’s back, “Isn’t this a surprise for

surprise, such a surprise!” Evadne’s voice choked with emotion, and

I hardly recognized you from the back”

lot of weight. Your face used to be round like a little doughnut, but now your cheeks

Thaddeus felt a pang

him, her face wasn’t

but the lady who was always bustling around him, her bright eyes

the hardships she had endured by his side? Or the days of neglect and indifference in those three years that had worn her

should

now I’ve slimmed down, he can’t

didn’t seem to girl in

I’ve lost weight, so what? Am I

even though she was only three years older than her,

“Hello, Miss Debby.”

Thaddeus walked over, his handsome face impassive, trying to

handsome man before

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