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.

full, round figure was

his heart. After all, he

mind went blank as his breathing became ragged, his eyes

you have a great figure.” He leaned in,

spine as his body radiated unbearable heat, enveloping

in anger. She pushed him away and slapped him across the face.

nothing more

dry, his mind hazy, as if

the truth. You really do

the highest form of harassment, being serious

“Shut up! Stop talking!”

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

those things anyway.

interested in you, Evadne. If you won’t let

around, stomping her foot in

was an accident, and she

advantage of the situation to comment on her figure. How could he be

wonder he and Jareth were such close friends! Birds

figure retreat,

fond smile spread

“Evadne”

powerful voice rang out

tumed around, her heart

tears. She dashed past Thaddeus and ran towards the person

“Debby”

“Evadne“”

the voice was even

Thaddeus tumed in shock.

had called her

were delicate, her face full and fair. Her makeup was just right, and her clear, firm eyes held a

striking resemblance to Suri

Could this be the famed

half–sister, tears of surprise

come back? Why didn’t

amved tonight, barely an hour ago. I thought I

disturb

her sister’s back, “Isn’t this

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

I hardly recognized you from

of weight. Your face used to be round like a little doughnut, but now your cheeks have hollowed out. Who’s been mistreating you? Aren’t you allowed to

Thaddeus felt a pang in

remembered when Evadne had married him, her face wasn’t thin, but father, adorably

didn’t know when, but the lady who was always bustling around him, her bright eyes gradually dimmed, and

because of the hardships she had endured by his side? Or the

should

chubby, but now I’ve slimmed

to girl in

lost weight, so what? Am I

even though she was only three years older

“Hello, Miss Debby.”

then, Thaddeus walked over, his handsome face impassive, trying to

man

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