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

his heart. After all, he

went blank as his breathing became ragged, his

have a great figure.” He leaned in, whispering into her

words sent shivers down her spine as his body radiated unbearable heat, enveloping her, entangling

and

more than a

Instead, he felt a thrill, his mouth dry, his mind hazy, as

I’ll tell the truth. You really do

the highest form of harassment,

“Shut up! Stop talking!”

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

not interested in those things anyway. And there’s

wishes. Tm only interested in you, Evadne. If you won’t let me get close to you, I’d rather die.” “Then go ahead! Die! I won’t

turned around, stomping

accident, and she couldn’t blame

advantage of the situation to comment on

wonder he and Jareth were such close friends!

watched her delicate figure retreat, imagining

smile spread

“Evadne”

powerful voice rang out from behind, filled

tumed around,

with tears. She dashed past Thaddeus and ran

“Debby”

“Evadne“”

voice was

Thaddeus tumed in shock.

had called her

elegant, blue office suit was 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

had just heard Evadne call her Debby: Could this be the

Ashbourne, her half–sister, tears of surprise

back? Why didn’t you tell me?

thought I wouldn’t make

to disturb you

patted her sister’s back, “Isn’t

surprise, such a surprise!” Evadne’s voice choked with emotion, and she couldn’t

you from the

of joy and sadness. “You’ve lost a lot of weight. Your face used to be round like a little doughnut, but

his words, Thaddeus felt

married him, her

didn’t know when, but the lady who was always bustling around him,

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

really should go to

but now I’ve slimmed down, he

to girl

if I’ve lost weight,

most beautiful.” Debby, even though she was only three years older than her, spoiled

“Hello, Miss Debby.”

walked over, his handsome face impassive, trying to get

looked over the handsome man before

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