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

was already sinning in his heart. After

as his breathing

a great figure.” He leaned in, whispering into her ear his voice

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

widened in anger. She pushed him away and slapped him across the face. “Pervert! You deserve

slap was nothing more

he felt a thrill, his mouth dry, his mind hazy, as if he had had too

hit me, I’ll tell the truth. You really do

this the highest form of harassment, being serious about

“Shut up! Stop talking!”

was as red as a ripe peach. She glared at

things anyway. And there’s no throne to inherit in my

at her, moving closer against her wishes. Tm only interested in you, Evadne. If you won’t let me get close to you, I’d

around, stomping her foot

accident, and she couldn’t

to comment on her figure.

he and Jareth were such close

figure retreat,

fond smile spread across his

“Evadne”

voice rang out

tumed around, her

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

“Debby”

“Evadne“”

time, the voice was even

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.

bore a striking resemblance to Suri of the

heard Evadne call her Debby: Could this be the famed sister of hers, who had married into

her half–sister, tears of surprise

back? Why didn’t you tell me? I

barely an hour ago. I thought I wouldn’t make it, so I did

disturb

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

choked with emotion, and she couldn’t help but

recognized you

“You’ve lost a lot of weight. Your face used to be round like a little doughnut, but now your cheeks have hollowed out. Who’s been

his words, Thaddeus felt a pang in

had married him, her face

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

the days of neglect and indifference

should go

brother used to call me chubby, but now

seem to girl

on Debby’s shoulder and acting coy, “And even if I’ve lost weight, so what? Am I not still pretty? Am I

my sister is the most beautiful.” Debby, even though she was only three years older than her,

“Hello, Miss Debby.”

walked over, his handsome face

over the handsome man before her, her pupils slightly

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