“Son! What a surprise to hear from you!”

Frederic’s face lit up instantly, his warm tone contrasting sharply with his usually aloof and dignified demeanor:

Thaddeus fluttered his long lashes.

In his memory, his father had never spoken to him with such paternal affection, nor had he ever referred to him affectionately as “son“.

Only in the presence of his elder brother did he genuinely act like a doting father. So, in Frederic’s heart, was Elspeth the only woman he loved, and his elder brother the only son he cherished?

The irony was palpable, yet Thaddeus could say nothing.

“Dad, how have you been feeling?” Chad’s deep voice came over the line.

Chad’s voice was distinctive, resonating from his chest, clear even from a distance.

“I’m doing well, son. And you? How’s your health? Everything going smoothly? Any relapses?” Frederic had flown to the States last year to visit his eldest son but had been too tied up this year to make another trip.

“I’m fine. Don’t worry.”

Chad paused, then asked with concern, “I heard Thaddeus got hurt and is in the hospital. How is he? Is it serious?”

Thaddeus frowned slightly.

He didn’t resent his brother’s concern. It was just unexpected that his brother, who hadn’t returned to Elmsworth for over a decade and lived abroad, was aware of his current situation.

Frederic explained, “Thaddeus just had major surgery. He was unconscious for a few days, but he’s awake now.”

Chad asked, “Are you at the hospital to see Thaddeus?”

“Yes, your grandfather and I are in his room.”

“Could you pass the phone to Thaddeus? I’d like to speak with him.”

Frederic complied and walked over to hand the phone to Thaddeus. “Your brother wants to speak with you.”

Thaddeus hesitated before accepting the phone, holding it up to his ear. “Chad.”

“Thaddeus, I heard about your injury and I’m quite concerned. I wish I could fly back to see you.” Chad’s voice was filled with concern.

“Chad, I’m fine. You shouldn’t have to endure a long flight for my sake.”

Thaddeus managed a small smile, trying to reassure him. “I’m doing fine now. There’s nothing to worry about.”

“Your surgery was performed by Miss Evadne, wasn’t it?”

Thaddeus was taken aback. “Yes.”

“I know, Miss Evadne is my sister–in–law. You two divorced this year, but I didn’t expect her to put aside past disagreements to operate on you. Miss Evadne is truly forgiving and generous.”

Even though you two can’t be husband and wife anymore, given her noble character and kindness, you should still maintain a cordial relationship with her.” Chad’s voice held a hint of regret.

Thaddeus’s lips tightened.

seemed to know everything

I ended up where we are. I didn’t appreciate what I had. I brought this on myself, and I owe her so much.” Thaddeus clenched his fist, his eyes filled with determination, “But I’ve made up my mind to win Evadne back, no matter what it takes. My wife, in

Frederic was taken aback!

in spending his life entangled with the

in the world, she was, after all, just

said! Well said indeed!” Hamilton, on the other hand, was extremely excited, slapping Thaddeus on the back so vigorously that he almost

a moment of silence on the phone, followed by a chuckle and words of encouragement. “Good, it’s great that you have this mindset. I wish you and Miss

Chad.” Thaddeus responded

reason, the phrase “successful

voice bright and friendly. “Chad! How’s life overseas? I hear the beaches there are stunning.

great it is overseas, it’s not as good

a gentle laugh, “Grandpa, you’re getting on in years, and the journey is long. I wouldn’t want you to tire yourself out. Perhaps, before

his feelings, but his heart tightened

back, that would be wonderful. We’d all

concern, “But don’t push yourself. I

you can’t come back, I won’t hold it against you. I can always come and visit you. It’s just

a little longer before hanging

planning to come back? Is that true?” Frederic’s eyes brightened as

flickered, but before he could respond, Mr. Murray knocked and

Frederic, Miss Evadne. Mr. Jareth

is here

could say anything else,

Jareth’s hand was

as if they were making a

the man, her pale face blushing

them walk in together, feeling a bit annoyed but unable to

with each other, and she couldn’t play

what is

tight and the shock in his heart was no joke. “Uncle Frederic.” Jareth’s smile was full

The crowd was stunned.

choked on her coffee, staring

Fairhaven family would call Frederic as Mr. Frederic. “Uncle Frederic” came as a surprise. It was far too intimate from the usual. Frederic’s entire body tensed, “Jareth, what do

breath, lifted the hand that was entwined with Marilla’s, and

Frederic! Marilla and I are in love. We are mutually attracted. I’m deeply in love with your daughter. My feelings for her are as deep as

Thaddeus both facepalmed. Who taught

It’s embarrassing.” Marilla couldn’t stand it anymore. She squeezed

good man, a good husband, for Marilla! I will treat her well, even better than Thaddeus treats Ms. Evadne. I swear

coldly glanced at Jareth, who was using Thaddeus as a

him and thought, “Better than me treating Evadne? You can

spoke so much in one breath, his expression was stiff, his speech was rapid, but

that he had been holding this in for

thought, “Poor kid, so

I don’t doubt your intentions.”

storm of business for more than thirty years, was almost overwhelmed by this

“Thaddeus!”

the bedside with small steps, blinking her clear eyes, “Jareth said your head was injured. How are you? Does it still

hurt anymore. Your sister–in–law saved me. She took

his woman’s face being touched. Even though Thaddeus was her brother, he felt a pang of

“That’s good.”

Thaddeus‘ side? Can you take care of him until he is discharged from the hospital? With you by his side, he will be very happy, and

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