“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.

living abroad, seemed to know everything about his

his fist, his eyes filled with determination, “But I’ve made up my mind to win Evadne back, no matter

Frederic was taken aback!

in spending his life entangled with the Ashbourne

women in the world, she was, after all, just a woman. Was it worth it to let one

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

a chuckle and words of encouragement. “Good, it’s great that you have this mindset. I wish you and

Chad.” Thaddeus responded

some reason, the phrase “successful reunion” made him

his voice bright and friendly. “Chad! How’s life overseas? I hear the beaches there are stunning. When are you going to invite me over for

no matter how great it is overseas, it’s not as

long. I wouldn’t want you to tire yourself out. Perhaps, before long, when my health improves a bit, we’ll be able

of his feelings, but his

back, that would be wonderful. We’d all be together

with concern, “But don’t push yourself. I know about your

it against you. I can always come and visit you. It’s just a matter of a few hours, especially with a private jet.

grandfather and grandson chatted a little

he’s planning to come back?

but before he could respond, Mr. Murray

Mr. Jareth and

is here

anything else, Evadne and Jareth had already

was firmly

if they

man, her pale face

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

couldn’t play

is this?”

their fingers tightly interlocked. It was so tight and the shock in his heart was

The crowd was stunned.

her coffee, staring at

Fairhaven family would call Frederic as Mr. Frederic. “Uncle Frederic” came as a surprise. It was

deep breath, lifted the hand that was entwined with Marilla’s, and voiced out the speech he had

We are mutually attracted. I’m deeply in love with your daughter.

Who taught him such cheesy

Marilla couldn’t stand it anymore. She squeezed

her well, even better than Thaddeus treats Ms. Evadne. I swear on my life! I will give

coldly glanced at Jareth, who was using Thaddeus as a reference, lacking

at him and thought, “Better than

his expression was stiff, his speech was rapid, but his gaze was absolutely

was clear that he had been

thought,

don’t doubt your intentions.”

more than thirty years,

“Thaddeus!”

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

stroked his sister’s face, softly saying, “It doesn’t hurt anymore. Your sister–in–law saved

being touched. Even though Thaddeus was her

“That’s good.”

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

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