“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

I brought this on myself, and I owe her so much.” Thaddeus clenched his fist, his eyes filled with determination, “But I’ve

Frederic was taken aback!

his son was resolute in spending his life

was far superior to many women in the world, she was, after all, just a woman. Was it worth it to let one woman turn his life into such a

Hamilton, on the other hand, was extremely excited, slapping

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 Evadne a

Chad.” Thaddeus responded

phrase “successful reunion”

How’s life overseas? I hear the beaches there are stunning. When are you going to invite me over for a vacation

is overseas, it’s

with 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 long, when my health improves a bit, we’ll be able to meet in

outward sign of his feelings,

back, that would be wonderful. We’d all

“But don’t push yourself. I know about

visit you. It’s just a matter of a few hours, especially with a private jet. It won’t be

grandfather and grandson chatted a little

he’s planning to come back? Is that

but before he could respond,

Mr. Jareth and

is here

before he could say anything else, Evadne and Jareth had already entered the

was firmly

openly, as if they were making a public

behind the man, her pale

together, feeling a bit annoyed but unable to

she couldn’t play the role of a

what is this?”

tight and the shock in his heart was no

The crowd was stunned.

choked on her coffee, staring at

as a surprise. It was far too intimate from the usual. Frederic’s entire body tensed, “Jareth,

entwined with Marilla’s, and voiced out the

are in love. We are mutually attracted. I’m deeply in love with your daughter. My feelings for her are as deep as the Grand

both facepalmed. Who taught him such cheesy

couldn’t stand it anymore. She squeezed

treats Ms. Evadne. I swear on my life! I will give her happiness that all women in the world would envy! I love Marilla, please let me marry her!” Jareth was so nervous. He squeezed Marilla’s hand so

who was using Thaddeus

and thought, “Better

his expression was stiff, his

he had been holding this

and thought, “Poor kid,

I don’t doubt your

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

“Thaddeus!”

her clear eyes, “Jareth

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

Thaddeus was her brother, he felt a pang

“That’s good.”

hand, shaking it gently, and asked eagerly, “Evadne, can you please stay by Thaddeus‘ side? Can you take care of him until he is discharged from the hospital? With you by his side,

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