“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

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.

Frederic was taken aback!

was resolute in spending his life entangled with

that Evadne was far superior to many women in the world, she was, after all, just a woman. Was it worth

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

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

Chad.” Thaddeus responded

the phrase “successful reunion” made

phone from Thaddeus, 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 a vacation and get some

matter how great it is overseas,

you to tire

gave no outward sign of his feelings, but his heart tightened

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

with concern, “But don’t push yourself.

come and visit you. It’s just a matter of a few

grandson chatted a little

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

but before he could respond,

Frederic, Miss Evadne. Mr. Jareth and

is here too?”

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

Jareth’s hand was

openly, as if they

hid timidly behind the man, her

in together, feeling a bit annoyed but unable to

each other, and she couldn’t play the role of

is this?”

was so tight and the shock in his heart was no joke. “Uncle Frederic.”

The crowd was stunned.

her

as a surprise. It was far too intimate from the usual. Frederic’s entire

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

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

Thaddeus both facepalmed. Who taught him

stop. It’s embarrassing.” Marilla couldn’t stand it anymore. She squeezed his hand, her face flushed like a ripe

I wasn’t the best person in the past, but I promise to be a good man, a good husband, for Marilla! I will treat her well, even better than Thaddeus treats Ms. Evadne. I

glanced at Jareth, who was using

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

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

he had been holding

thought, “Poor

doubt your

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

“Thaddeus!”

walked to the bedside with small steps, blinking her clear eyes, “Jareth said

sister’s face, softly saying, “It doesn’t hurt anymore. Your

touched. Even though Thaddeus

“That’s good.”

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, he will be very happy, and he will

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