Chapter 405

Today, the only people present were members of the Ashbourne family.

Thaddeus, with a cool and composed demeanor, walked side by side with Evadne, completely unfazed by being the only outsider there.

On the contrary, this was the moment when he should be even more composed.

He needed to become Evadne’s rock, her steadfast support. He wanted to create an environment where she could completely let her guard down, feel completely safe around him.

Gordon trailed behind Thaddeus, breaking out in a cold sweat at the sight of all the brothers–in–law. When it was his turn to get married, he would make sure to avoid a family with so many older brothers. It was just too intimidating.

“Evadne!”

Everyone hurriedly approached, gathering around Evadne.

Seeing Thaddeus, the Ashbourne family’s expressions weren’t as unpleasant as before.

In the past, they might have given him the cold shoulder.

“Thank you for everything in these past few days.”

Evadne then turned to Nydia, who was pushing Jason in his wheelchair, and thanked her for taking care of Jason, “Thank you, Nydia. You’ve really helped me a lot.” “We’re family, Evadne. You don’t have to thank me.” Nydia replied, her heart warmed by Evadne’s words.

“Jason, get well and treat my sister well.”

Evadne moved forward, taking Jason’s hand in her left and Nydia’s in her right, firmly linking thern together, “I hope that from now on, the person you’ll protect with all your might is Nydia.”

Tears welled up in Jason’s eyes as he looked past Evadne to the man standing tall and strong behind her.

Yes, it was time for him to step back.

His girl already had someone to protect her, someone far stronger and more reliable than him.

Thaddeus silently watched Evadne’s slim but strong figure, his heart softening. He longed to hold her close and announce to the world – she had him and that was enough. A few minutes later, the ceremony officially began.

Just then, Elvis, who had been outside for some fresh air, quickly approached Evadne with a grim expression.

“Evadne, we have a problem. I don’t know who leaked the news, but a bunch of reporters just showed up!”

“What?” Evadne’s eyes widened in surprise, “Elvis, you’re usually so careful. Everyone here is part of our family, so no one would’ve leaked the news!“.

“According to our people, the bodyguards outside are from the Abernathy group.”

As he spoke, Elvis glanced meaningfully at Thaddeus.

“It wasn’t me,” Thaddeus stated firmly.

“I know.” Evadne raised her hand in a commanding gesture. “If I had any doubts about you, I wouldn’t have invited you here.”

Thaddeus was visibly moved by her words.

“The only people who would benefit from this are Elspeth and Glynnis. They know best how Erica died. They’re simply waiting and longing for this day. They’re always looking for a chance to make a scene in front of the media and improve their public image. If they dare to make trouble at an Ashbourne family’s event, they’re just asking for trouble!”

Her commanding presence swept away all objections. Even Thaddeus and Elvis felt a chill run down their spines.

“Ms. Evadne.”

Erica’s grandmother spoke up in

expression. Evadne’s heart ached and she quickly rushed

No matter what happens, you have nothing

Outside the funeral hall.

This event was a potential headline maker! The members of the Abernathy and Ashbourne groups all present at

that Erica’s death was somehow connected to the Abernathy and

it would be a

showing no mercy, causing the death of an

the real culprit behind

this was just

been lured here by Elspeth and

formed a human wall, pushing the reporters back. After all, the wife and

of the limos, Elspeth was reapplying her makeup, trying to

we really need to be at

starting to get cold feet, “We’ve never won in our battles with Evadne. In fact, we’ve been thoroughly beaten. And with Erica just dead, shouldn’t we be avoiding

At this point,

like a vengeful ghost. “If Evadne had any evidence, she would’ve confronted us by now. The fact that she

Glynnis nodded thoughtfully.

killer instinct and tough personality, if she had any evidence, she would’ve blown the roof off the Abernathy

now?

don’t show up, wouldn’t that make me look cold and uncaring?

perfect opportunity to gain some popularity and establish a good reputation. Have you prepared the money I asked you to

ready. But mom, is it really necessary to give so much?”

to make money. I wouldn’t blink an eye

nothing was more important than keeping that secret under

two got out of the car, they switched on their warm and kind personas. They were seasoned actresses, tears welling up in their eyes as soon as they faced

your personal maid, is that true?” a reporter thrust

a handkerchief and answered, “Yes, Erica was my maid. She was a kind and honest person. She worked hard during her years in the Abernathy family and we

I always treated her like she was my

didn’t forget to

Glynnis, despite being a part

my duty and responsibility to attend her funeral,” Elspeth cried

“How do you plan to

at the Abernathy group, failed to pay careful attention to each of our employees. We also bear some responsibility. So, we have prepared some compensation to express our condolences. Although we can’t

impression of Elspeth, which had taken a nosedive,

walked towards the memorial

followed them, shoving their

and Glynnis froze. Their eyes widened

stood the Ashbourne family, their presence as

by side, their expressions mirrored each other. Fury blazed in their crimson eyes, both burning with the desire to

calm, whereas Glynnis, terrified by Evadne’s piercing gaze, was gasping

Evadne, the deceased should

sorrowfully at Evadne, “No matter our past grievances, I am here today only

speaking, Evadne stepped forward, glaring

Ashbourne family and their bodyguards also moved forward, making Elspeth and Glynnis

reporters took

influence was not something

a formidable shield, providing her with a

his face in front of the media. He

make them drop dead on the spot, without them even knowing how

to Erica, except for the

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