His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 443

The favoritism was as clear as day, an unapologetic display of partiality.

It was glaringly obvious that Evadne was the apple of Thaddeus’s eye. Edith? She might as well have been a ghost.

Avery clenched his fists until his knuckles turned white, his body stiff with barely contained rage.

Why was he always one step behind?

Why was it that the spot by Evadne’s side was always occupied by that contemptible bastard?

Ford’s smile turned grim, his expression darkening, but he maintained the polished facade of a gentleman. “You know, there’s a saying I’ve picked up in your country, ‘to cherish the fairer sex! Mr. Thaddeus, your tender care for Ms. Evadne truly marks you as a gentleman. Seems I’ve been too brash, not considering Ms. Evadne’s feelings. I shall penalize myself with a drink.”

With that, Ford drained his glass.

Thaddeus, his eyes deep and unfathomable, didn’t show any weakness as he too downed his drink in one go.

Applause filled the room, dissipating the awkward tension.

But Frederic’s face had turned stormy with anger.

“Dad, what on earth is Thad thinking? It’s clear as day that President Morris has his sights set on Evadne. Isn’t he just asking for trouble by stepping in between them?”

Glynnis couldn’t help but sneer from the sidelines, “To risk the big picture over a girl, Thad’s really not showing the steadiness expected of a CEO.

Beauty has always spelled trouble from time immemorial, and that Evadne, she’s nothing but trouble.”

“Why can’t you be more like Marilla, quiet and demure? What kind of aristocratic lady airs her family’s dirty laundry like you do?” Frederic reprimanded Glynnis sharply, silencing her immediately.

At that moment, Evadne raised her glass again, her smile contagious, “Come on, everyone, let’s raise a toast to William and Mr. Ford’s esteemed presence! Cheers!”

“Cheers!”

Under the charm of Evadne’s radiant smile, the atmosphere lightened again, and everyone lifted their glasses to drink to the toast.

Only Elspeth stood in the corner, gripping her glass so tightly, yet not daring to take a sip.

“Hey, Elspeth, why aren’t you drinking?”

Evadne suddenly turned her gaze towards a pale–faced Elspeth and said with a light, unbothered smile, “In such a joyful moment, and with such -distinguished guests, won’t you join us in celebration? Or perhaps, the million–dollar champagne provided by the Chambers Group doesn’t suit your

taste?”

Elspeth felt a tightness in her chest, her face frozen in an embarrassed smile, her eyes reddening with barely contained fury.

All eyes turned to her, and indeed, her glass remained untouched.

The Chambers family looked displeased, and Matthew gave Bertha a knowing look. The ever–loyal sister of the family sneered, “Elspeth, as the lady of the Abernathy Group, you must have had your fill of the finest spirits. It’s understandable that our humble offerings don’t appeal to you.”

Knowing full well the animosity between her and the Chambers family, especially Bertha, who had tripped her up more times than she could count at social events, Elspeth braced herself for the onslaught.

“I didn’t mean it that way, please don’t misunderstand. It’s just. I’m a lightweight when it comes to alcohol,” Elspeth managed to say,

Before she could finish, Thaddeus cut in, “Elspeth, you’re too modest. At every family gathering, you’re always the life of the party with a drink in hand. There’s no need for restraint on such a celebratory occasion.”

The room filled with murmurs and mixed expressions.

place, Elspeth still hadn’t won the approval of the Abernathy heir?

heavy makeup struggling to hide the deep anger that seemed to

usually so tight–lipped, now suddenly so eloquent when it

were distracted, she

delicate fragrance drifted by, causing Thaddeus’s heart to flutter, his cheeks warming as he pursed his

on his handsome face and stifled

a bashful man he was.

into the night, taking what he

timid.

drink, you don’t need

his gaze heavy with warning, “Don’t spoil everyone

with an arm as rigid as if it were nailed in

she had swallowed poison, Glynnis secretly winced on her behalf.

and Thaddeus, sensing they were up to something he couldn’t

returned to his father’s side, his expression sullen.

you taken a fancy to Alea?” William

I was smitten with Evadne at first sight,” Ford said, his gaze fixed on Evadne’s lovely features, his affection was

all the distinguished ladies here, only Alea

rest are

who had attempted to wipe Thaddeus’s trousers and

boy, you have quite the array of rivals.”

with a half–smiling jest, “Man, Thaddeus and that young buck from the Chambers family are head over heels for Alea. It’s clear as day to anyone with eyes. And you? First time meeting her and you think you

polished up, he’s Mr. Abernathy, CEO of the Abernathy Group Strip away the shine, and he’s just a lapdog for the Abernathy family. Does he really think he’s got a lock on the heir’s seat at

our interests. Our collaboration with the Abernathy Group is crucial right now. Try not to rock

resignation. “You’re right, as always. I’ll keep a

been coerced into downing a stiff drink, felt the alcohol blaze a trail straight to her bladder, and the urge to

herself from Frederic, she left the table. Once out of sight, she hunched over, knees

the effort of holding it in, nearly hopping from foot to foot in

in but before she could lift her skirt, disaster struck, and she was left in a state of utter

until the restroom emptied before she cried out in frustration, pounding on

tantrum subsided, Elspeth calmed down and

an eternity before he

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eyes pleaded for confirmation. “You won’t break your word, will

the other end, devoid of any warmth, mocking even.

tears welling up. “I miss you. I’m going out

the promise of relief his “miracle cure”

she had cast aside

to the rest area by track two. Everyone will be at track one by then, and

eyes shining with hope. “I’ll

opening ceremony, the races began

racing gala always drew

Parade of a Hundred Steeds. The elite showcased

rare lineage galloped across the track, a spectacular

the races themselves.

single event often soared to billions!

others aimed to win a fortune, while a few competed for glory alone,

prized steeds, already waiting in the stables, ready to compete.

you betting on my Treasure today?” Jeff asked, peering through his binoculars at the track and nudging Emeric beside him.

Treasure? When are you going to get

fate by your whims.

it! It’s

place while the others race ahead?” Emeric couldn’t help

face fell as the surrounding