His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 442

The arrival of the Morris family added a subtle edge to the atmosphere.

Frederic and the folks from the Fairhaven estate were quite warm towards them. Though both were from well–to–do families, there was no need to brown–nose, but their cordiality was markedly warmer compared to their attitude towards others.

Only Thaddeus sat aloof and handsome as a statue by Frederic’s side, his gaze heavy with unspoken passion as he stared unwaveringly at the love of his life.

At that moment, Emeric was Winding something to his daughter Evadne, the pair deep in serious conversation, the young woman listening intently, oblivious to the burning gaze that nearly bore holes into her.

Suddenly, Thaddeus’s chiseled face darkened like a storm cloud passing overhead.

Avery had just lifted his champagne flute, leaning forward and completely blocking his line of sight.

The next second, he slowly turned to face him, a teasing smirk on his lips as he raised his glass in a mock toast.

Thaddeus felt as if his blood had turned to ice in his veins, his face casting deep shadows as he clenched the stem of his wine glass so tightly it might snap!

Avery arched an eyebrow, lazily sipping his drink, his expression and smile nothing but provocative!

CRACK-

Thaddeus’s breath caught, and he crushed the stem of the glass, which fell to the floor, drenching him in champagne.

“Oops! Thad, you’ve stained your shirt!” Edith’s attention was entirely on Thaddeus. She sprang up like a jack–in–the–box and rushed to his side.

Then, to everyone’s shock, she knelt down and began to dab at the wet spots on Thaddeus’s trousers with her handkerchief!

The crowd was speechless.

This was a bit too much, wasn’t it? The Fairhaven heiress demeaning herself like this?

Barry and Mrs. Fairhaven were livid, their faces turning an ashen hue. Gary, seeing his niece made a spectacle of, felt no shame but rather seemed amused, barely containing his laughter.

And this chuckle was caught by Jareth, his beautiful eyes narrowing.

But he didn’t plan to intervene. In his eyes, Thaddeus should seize the opportunity to let Edith make a fool of herself, hopefully teaching her a lesson to never again covet a taken man!

“Jareth.” Marilla tugged at his sleeve and called out softly.

–“Hmm? What is it?” Jareth asked gently, looking down.

why, but looking at your uncle Gary, it just feels uncomfortable, Marilla confessed, her candid

ears perked up, catching snippets of the

stop looking at him. Too much trash can hurt your eyes, Jareth wrapped an arm around his petite

a surge of anger but couldn’t show his irritation without seeming petty for eavesdropping on

eyes, her expression adorably

her cheek, “In the future,

cheeks blooming with

choked on his drink, his face

felt a surge of anger. She leaned forward slightly.

a scene; she

just momentarily overwhelmed, her body reacting on its own.

you doing?”

like some street brawler? Are

rosy lips turning white

darkly as

nearly touched Thaddeus, he stood abruptly, a chilling aura swirling

Edith stumbled and fell to the ground in a

scrambled to help her up. Those in the back who hadn’t noticed were now fully aware, and Edith’s embarrassment was complete. “Ms. Fairhaven, please conduct yourself with dignity,” Thaddeus said icily, his voice hanging over her like the threat of a thunderbolt ready to strike.

a sweet satisfaction in her heart.

was probably no other man in the world who could

contain their laughter,

confront Thaddeus. After all, it was his granddaughter who had been shamelessly throwing herself at him, in full view of

disciplined her ten times a day,” Jeff muttered

flatter her. She’s nothing but a wild monkey,” Emeric glanced at his daughter, “Do you remember how many times we had to

Emeric, annoyed that he was bringing

it makes Evadne happy, I’d say we could bulldoze the whole house and build anew!” Jeff was

Gordon to

up, unable to straighten her back, her legs tightly clamped together, her body

pain, thankfully having drunk little water, or else it would have been

the venue, she

predicted. Such lengthy outdoor events were proving

twinkled mischievously as she suddenly stood up with a champagne glass in hand and addressed the gathering.

gentlemen, it’s a pleasure to be here with you all, celebrating this splendid occasion. Today, not only have I had the honor of meeting esteemed elders and dear friends, but also legends of the corporate world, like Mr. Morris and Mr. Ford. It’s a delightful surprise

“I’d like to toast to these two gentlemen, welcoming them to Elmsworth.” As she finished

the great families, and perhaps in the entire

beautiful and noble woman, unable to shift his

with contempt, “Who do you think you are, playing hostess to the big shots like they even know

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I had no idea you were the daughter of the K Group’s chairman. You’ve truly surprised me.

was

to have personal connections with the nation’s top business moguls!