His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 468

Bertha latened intently, and it all clicked into place.

Elvira was a household name among the elite of Elmsworth, and her reputation as a psychic had even drawn the wealthy from afar to have their fortunes told.

But beneath her glamorous facade, Elvira’s hands were dirty with all manner of sordid dealings. Money talked, and for the right price, she’d play matchmaker for the rich and powerful without batting an eyelid.

get what you’re saying. Dad’s always been superstitious, forever running to some medium or another for a reading. So, I set it up. I introduce Elvira to Dad, he’s bound to be keen on meeting her

Bertha’s mind whirred with schemes. “Then, behind the scenes, I’ll grease Elvira’s palm, have her spin a tale that you and the Ashbourne heiress are a match made in heaven, that she’s got her sights set on you and it be a boon for the Chambers Group.

On the flip side, if the Ashbourne gal ends up with our youngest brother, it’ll spell disaster for the Chambers clan, Dad’s an old superstitious fool. Once he hears it, he won’t think twice about the youngest and will move heaven and earth to unite you with the Ashbourne estate,”

“That would be perfect! Thanks so much, Bertha Byron said, gripping his sister’s hand with fervent gratitude.

“Byron, we’re cut from the same cloth, raised together since we were knee–high to a grasshopper. Mom passed early, and Dad remarried that wen who cuckolds him at every turn, not to mention that hall–brother of ours eyeing our inheritance. We’ve got to stick together. If I’m not on your side, then whose side am I on?” Bertha spoke from the heart.

As a married woman, with a husband embroiled in political warfare, she barely kept afloat. She often had to dip into her own savings to help him maneuver in the shadows, all while maintaining her facade as a lady of high society.

If Avery’s influence continued to grow, she’d lose even the last shred of dignity within the Chambers Group.

When the time came to divide the inheritance, her brothers would take care of her. The youngest? He’d be lucky not to bury her. So she was dead set on helping Byron to the end.

“But remember, we’re not living in the dark ages anymore. Parents can’t call all the shots.”

Byron rolled a cigar between his fingers, his gaze clouded with concern. Tve heard that Nydia and Evadne’s secretary are thick as thieves, and Evadine’s all for them being together. You know what kind of pull Evadne has. She’s the apple of Chairman Emeric’s eye and has Thaddeus’s backing. She’s bold enough to lock horns with the Fairhavens in public. If she decides to stand in our way, getting Nydia to the altar might hit a smag.”

Asly smile flickered across Bertha’s face as a dark idea took root. “Byron, the solution is simple. We just need to play a little rough.” “What do you mean?”

“Make a binding commitment,” she said with a sinister undertone

Byron was takensback!

Although he was no stranger to conquests, Nydia was the precious flower of the Ashbourne family, not one to be tried with lightly

“If we involve Elvira, it’s not a surefire win. Even if Dad agrees, Chairman Emeric might not. So instead of hanging in suspense, why not just secure the girl, force Emeric’s hand to marry her to you, and leave Evadne with no room to intervene? Meaning, even if you can’t have her heart, you’ve got to claim her first.”

Byron, struck by the ides, nodded fiercely. “You’re right.”

With their plot set, the siblings clinked glasses and popped open a bottle of champagne.

Unbeknownst to them, a small listening device under the table blinked its red light ominous!

At the other end of the listening device–The Velvet Haven.

Avery lounged elegantly on a lavish vintage sofa, his delicate yet ambiguous features as enigmatic as a noble vampire. He swirled the red wine in his glass, listening intently to the Chambers‘ siblings‘ conspiracy. The more he heard, the more he wanted to laugh

aren’t they quite the

plotting against you, and you’re not the least bit angry.” Harvey, by his side, was both incensed and bewildered. “Why should I be angry? Their actions are playing right into my hands.”

a chilling smile. I’m not just unbothered. I’ll even lend my dear brother a hand, Consider it my wedding gift to him and Ms.

to Bertha’s machinations, Jeff had a

a line so convincing that

After all, that was

to please him, he couldn’t replace Byron’s place in his heart, not

a man of immense pride. Even if Nydia wasn’t the daughter

could he

off such a radiant young

the right opportunity to broach the subject once more, however slim the chances. Time dew by, and soon the anticipated weekend arrived.

Group’s William and his son were making their first visit to Elmsworth and hosting a top–tier business dinner

outskirts of Elmsworth was booked out entirely by William and his son. The exterior was

privacy at the event

through a temporary passage to avoid the prying eyes of the media. Even the typically ostentatious Fairhavens kept a

on the interner’s collective memory, and they weren’t keen on ripping off the scab “Grandpa, do you really think Mr. Frederic will announce my engagement to Thad at the dinner tonight?” Edith purred from her

right to refuse? Not unless he wants to kiss his position at the Abernathy Group goodbye, along with

heavily, his weathered face clouding over. Tve settled things with Mr. Frederic, and he’s quite pleased with the match. With the wedding gift I’ve arranged for you, not to mention the leverage our family holds, he has no reason to

has always favored Evadne over his own granddaughters. If

do you think Hamilton can pull the strings? Right now, the Abernathy Group is

peace, set foot in the Abernathy family. That Ashboume girl has outsmarted herself! Don’t worry, Edith She won’t block

you, Grandpar Edith’s face it up with excitement as she resumed her endearing

tonight’s vital gathering, in front of both families,

already sealed the deal with Frederic,

would

she would find the perfect opportunity to shatter that tramp’s dignity and ensure no man would ever desire her

hall, the

shimmered with the fragrance of flowers and the glitter of high

arrived not with his family but alongside Jareth, as if to avoid any insinuation

entrance, capturing the

dared not covet, well aware that

the Ashbourne heiress for a man? And truly who

gaze these ladies cast upon Jareth was starkly different, a blend

been publicly acknowledged only once, at the racing club, leaving the vast majority oblivious. Thus, Jareth

held no allure next to Thaddeus, his

Marita alone at home?” Thaddeus asked

I need to become a eunuch before you see me in a new

away. “Time

women swooped in like vultures the moment they heard I needed a date. I nearly lost it if they weren’t women, believe me, they’d live been flat on the

“Marilla hates these kinds of events. She gets anxious and uncomfortable. Honestly. I didn’t want to come either, but duty calls. I’ve taken my uncle’s place, helping Grandpa manage the Fairhaven Group. So, I had to show up tonight: Thaddeus’s

“Huh?”

in advance, Mr.

a complex joy rising in his heart at

Jareth to those in the Fakhaven Group and beyond, never

battle, never expecting victory to

Jareth demurred, though his eyes sparkled with anticipation.

supportive hand on his shoulder. “I’m truly happy for you, Jareth. Now that you’re moving up, it’s time to divest from those gray area businesses. At the very least, keep your public profile clean. It’ll affect how you’re perceived in the Fairhaven Group and by the public.