His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 464

Chapter 464

“Hey? Emeric, where’s Evadne? Jeff craned his neck, peering outside with persistent curiosity.

“She won’t be joining us tonight, Jell. Evadne is injured and needs her rest. I’ve told her to stay

wy put and recover, Emeric replied with a nonchalant shrug.

“Emeric, you’re being unfair, man. You promised to bring Evadne over this time, Besides, we’re practically family now, not just guests!” Jeff rambled on though confusion gnawed at him inside.

Emeric settled into his seat, “If you really care about Evadne, you should let her heal properly. No need to drag her around.”

It was just before that horse race that he’d met with Emeric in private.

They had hit it off, and Emeric seemed quite taken with his son, assuring him that he would support the union between Evadne and Avery, welcoming Evadine into the Chambers family as a daughter–in–law.

He had also pondered Byron’s marriage prospects, his beloved second son, second only to his eldest in his affections.

He was angling for a double celebration, hoping to propose to Emeric and Myra’s daughter Nydia on behalf of Byron.

Originally, he didn’t think Nydia was a match for Byron given her modest background.

But now that Byron was down to one good leg, he wasn’t in a position to be choosy, and Ms. Nydia suddenly seemed much more appealing. That was why he’d eagerly brought Byron along tonight, to meet with Nydia,

But what he couldn’t fathom was why Emeric, who had virtually handpicked Avery as his son–in–law, had come without Evadne and with a noticeably

cooler demeanor

Avery, his interest thoroughly extinguished, downed a glass of bourbon in frustration

Tonight, the unsuspecting Nydia was a vision in an elegant white lace dress that highlighted her flawless porcelain skip, Her dancer’s physique was lithe and graceful as a swan, and her exposed legs were as perfect as a sculpted masterpiece

Usually, Evadine’s stunning beauty and presence overshadowed Nydia

But now, it was clear that both sisters were beauties in their own right, reminiscent of the classic novel’s contrasting heroines, like the fair and virtuous Amy and the fiery and passionate Jo.

Byron, having spent too much time in the hospital and away from female company aside from nurses couldn’t take his eyes off Nydia,

Avery, reading his less–than–pure thoughts with a glance, couldn’t help but suppress a cold, mocking smile.

barely touched his food, seemingly without an

diligently attentive, serving her food and pouring her drinks, but she only responded with polite reserve,

her dear Jason.

the race’s over, about the arrangement we

Jeff could finish, Emeric finally spoke up with a grave tone, Jeff, I know how much you adore Evadne. You’ve practically raised her alongside your daughter. And I’m aware of Avery’s esteem for her, and he’s shown nothing but respect and diligence, qualities I admire in a young man. But feelings can’t be forced. Evadne has given her heart to another, and you know very

words caught the Chambers

his handsome features tight as if carved from ice. Even without a word,

but snicker at the

family and becoming Emeric’s favored son–in–law to leverage control over the Chambers Group against your

implying? Didn’t we

your own brothers! When you were targeted for assassination, with a

listened’s lently, the harrowing memory of

Er were

had risked his life for him,

was grateful to Jelf. They w friendship

was that same event that had led to his fortuitous rescue by the daughter of S–Star Group’s magnate, Aviana, leading to their marriage.

forget your kindness in this lifetime, Emeric’s voice

back on your word and

he grabbed a crystal glass from the table and hurled

Myra were shocked.

evident how much he prized this potential alliance, enough to risk’o fallout with a brother

Mind your health, don’t get too worked up”

up in alarm, but Byron’s injured leg delayed him, and Avery reached their father

calm down. You and Mr. Emeric have been close for decades, a bond forged through trials and tribulations that even us younger folks envy Please, don’t let my marriage prospects come between you. If that happened, I’d be the villain of the century

don’t blame yourself. This situation has nothing to do with you.”

Mr. Emeric, I understand why you look down on our

his eyes brimming with pain. It’s because couldn’t win Evadne’s love. It’s just that Evadne and 1 are star–crossed. Mr. Emeric is right. You can’t force love. If that’s the case, then I wish Evadne and Mr. Thaddeus a

his cars,

it I understand now.”

to say. All good things come to an end. Chairman Emeric, from now on, we are rivals. We’ll see what the future holds! Byron, Avery

“Jeff, wait.”

marriage. But at the last horse racing event, as you saw the whole nation witnessed Evadine and Thaddeus’s relationship. It’s practically public now.

into deep thought.

adjusted his glasses, costing a cold, swift glance at Emeric.

to? Why did it feel like he was secretly trying to set up Evadne with

Why this?

suddenly called out

snapped out of her daze and

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