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.

touched his food, seemingly

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

room for her dear Jason. Other men barely warranted a

over, about the arrangement we discussed.”

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

words caught the Chambers men completely off

flashed with anger, a dangerous red mingling with the fury, his handsome features tight as if carved from ice. Even without a word,

at the sight of his brother’s displeasure

the Ashbourne family and becoming Emeric’s favored son–in–law to leverage

what are you implying? Didn’t we

as his temper flared, and for the first time, he turned red–faced with Emeric. “We’ve been friends for over thirty years. How do you think I’ve treated you? Better than your own brothers! When you were targeted for assassination, with a spiper lurking

listened’s lently, the harrowing memory of

Er were

kindred spirits with a brotherly bond. Jeff had risked his life for him, a

was grateful to Jelf. They

that same event that had led to his fortuitous rescue by the

Jeff I will never forget your kindness in this lifetime,

Otherwise, you wouldn’t go back on your word and make a fool

grabbed a crystal glass from the table and hurled it to the floor, his face crimson

Myra were

had never seen Jeff so furious with Emeric, who usually joked around with him. It was evident how much he

your health, don’t get too worked

injured leg delayed him, and Avery reached their father

him with care, Dad, please 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 living

situation has nothing to do

a father. After all these years, I still couldn’t outdo the Abernathy Group and become Elmsworth’s top dog. Mr. Emeric, I understand why you look

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,

his cars, sounding bitterly

it I

Emeric, since you have made your choice, I have nothing left to say. All good things come to an end. Chairman Emeric, from now on, we are rivals.

“Jeff, wait.”

the last horse racing event, as you saw the whole nation witnessed Evadine

into deep

glasses, costing a cold, swift glance

Why did it feel like he was secretly trying to set

Why this?

Emeric suddenly called

out of her daze and obediently

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