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.

served, and Emeric barely touched his food,

sat next to Byron, who was diligently attentive, serving her food and pouring her drinks, but she only responded with polite

Nydia’s heart and eyes, there was only room for her dear Jason. Other men barely warranted a second glande

now that the race’s over, about

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

Chambers

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

the

“Avery, dreaming of marrying into the Ashbourne family and becoming Emeric’s favored son–in–law to leverage control over

Didn’t we have an

over thirty years. How do you think I’ve treated you? Better than your own brothers! When

listened’s lently, the harrowing memory of

Er were

Jeff had risked his life for him, a testament

was grateful to Jelf.

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

your kindness in this lifetime, Emeric’s voice was hoarse with emotion

go back on your word and make a fool out

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

and Myra

around with him. It was evident how much he prized this

don’t get too worked up”

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

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

blame yourself. This situation has nothing to do with you.”

a failure as 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 down on our family’s standing. You want to ally with the mighty Abernathys,

Evadne and 1 are star–crossed. Mr. Emeric is right.

rang in his cars, sounding bitterly harsh

be it I understand now.”

you have made your choice, I have nothing left to say. All good things come to an end.

“Jeff, wait.”

Ashbourne family. I hoped our families could be united through 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. Talking marriage at this point would tamish both the Chambers

fell into

costing a cold, swift glance

did it feel

Why this?

Emeric suddenly called out to Nydia

daze

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