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

her drinks, but she only responded with polite reserve,

room for her dear Jason. Other

that the race’s over, about the arrangement we discussed.”

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

caught the Chambers men completely

with the fury, his handsome features tight as if

the sight of

dreaming of marrying into the Ashbourne family and becoming Emeric’s favored son–in–law to leverage control over the Chambers Group against

what are you implying? Didn’t we have

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

memory

Er were

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

grateful to Jelf. They

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

will never forget your kindness in this lifetime, Emeric’s voice

wouldn’t go back on your word and

a crystal glass from the table and hurled

and Myra

Emeric, who usually joked around with him. It was evident how much he prized this potential alliance, enough to risk’o fallout with a brother of over three

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

stood up in alarm, but Byron’s injured leg

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

This situation has nothing to

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

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 lifetime of

rang in his cars, sounding bitterly

be it I understand now.”

with utter disappointment. “Chairman Emeric, since you have made your choice, I have nothing left to say. All good things come to an

“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

fell into deep thought.

costing a cold, swift glance

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

Why this?

Emeric suddenly called

daze

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