Chapter 476

Inside the grand banquet hall, a lavish dancing party came to an end. The spotlight illuminated the center stage, drawing all eyes to William and his son

The tension was palpable among members of the Abernathy Group and Fairhaven Group, their gaze fixed on William. For the Fairhaven Group, winning this project meant salvation from their immediate troubles, while for the Abernathy Group, it was a chance to flex their corporate muscles and perhaps to vent some pent–up frustration over Evadne.

But Emeric appeared nonchalant amidst the business fervor His interest in the project paled in comparison to his concern for his daughter’s whereabouts. His darling Exadne had vanished surely she wasn’t off in some hidden comer with that Abernathy boy, their closeness raising more than just eyebrows?

A blush crept across Emeric’s cheeks as his mind conjured images better left behind closed doors. He may not be old–fashioned, and after all, Evadne had once been wed to that same Abernathy lad. They’d even lived together in Elmsworth, under his very nose, without producing a grandchild to his mixed relief and constemation.

Yet, even in the pursuit of thrills, there was a time and a place!

His thoughts were interrupted when he realized his usually obedient younger daughter, Nydia, was also missing. As he pondered in confusion, a striking couple emerged, commanding the room’s attention.

“Dad.”

“Chairman Ashboume.”

Emeric’s sharp eyes softened as he watched them, a smile instinctively curving his lips. There was a peculiar pride swelling in his chest upon seeing his daughter and Thaddeus together, their eyes for no one else, their affection palpable.

Thaddeus, once the object of Emeric’s disdain, was now increasingly endearing in his eyes.

“Where have you been?” Emeric chided affectively, masking concem with imitation. Noticing her pale complexion, he added in disquieted tone, “What’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell? I can have your brother and Dylan take you to the hospital.”

Evadne’s face was a study in shadows as she shook her head, “I’m fine.”

“And your brother? I called him; why isn’t he here?”

“He got held up, but he’ll be here soon,” she replied, her voice a steady monotone.

Emeric frowned, “And Nydia? Haven’t seen her for a while.”

Thaddeus’s jaw was set, his eyes cold, while Evadne’s gaze was

Icy as it landed on Jeff.

Those youngsters probably found this too dull and sought a quiet corner to continue their conversation.”

the shy, quiet one among her siblings. To think she’d find so much

laughter sliced through the pleasantries. Jeff stiffened, but for the sake of relations, he forced a

Are you losing your touch, or can you not see the obvious?” Evadne’s narrowed eyes

smile froze, his ire rising. This

she been spoiled by Emeric or emboldened by the attentions of Avery and Thaddeus? Did she truly

speak to Mr. Chambers? Show some respect!” Emeric scolded, bewildered by his daughter’s aggressive behavior toward the Chambers Group that evening.

ak to the

the elder, Jeff uttered with a tinge of gratitude, “Byron might not be able to even

I

the mention of it made Evodne even more furious, “Mr. Chambers, do you know what thing I regret the

contracted, his teeth gritted tight, the

has treated you as his daughter. How could you speak so rudely?” Emeric couldn’t tolerate it, feeling something was off with Evadne tonight.

Evadne closer, he continued, “Don’t consider her words as mere rudeness. There’s a reason for her outburst, and all will be clear after the banquet.”

meet his, the storm of emotions in her eyes settled in the

matter and doesn’t concern you” Jeff’s attitude toward Thaddeus was hostile, “Besides, what do you mean

his gaze on Jeff, sending a shiver down the spine of the corporate titan.

gaze was a tempest of green envy as she watched her heart’s desire, arm–in–arm with Evadne, their figures paining as perfectly as wine and cheese at a high society soirée. Her features contorted as if a swarm of fire ants

to, disappearing for so long? Could they have been tangled in a lover’s tryst, igniting passion in some secluded

mind’s eye was too much, and Edith

surrounding guests cast disdainful glances her way, their eyes dripping with

help but frown. Who would have thought this

to admit, whether it be grace or lineage, Evadnie was by far a better match for his son. Edith, by comparison, didn’t even register on the scale – she

manipulated his son but also wreaked havoc on the Abemathy

time bomb; should

Inaugural banquet here in Elmsworth. On behalf of my father and the Morris family, I extend our deepest gratitude,” Ford took to the stage with the confidence befitting

through

know, we’ve already embarked on a fruitful first round of strategic collaboration with the Abernathy Group. The project is advancing rapidly, the communication seamless, and the results are promising. For our upcoming Equestrian Hotel venture, we continue to seek out a partnership with a formidable financial

Frederic, while others

Elmsworth and not from a local powerhouse, didn’t mind being overlooked. It

not blatant that everyone considered the Fairhaven family to lack the clout of the other contenders? A lifetime of effort, seemingly

remarks, he stepped into

calm authority, his gaze

declare that for the upcoming Equestrian Hotel project, J Group

The Ashbourne

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