His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

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.

chatting away during the dance. Those youngsters

been the shy, quiet one among her siblings. To think she’d find so much to talk about with Byron. It seems

the pleasantries. Jeff stiffened, but for the sake of relations, he forced a smile, “Evadne, you seem upset. Has someone troubled

son. Are you losing your touch, or can

froze, his ire rising. This insolent

been spoiled by Emeric or emboldened by the attentions of Avery and Thaddeus? Did she truly believe, manipulating Elmsworth’s two

Mr. Chambers? Show some respect!” Emeric scolded,

ak to the

speak to the kid like that.” Acting how forbearing and affable as the elder, Jeff

I

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

his teeth gritted tight, the face

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

down,” Thaddeus finally spoke up, his voice calm and measured. Stretching to hold her slender waist, gently pulling Evadne closer, he continued,

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

you” Jeff’s attitude toward Thaddeus was hostile, “Besides, what do you mean by that? What has Byron done to offend you such? Watch you words!”

he fixed his gaze on Jeff, sending a shiver down the

paining as perfectly as wine and cheese at a high society soirée. Her features contorted as if a swarm of fire ants was feasting upon the tender flesh

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

eye was too much, and

glances her way, their eyes dripping

would have thought this scatterbrained girl was of the same blood as Jareth?

grace or lineage, Evadnie was by far a better match for his son. Edith, by comparison, didn’t even register on the

cunning schemes and mercurial temper, not only manipulated

heartless woman was a ticking time bomb; should she marry into the family,

here in Elmsworth. On behalf of my father and the Morris family, I extend our

through the hall.

project is advancing rapidly, the communication seamless, and the results are promising. For our

eyes tumed to Frederic, while others sought out

a local powerhouse, didn’t mind being overlooked. It was Barry, however, who

lack the clout of the

remarks, he stepped into the

calm authority, his gaze lingering on faces

full, announced, “I declare that for the upcoming Equestrian

Group? The