His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 499

Chapter 499

The center was in total disarray, security personnel scrambled to maintain order amidst the chaos.

But today’s event was a hit, a real media circus. Every reporter swarmed Edgar like bees to honey, hemming him in on all sides, leaving him with nowhere to turn, completely immobilized!

That’s the media for you. Scandal was to them what blood was to a shark!

And this wasn’t just any scandal; it was a bombshell!

Jeff’s son–in–law, currently the hot favorite in the mayoral race, was behind closed doors, nothing more than a corrupt leech, fattening his own pockets and indulging in every vice imaginable.

Who wouldn’t kill for that exclusive scoop? They all seemed ready to devour Edgar down to the bone!

“Mayor, do you want me to call for backup? This is getting out of hand!” his secretary, a worried look on his face, hurried over to Mr. Bartley.

Mr. Bartley, standing in a quiet corner, left the spotlight to his rival, a smug smile on his face as if to say, ‘Why get our hands dirty when we can just watch the show?‘

“Let’s just sit back and enjoy the chaos, shall we? Why bother with all the fuss? But do make sure my wife and I are well protected. Wouldn’t want to get splattered if things get messier.”

To prevent further escalation, the Chambers family doubled down on security at the front and back doors of the venue.

Suddenly, three black sedans rolled up with authority and parked in front of the entrance.

The doors swung open, and out stepped prosecutors in sharp suits, badges gleaming on their chests.

Leading the pack was Arnold, his eyes shining with a serious intensity that was a far cry from his usual playful demeanor at home. His commanding presence was breathtaking.

The security guards at the door exchanged nervous glances as the prosecutors marched in with purpose.

“Excuse us, please step aside. Don’t interfere with our investigation,” Arnold said coolly, his voice detached and stern.

The security staff didn’t dare obstruct and made way for them.

As Arnold stepped into the lobby, he tapped the Bluetooth earpiece in his ear, “Evadne, I’m in.”

“Hmm? That was too easy. Surprising,” Evadne responded, a hint of surprise in her voice.

“Hey. You obviously don’t know who’s handling this for you. Trust me to handle the critical moments.“.

But Arnold’s bragging lasted all of three seconds before the Chambers family’s men swiftly moved to block their path, a veritable wall of muscle and suit!

“Whoa, looks like you just got served,” Evadne teased, her laughter tinkling in Arnold’s ear, “Seems it’s not going as smoothly as you thought.”

“You can see me?” Arnold’s voice was tense as he scanned the room.

“Of course. I can see you and what’s happening inside the venue.”

fixed on the screen showing Mr. Gardner being mobbed, and Jeff, looking pale and trapped.

be quite the spectacle. I simply can’t

resolve, “Just watch, Evadne. The most dramatic part of

well and good, but Prosecutor Arnold, you still need to get inside for that to happen.”

she finished speaking, Thaddeus’s warm hand rested on Evadne’s shoulder, his touch gentle and reassuring, “Don’t worry, Evadne. I’ve got people inside. They’ll make sure your brother gets

wife or as a lone doctor without borders, she had always been a

with Thaddeus by her side, she now longed to

a private event. You’re not allowed in,” one

at Law, prosecutor Arnold,” Arnold’s eyes were steely, “I’m here

Gardner. Please do not

know that unauthorized personnel shall not pass!”

bodyguard’s attitude hardened.

into a cold smirk, his gaze sharp as ice,

muscle of the Chambers

you’re not official. So scared of us arresting someone, there’s only one possibility: you’re with the Chambers

the bodyguard’s

the prosecutors to buy time. If Edgar was taken by the DA, it would be

they bluffed, “No! We’re not with the Chambers family! We’re

You’re with Mr. Bartley? Funny, I don’t recognize a single one

voice came with approaching footsteps, and

Bartley’s chief of staff, followed by a retinue from the Bartley

in an awkward bind, cornered and speechless!

you to impersonate members of the Bartley family right under Mr. Bartley’s nose, and attempt

of staff was stern, then turned to Arnold with a congenial smile, “Prosecutor Arnold, I believe you should issue another arrest warrant for these troublemakers acting under unknown orders, obstructing justice. It’s only right

hint of determination in his eyes, “I’ll see this through to the

our esteemed Mayor has been quite vocal about supporting the organizational decisions. He’s ready to go the extra mile to cooperate with the DA’s office,” the Chief of Staff added, seizing the opportunity to sing his boss’s praises–a true political animal if there ever

none dared

“Appreciate the cooperation.”

Arnold strode forward, his team in tow, heading for the

they left than the Chief of Staff discreetly slipped away to a corner to make

Meanwhile-

entangled with Evadne, seeking a kiss when his phone rang.

it, Thad, answer the phone,” Evadne said, her cheeks flushed with a rosy hue, her hands pressing against his crisp shirt, feeling the contours of his well–defined chest muscles,

flickered in Thaddeus’s eyes, and seizing her moment of distraction, he gently gripped her chin and planted a kiss on her lips before switching his phone

care of the matter you arranged. Prosecutor Arnold and

appreciated, Mr.

imposing figure leaned into

kiss descended powerfully, claiming

in his reluctance to settle

wrapped

seen everything that transpired in the hall through the

the Mayor’s own Chief of Staff?

realization was sharp and unexpected!

with obsequious laughter, “You’re too kind, Mr. Thaddeus. It’s an honor to be of service to you. And

Bartley. The Mayor has been looking forward to today’s spectacle for quite some time.”

“In the future.”

hesitate to ask, Mr. Thaddeus!” Mr.

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