Chapter 511

Jareth’s eyes snapped, his entire body tensing like a cat ready to pounce.

“Bro Jareth” was a term of endearment from his wife. Why on earth was Aaron using it?

How long had he been away for this scoundrel to invade his home?

‘Aaron, you’re still here?”

During the standoff, Evadne and Thaddeus heard the commotion and walked over.

The quick–witted Evadne, sensing a confrontation brewing, eyed the two men suspiciously.

“Oh, I’m having some trouble with this lock. Thankfully, Mr. Fairhaven arrived just in time to help me out. I’m off now.”

Aaron turned and flashed a brilliant smile at his sister–in–law as if nothing had happened. “Evadne,” he said, “Once I’m less busy, I’ll take you out for a real treat. You shouldn’t spend all your time indoors with just Thaddeus–it’ll be monotonous.”

Thaddeus stood speechless.

Even though he understood it was in jest and Aaron was family, Thaddeus couldn’t help feeling a tinge of jealousy.

After Aaron left, Jareth remained on edge, a sense of foreboding clouding his thoughts.

He had a hunch that during his absence, Aaron had met Marilla, and they’d likely had quite a bit of interaction!

“Jareth, you seem troubled. Is something wrong?” Thaddeus asked with concern.

“It’s nothing.” Jareth exhaled deeply and tried to compose himself.

“Sorry, I asked Aaron to drop by with some documents without telling you about it first.”

Evadne, ever perceptive, immediately sensed Jareth’s concern and took the initiative to apologize, “You and Thaddeus are like brothers, but after all, this

your and Marilla’s home. I’m just a guest, and it was thoughtless of me to let someone else in. It won’t happen again.”

is

Taken aback, Thaddeus wrapped his arm around Evadne’s waist and eagerly explained on behalf of his buddy, “Don’t overthink it. Jareth isn’t petty.” Jareth’s eyes widened as he waved his hands dismissively, “Please don’t say that! It would be my pleasure to have you stay. Thad and I are both thrilled, and Marilla is even happier since you came. Her mood’s improved so much, she talks more. Frankly, I’d love for you two to stay until Christmas! I won’t have a single complaint!”

Evadne leaned into her husband’s embrace, their eyes meeting in silent understanding, “I really do feel bad for imposing this long. Although I’d hate to leave Marilla, it’s not very convenient for you lovebirds to have us around.”

Hearing this, Mr. Fairhaven felt a little embarrassed.

Once a renowned playboy, Jareth had been utterly transformed by Marilla. To him, love and fidelity were now sacred. Evadne’s words made him blush like a boy experiencing his first crush.

came over tonight.”

here?” Jareth exclaimed,

earth had he missed while he was

over, but he didn’t force me to

way. Thaddeus

was so shocked that his jaw nearly hit the floor, but he didn’t miss the chance to tease his best friend, “It’s daring of Chairman Ashbourne to trust any dish set before him. There’s always

with annoyance as he bit back, “Did you have your dinner

wasn’t exactly warm, but he wasn’t as hostile as before. And now that he knows we’re living together, there’s nothing left to hide. So, we’ll

man.

Thaddeus understood her, whispering

day? I’m exhausted; let’s talk about

as he whispered, “Tonight, I’ll take care

heard him loud and clear!

grief. When did his buddy get so bold?

hard, his own desire ignited, already planning how

elbowing him in the

back

TV while Lily, who had been tending to her, came downstairs

looked at Jareth, hesitating to speak, knowing it

trip back to

filled with remorse, “Thad, Evadne, I

sent

but it wasn’t enough to warrant a conviction. She’ll be out in a couple of weeks max; I

in the country is as good as dead–socially dead. With her reputation tarnished, all her past dreams of fame and limelights are shattered. Despite the backing of the Fairhaven Group, she’s been blacklisted by the authorities. She can no longer appear publicly, on TV, or even in live streams, let alone pursue a career as a pianist. The

enough,

they could consume everything in their path. And he was squeezing Evadne’s hand a bit too tightly, “The harm she’s done to Evadne deserves a far worse fate. This punishment is too lenient! Jareth, though she

into the man’s embrace, feeling an indescribable sense

get your chance to

frustration and relief, his brows knitting into a tight frown, “Granddad and my mom are still in her corner, and I had it out with them over it. The result was banishing her. I’ll keep

enough; we don’t need more. You’re at a crucial point in your career. If you are too harsh on Edith, your troublemaker uncle might use it against you, and even Granddad could begin to doubt you. Don’t underestimate these grudges;

Marilla live happily ever after. I want her to marry into the Fairhaven family with pride. Despite all the hurdles, you’ve got the strength to stand

him to secure his hold on the

his and

in good hands with me.”

genuinely happy that his brother had such an understanding and righteous partner by

he wasn’t

Marilla was the most perfect woman in his

in with news, Avery was practicing

arms, he was the epitome of cool precision. His

Bang! Bang! Bang!

ears,

masculine charm, the sexual tension!

fathom what Evadne was thinking,

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