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.

my father came over tonight.”

Jareth exclaimed,

had he missed

people over, but he didn’t force me to leave.

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

he bit back, “Did you

we’re living together, there’s nothing left to hide. So, we’ll pack up in the next few days and move back to my villa.” Evadne’s eyes curved sweetly, eager for

man.

we could leave tonight,” Thaddeus understood her,

I’m exhausted; let’s talk about

“Tonight, I’ll take care of everything. You just

had whispered, Jareth heard

did his buddy get

planning how to lavish affection on his sweet

her lip, elbowing him in the ribs.

of them settled back into

of the TV while Lily, who had been tending to her, came downstairs to prepare coffee.

speak, knowing

a trip back to the

low and filled with remorse, “Thad, Evadne, I owe

name sent a

it wasn’t enough to warrant a conviction. She’ll be

backing of the Fairhaven Group, she’s been blacklisted by the authorities. She can no longer appear publicly, on TV, or even in

enough,

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 is your sister, I must be blunt. Even if the law lets her off the

she leaned into the man’s embrace, feeling an indescribable

I reckon you won’t get your chance to strike. I’ve

result was

plenty, and I appreciate it. That’s 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

getting even with that wretched girl, I’d rather see you and Marilla live happily ever after. I want her to marry into the Fairhaven family with pride.

secure his hold on the Fairhaven Group’s

then would his and Marilla’s future be

rest assured, Marilla’s in good hands with

happy that his brother had such an

wasn’t

perfect woman

with news, Avery was practicing his marksmanship at the

the epitome of cool precision. His gold–rimmed glasses hid a steely gaze as he took aim and fired three shots in quick

Bang! Bang! Bang!

his ears, admiring his boss.

The irresistible masculine

what Evadne was thinking, overlooking a

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