Chapter 530

“Mr. Abernathy, Mrs. Abernathy, this is it. This is where Beverly Higgins lives,” said Gordon, looking around nervously

Born into a family of academics, Gordon had served Mr. Abernathy loyally for years, tackling many a tough job. Yet, he had seldom ventured into the gritty neighborhoods where everyday folks struggled to survive. Today, sans bodyguards, his anxiety was palpable.

But Thaddeus stepped out of the car with a cool composure.

A recent ram had left muddy puddles, and as Thaddeus carelessly trod into one, his handmade leather shoes were splattered with muck. He didn’t seem to mind at all.

It was like coming home

“Mr. Abernathy! Watch your step” Gordon cried out too late.

“It’s fine.” Thaddeus said, lips barely moving, nonplussed.

Evadne was about to step out when she felt herself lifted into the air. With a startled yelp, she clung to his neck.

Fearing she’d soil her clean shoes and hem, Thaddeus gave her a firm princess carry, his lips curling with a tender smile, “What’s there to be nervous about? When have I ever dropped you?”

“Whoa, a warning would’ve been nice–you scared me!

Evadne playfully punched his chest, seeing through his ruse. “Besides, it’s just a puddle. I’m not so delicate. I’ve had my share of hardships abroad. Im not that fragile”

“That was then, but now, you have me.” Thaddeus said, gently setting her down and steadying her by the waist.

Thaddeus thought, “Evadne, you have me now. You’ll be the happiest woman in the world.”

“Gordon, why take the long way to Beverly’s first?”

Evadne frowned in confusion. “The other girl’s place seemed closer. We could have stopped there before coming here, right? It would’ve been on the way.”

“Well, Mrs. Abernathy, that girl and her family refuse to see you and Mr. Abernathy Gordon sighed, finding the words difficult

“What’s the matter? Thaddeus’s eyebrows rose in concern.

“There’s no need to explain. I understand them.”“” Evadne said, taking his hand, her eyes soft yet resolute. “We’re not parents ourselves, we can’t fully empathize. The victims are vulnerable. Even the slightest thing puts them on edge. Even if we mean well our status is a threat to them. Plus, with the Chambers Group pressuring them recently it’s understandable they can’t face

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Thaddeus’s austere features grew contemplative, and he nodded.

Those ordinary parents, without illustrious backgrounds or vast wealth, were like ants under the might of the Chambers Group A flick of their fingers could crush them.

They had done all they could to protect their young.

The couple shared a moment of silent empathy, a shared sorrow passing between them

made their way to the

the stairwell, boisterous children with no manners–every detail made

“Hard to stomach?”

calm, “Before returning to the Abernathy family, I lived with

Gordon

but being with those you love. Wherever my mother was, that was home. After she passed, no matter how grand the Windermere Estate was, it wasn’t home to me. I miss those days of us against

on Evadne tightening, his voice husky “Luckily, I

prestige–what did

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Chapter 530

a simple, loving home with his loved

clear eyes to meet his intense

end of the top

lady, hobbling on a

“How dare you come back here! Think you can push around the Higgins, just because it’s a

Evadne exchanged glances, immediately understanding.

been here, threatening Beverly and

not. ma’am, please, we’re not with those people. We’re here to help!” Gordon tried to defuse the situation, but the old lady swung her

your threats! I fight with you! I witnessed Beverly’s growth. She is good and kind. She is just like my own granddaughter I don’t allow you to bully her again, get out!”

striking his arm and making

Thaddeus, who stepped forward and grabbed

Don’t hurt her!” Evadne cried out, her forehead furrowed in alarm,

mean no harm.”

“We’re here to help Ms. Higgins. We’re

man before her, then her gaze shifted to the stunningly beautiful

pair looked compatible and approachable, certainly not like the last group

the door

being closest to the door, locked

you?” Mrs. Higgins asked her voice laced with both wanness and

don’t be afraid. We mean no harm, and we’re certainly not with

for my daughter?” Mrs. Higgins’s haggard

We intend to ensure that those who hurt her are brought to the full extent of the law and pay dearly for their actions,” Evadne

a mix of

had been overwhelming, and the constant dread had left her unable to drop her guard.

is Evadne,” she hesitated slightly, unsure of

immense burden and sense of distance on the already struggling mother and daughter.

chest heaved with emotion, and her countenance darkened, “You’re the heiress of the Skyrim Fortune? You’re the one who

heart tightened, “Mrs.

You and Byron are in cahoots!

that’s not true!”

beast, you’re just reinforcing tyranny! Get out! Don’t you dare harass Beverly again! Mrs. Higgins’s eyes were red with fury, and she screamed at Evadne with heartbreaking anger.

as she was about to slam the door, Evadne, in a moment of

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