Chapter 542

“What the heck? Beverly was snatched up by Evadne and Thaddeus?”

In the bedroom, Matthew had his reluctant wife, Elva, pinned down on the bed, savagely ripping off her nightgown, ready to fulfill this week’s “duty.”

Ever since Avery climbed to the top and became the apple of their father’s eye, Matthew’s stress skyrocketed. Now, whenever he had the energy, he would force Elva into bed with him, all for the sake of getting her pregnant with the Chambers Group’s heir as quickly as possible.

His father was all about legacy, loved a big bustling family. Being the eldest son, if he could produce the first grandson, he’d have éven more security within the family, an extra chip over Avery!

But, just as he was about to get down to business, an urgent phone call deflated him on the spot, causing him to end hurriedly! “Are you sure? That couple took the girl away?” Matthew rolled out of bed in his birthday suit, scrambling to pull on his pants in a panic, as if he’d been caught in the act.

“Our eyes on the ground report that it was Thaddeus’s secretary Gordon who picked up Beverly. No one else could’ve done it!” The secretary’s voice was laced with urgency, “And they said Beverly didn’t look like she was forced, she seemed to go willingly! Mr. Chambers, you don’t think the girl’s had a change of heart, planning to testify, do you?”

“What do you want me to say? Do I look like I’ve got a psychic hotline to her gut? Sheesh!”

Matthew bellowed in anger, his polished public facade crumbling away, scaring Elva into a shiver.

“What’s the plan, Mr. Chambers?”

Matthew cinched his belt with a vicious glare, “That Beverly, whether she’s switched sides or not, she’s a liability we can’t afford to keep!”

Elva’s eyes widened in fear, her hands clutching the sheets tighter.

The secretary sought confirmation, “You mean take her out?”

“She’s with that evil couple right now, so let’s not spook the horses just yet. We don’t want to draw their attention. It’ll make it harder to make a move.”

Matthew moved to the window, his voice low and dangerous, “Wait until she’s back on her own turf, then find the right moment to act within the next couple of days. The sooner, the better.”

“Got it.”

“And don’t use our own

Matthew’s lips twisted with malice, “Let’s keep it clean. Whoever’s mess it is, they clean it up.”

The call ended, and his mood for love had vanished. He dressed in haste and headed for the door.

“Matthew.” Elva’s voice was timid as she tried to stop him.

“What now?” Matthew snapped, not even giving her a glance.

Their marriage was a political arrangement, the emotional foundation weat

and her family’s declining influence, he cared even less for her.

Elva’s voice trembled, torn by her emotions, “Matthew, maybe just let it go.”

him a child over the years,

as he stared at her, “Let it go? What are you

girl, just spare her. She’s already suffered

Matthew’s hand flew across her face in a slap!

you’re sympathizing with some lowlife, challenging me?

was left reeling, a

good look, and if the cops trace it back to you, even without direct evidence, it could tarnish your reputation. And if Avery uses this against you, it could shake your standing in

my tracks? Such naive thoughts from a foolish woman. I’m helping Byron to curry favor with Dad. Can’t you see the obvious

I’m sure you wouldn’t want to disappoint your politically retired dad or your brother by spilling secrets,

Elva

safety, Evadne and Thaddeus took Beverly to their home in Elmsworth.

utterly awestruck. She had imagined the nome of wealthy elites to be lavish beyond measure, but never expected this warm, stylish subtlety, exuding

home,” Evadne said, not disturbing Alva

bound by

some,” offered Thaddeus, his expression reserved

unable to hold

tears that plopped onto her clenched hands resting

with a bunch of tissues,

couldn’t catch her breath, he hadn’t seen someone cry so hysterically in a long time, and it tugged at his

sobbing, her genuine vulnerability was undeniably

froze in place, his eyes betraying a frantic concern as he gazed upon

lighten up, Thad. You’ve got that look again, like someone stiffed you on a multi–million–dollar deal,” Evadne teased, unable to

and turned to Gordon for confirmation. Was his expression really that off–putting?

doubt. Thaddeus’s gloomy face was

her tears and blowing her nose with the kind of tender care one reserves for a sister.

all out. You’ll feel better,” she said, not pressing for

you all would be so

to articulate her gratitude. “I know it’s because

Evadne and Thaddeus feeling as if a cruel hand had seized their throats, choking the breath

a mixture of anger and restraint, as he struggled to

yet her soul bore scars so deep, they may never

Byron’s

he didn’t belong in hell, then

isn’t because you’re a witness. Every decent

arms, her own eyes brimming with tears. “Tragedy brought us together.

she sipped the warm cocoa Thaddeus had

her voice filled with earnest concern. “Once you step forward, there’s no turning back. It’s a full–on battle with the Chambers Group.

if this decision was made in haste, then I suggest.”

know who gave me the courage to

“Your sister, Nydia.”

eyes widened, her

he had

girls

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