His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 556

“Mrs. Abernathy’s got a thing for you?!” Gordon’s eyes bulged, like his inner gossip–monger was ablaze with curiosity.

Thaddeus’s brows furrowed, as he poured himself another glass of the rich and aromatic wine. But as he took a sip, the expected sweetness was replaced by a bitterness that seemed to slash at his throat.

“It’s a shame we can’t get a do–over in life, I can’t be the man who fell for Evadne first. That’ll be my lifelong regret.”

But there was one regret that outshone the rest

He was the reason Evadne lost the child she wanted more than anything, and lost the chance to be a mother.

Thad took a labored breath, as if the air he sucked into his lungs turned into icy blades, “I’ll do everything in my power to make her happy, but I just don’t know if I can do it well enough.”

Happiness is such an abstract thing; it only counts if the person himself or herself feels content, after all.

“Mr. Abernathy, you truly are the most deeply devoted man I’ve ever met. You and Mrs. Abernathy are the kindest souls,” Gordon said, while picturing Beverly’s eyes that were always on the verge of tears, and stirred a pang of sympathy each time he saw her. “More than her happiness, I hope you two can heal each other’s souls. And I hope you can taste happiness too.”

After all, Thaddeus, before falling in love with Mrs. Abernathy, was a man with nothing but wealth.

Weary in body and soul, he was barren in spirit.

It was Mrs. Abernathy who made his desert–like heart bloom with the most brilliant roses.

Thad thought of Evadne made him couldn’t help but smile, “Don’t worry about me, I’m already very happy. Being by Evadne’s side and making her happy are my greatest joy.”

He cleared his throat, “Enough about me, let’s talk about you. Have you really fallen for Ms. Higgins?”

“Uh, I think, I might be smitten.”

Gordon’s chest tightened, as he laughed bitterly, “Today’s Ms. Higgins‘ birthday, so I brought her gifts and flowers.”

Thad raised an eyebrow.

His assistant Gordon had harbored a crush since college, but his goddess married and had kids with his senior, but here he was, yet to tie the knot himself.

This was his first real attempt at wooing a girl, and what an ill–matched pursuit it was.

“She took the flowers, but not the gift nor my affections,” Gordon’s hands trembled as he gripped his glass, his heart aching, “Mr. Abernathy, am I just lousy? When I first visited Ms. Higgins, I looked down on where she lived; I was prejudiced, thinking that any girl working there must be vain. How could I think like that? What do I have, and what am I to be proud of.”

He choked up with emotion, struggling to speak, “She’s right not to accept me. I was too lousy.”

Thad was taken aback!

He understood Gordon’s feelings, but never had he realized they had grown so fervent that he would actually confess to Beverly!

someone, he himself once paled in

presumptuously trying to influence

he to

always been an excellent assistant. I wouldn’t be

eyes shining with gratitude, “Mr. Abernathy, no, it’s just my job!”

you’re a good man.

of age. For now, support her quietly, but don’t disrupt her studies. I believe a part of her refusal is due to this

tonight. It won’t happen again,” Gordon stood up, bowing apologetically.

nothing wrong. Just make sure when you find the right

turned, “The gift you gave Ms. Higgins

felt a twinge of embarrassment; what a direct hit!

was a

in his eyes was fiery as his muscular hand

interlocked,

was insatiable that night.

waist, chest, until she

and pulling her close, they both soared into ecstasy, and he felt like she was a blazing little sun, scorching

were still connected, with

What reward do you want from hubby, hmm?” Jareth

murmured, “I want that pastry.”

narrowed instantly, and his heartbeat skipped, “What?”

so cute, I want a bite.” She was still regretful for not getting her treat earlier, and her stomach was growling

“Marilla.”

blazing as he pinned her down once more, his voice a mix of accusation and desire. “What’s it gonna be, huh? You craving a cake, or is it the guy who gave you that cake you’re thinking about?”

than before, his possessiveness sending shivers down her

wrong with

voice, with a sense of resentment thick in

chest, and felt her drowsiness evaporating. “Um, I just want the

all I

her off that easily. His demanding kiss nearly robbed her of every breath in her lungs.

can only have what I give you. You can only look at me, and only want me.” Jareth’s voice trailed off,

how he loved her.

for the depth of his love, he wouldn’t have turned

in the deep of the night

stepped out for a near–half–hour cold shower, not bothering

Lily, dressed neatly, arrived at the

can I do for you?”

shop Marilla loves!” Jareth

her face. “Sir, that shop is a family heirloom, nearly a century

invest! The bottom line is, if my wife craves it, they need to deliver it to me on demand! If they refuse, I’ll make sure that damn shop

door closed

before

only be quenched with