Chapter 644

The all became thick with tension, the atmosphere plummeting to a frosty chill

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Avery chuolet Charman Ashbourne, joule reading too much into it. How could tharbor such petty thoughts? You’re Evadne Father, and she’s the apple of my eye. It’s in all sincerity that I wish for you to enjoy robust health and a long life.”

Dylan sonunized Avery with a furrowed brow, as if trying to decipher the truth behind those words. They might have sounded like concern, but coming from this kit, they rang hollow

“All Chambers, youte certainly persistent, Emeric’s tone sharpened with sarcasm from beneath his tailored suit. “But there’s a Boe line between persistence and obsession, and the latter is a fool’s errand. I’ve told you before, matters of the heart can’t be forced Especially with a headstrong woman like Evadne. No matter how diligently you court her, if she’s not into you, that’s not going to change

Avery’s smile froze, a massive wave of humiliation threatening to engulf him.

“Now it’s public knowledge that Evadne is in a love–soaked relationship with Thad. They’re busy planning a wedding, sweet as honey, and that’s not something just anyone can get in the middle of”

Emeric practically cooed the name “Thad”

To the uninitiated, it might seem like the two men shared a close bond.

They say dealing with in–laws is a challenge, but it seems the relationship between a father–in–law and his daughter’s suitor is a riddle just as complex.

Hatred surged in Avery’s chest, his mouth bitter. He was about to retort when Emeric cut him off, “Mr. Chambers, you’ve come up in the world. You’re no longer the little boy trailing behind my daughter. With Evadne having Thad, your continued declarations of love are quite unbecoming, not to mention undignified.”

entrance of Silverlake Harbor last time,

as a jagged

remember my goodwill, but there’s no need to be so cold and heartless towards your

and Dylan were both

deep coma, on the verge of becoming a vegetable, I was the one who rushed

nonchalant, “But of course, why would Evadne mention it? Any

with hot shame!

controlled, being suppressed, was intolerable, and a fresh wave of cold sweat

you, then I

You’ve commanded power and respect all your life; surely you wouldn’t want to end it in a pitiable state, racked with illness, your legacy tarnished. Your family was in disarray over your illness, Evadne was crying her eyes out–it was heart–wrenching to see,” Avery

trembled on the armrest of his chair,

observing this, felt a surge

and your family’s, I’d like to propose a deal. How

do you want?” Emeric

know you can’t force feelings. I love Evadne deeply, but I’ve never coerced her to be with me. However, as her most devoted admirer, I cannot

you last time. There are three doses, enough to stabilize your condition. This kind of medicine, even if you were to spare no expense, is hard to come by. To obtain even one dose is nearly impossible, let alone three. Just promise me you won’t let Evadne marry

whoever Evadne chooses to be with, as long as

his hand shaking so much he could hardly maintain his grip, “Avery, are you threatening me? You expect me to sacrifice my daughter’s happiness for my own survival? You are too full of yourself! Stroke or not, even if i were riddled with cancer. I would not break up Evadne’s engagement just to prolong my own life, to have her despise me for the rest of her

stern face,

box from the table, his eyes narrowed as he stared at Emeric’s pallor, “Chairman Ashbourne everything I do is for Evadne’s sake, Overindulgence will only harm the daughter you dote on

please leave immediately!” Even the usually

You can’t enjoy the greenery if you burn all the wood. You’re refusing me today, but one

eyes, “And when that day comes, even if you beg me, I might not be

he

Emeric could no longer hold back. His body shook as if

“Dylan, the medication!”

left the office when he bumped

paths again, and the entire hallway filled with a heavy, charged

what on earth are you doing here?” Evadne’s heart sank like a stone, and her

a facade of sincerity, like a chameleon switching colors. “Besides, I’m now the President of the Chambers

dropped to the medicine

a sudden sense

no good!” Evadne’s eyes flashed with loathing. “If you value your life, Avery, you’ll get as far away from us as possible! And forget any business dealings – the Ashbourne family will never entertain the thought of collaborating with the likes of the Chambers Group! And Avery, you’d better hold on tight to your empire. Otherwise, I’ll make sure you get a taste of what it feels like to be the last of a dying breed!”

shoved him aside with a force that sent him reeling and took Thaddeus by the hand to march past

through his body and a sharp pain piercing his heart!

“Dad!”

“Chairman Ashbourne!”

with pain, while Dylan was kneeling beside him, massaging a pressure

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