His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 649

Chapter 649

After a few rings, the call connected.

“Thaddeus, I’m honestly surprised and delighted you’d call me,” Chad’s voice was as warm and kind as ever, though tinged with a hint of frailty.

“Chad, how have you been holding up?”

Thaddeus, by nature, wanted to cut straight to the chase, but desperate times called for some pleasantries first.

“Oh, same old. Popping pills like candy just to keep ticking, so much so I’m practically balding.”

Chad cracked a joke, “Tell me, Thaddeus, next time we meet, do you reckon I’ll look like I’m sporting a monk’s tonsure?” “Chad, I’m actually in this country,” Thaddeus replied seriously, not in the mood for banter.

“Oh? Really? When did you get in?”

“Night before last.”

Thaddeus took a deep breath and spoke in a low tone, “Chad, I’ve got something serious to discuss. Can we meet?”

That evening, Thaddeus and Gordon drove to the address Chad had provided. All the way there, Thaddeus‘ jaw was set in a firm line.

Though they were brothers by blood and had got on well in their youth, and despite not sharing the same mother, his older brother had taken care of him a lot.

with only holiday greetings exchanged, Chad didn’t feel all that close to him anymore. Respect was the predominant sentiment.

Abernathy, we’re

reverie

mansion, its seclusion striking an impressive contrast

estate, easily rivals the grandeur of Mrs. Abernathy’s Silverlake

Mr. Chad Abernathy’s been living it up abroad. This place must’ve cost

“Nonsense.”

up, “It’s

gaffe and scratched his head awkwardly.

even a strand of her hair. In his eyes, everything

Thaddeus. As he stepped out, buttoning up his suit jacket, a delicate fragrance wafted towards him, reminiscent of the subtle scent of orchids.

seemed to have a calming effect, easing some of

Thaddeus Abernathy, my apologies for not greeting you at a greater distance,” a cool and soothing female voice approached

eyes and saw a woman in a white gown, her figure slender and elegant, approaching them with grace. “I’m Alexia, Mr. Chad Abernathy’s personal doctor.”

extended her hand politely to Thaddeus, “I’m pleased to

his composure, his sharp gaze fixed on her. This woman seemed familiar, yet after

meet you.”

respect for his brother, he quickly touched her hand, as if any longer

waiting for you. Please, follow

“Sure.”

a cold tone. “I’m sorry, but Mr. Chad Abernathy’s estate is off–limits to anyone but family and invited guests. Your secretary

filled with concern

Gordon, Thaddeus said quietly

turned away, the smile in her eyes iced over

by that woman, Gordon stared at her retreating figure, feeling

one after the other along the winding corridor. Thaddeus‘ cool gaze remained on Alexia, his suspicions growing. As she moved, her clothes fluttered, and the orchid–like scent lingered around

What brand is it?” Thaddeus, ever the blunt

tempting hooks, “Would a busy man like

but now that I have a significant other,

“Could you tell me the brand? I’d like to get it for her as a gift when

a shadow crossing her features, “I’m afraid 141 have to disappoint you, Mr. Abernathy. It’s not a perfume, but a rare incense made from local botanicals, nearly impossible to

see, Thaddeus‘ expression flickered, and

asked her that because he suddenly remembered

Avery, in every encounter, he had faintly detected this orchid scent clinging to Avery, the same as

she could obtain

it? Did they know each other? Or was it merely a coincidence?

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