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.

more than a decade apart, with only holiday greetings exchanged, Chad didn’t feel all

we’re

reverie and slowly lifted his gaze.

seclusion striking an impressive contrast to the outside world.

grandeur of Mrs. Abernathy’s Silverlake Harbor!”

awe, “Looks like Mr. Chad Abernathy’s been living it up

“Nonsense.”

up, “It’s nothing compared to Evadne’s

and scratched his head awkwardly.

Abernathy, treasuring even a strand of her hair. In his

door for Thaddeus. As he stepped out, buttoning up his suit jacket,

seemed to have a calming effect, easing some of the tension he felt.

you at a greater distance,”

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

a smile as she extended her hand politely to Thaddeus, “I’m pleased to meet you, Mr. Thaddeus Abernathy.”

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

meet you.”

his brother, he quickly touched her hand, as

has been waiting for you.

“Sure.”

moved to follow, Alexia abruptly stated in a cold tone. “I’m sorry, but Mr. Chad Abernathy’s estate is off–limits to anyone but family and invited guests. Your secretary will have to

eyes filled with concern

the car, Gordon, Thaddeus

her eyes iced over to a chilling glare.

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

Thaddeus‘ cool gaze remained on Alexia,

quite nice. What brand is it?” Thaddeus, ever the blunt

a light smile, her eyes like tempting hooks, “Would

now that I have a significant other,

of Evadne, Thaddeus‘ lips curled up, unable to hide his joy, “Could you tell me the brand?

141 have to disappoint you, Mr. Abernathy. It’s not a perfume, but a rare incense made from local botanicals, nearly impossible

Thaddeus‘ expression flickered, and he dropped the

remembered where he had smelled that

encounter, he had faintly detected this orchid scent clinging to

it wasn’t perfume but a rare incense she could obtain

did Avery get it? Did they know each other? Or was it merely a

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