His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 706

“Marilla.” Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy were both stunned in disbelief.

A smile graced Evadne’s lips, a touch of gratitude in her gaze as she looked towards Marilla, warmth blooming in her chest.

“My wife is right. Spreading rumors and causing trouble in front of Mr. Thaddeus and Ms. Evadne–do you think the Abernathy Group and our legal department are here for nothing?”

Jareth’s arm barred Marilla’s shoulder, as he glared coldly at the gossipmongers, “If you think you have the guts, go ahead, try saying that again. The Fairhaven Group won’t mind playing your little game.”

The busybodies, already embarrassed by the young woman’s reprimand and further intimidated by Mr. Fairhaven’s menacing presence, huddled together like quails, not daring to utter another word. recognize you; you’re Avery.”

Marilla lifted her dress gracefully as she walked over, her slender figure shielding Evadne, her eyes bravely meeting those of the stranger for the first time, “Mr. Avery, are you a friend of my sister–in–law?”

Evadne’s lips curled coldly.

Friend? That word had been dirtied by him.

But she didn’t blame Marilla. How could the innocent Marilla know the bloodshed and darkness that lay beneath? And she didn’t want her to understand.

“Ms. Marilla, what are you trying to say?” Avery asked, his smile seemingly cordial.

“If you are my sister–in–law’s friend, you should’ve been the first to stand up to clarify for her right away, instead of watching her being misunderstood and doing nothing.”

Marilla’s straightforward nature took over, her frustration directed squarely at Avery, “A true friend wouldn’t be as cold–blooded as you are. You’ve really let her down.”

Marilla’s soft hand, pulling her into an embrace to

face darkened, his forced smile freezing at the corners

not only extricated Evadne from the murky relationship but also painted Avery

she’s really starting to show the qualities of a Fairhaven lady,” Jareth joked, elbowing his brother–in–law as he watched his

over heels

you thank Marilla for me,” Thaddeus said, with a warm feelings flow

gaze intensifying, “I’ll do more than thank her, I’ll make

whispering a reminder, “You’re not getting any younger, and your work is taxing. For

Jareth retorted with a pout, “Besides, I’m living a bland life these days, barely remember what a

just shook

Jareth from his dearest wife would be as cruel as asking a tiger to

floor of the banquet hall.

balcony railing, tightening as she glared down at Marilla with

backing, had learned to show

quicker she would

to be so timid, now became sharp–tongued,

he looked at

the more you like her?” Edith sneered at

don’t be like

her cheek, his hands wandering over her bare back, “My heart has always been with you over the years. Aside from you, no one else catches my eye. How can Marilla compare to you? Edith, you’re simply amazing, addictive.”

he meant–it was all about the bedroom antics.

him an ultimate loyal dog wouldn’t be an exaggeration. But back then, with Thaddeus in her

she completely gave up on Thaddeus and

tool to satisfy her needs. After each encounter, Edith, having had her fun, could ignore him for days or even a month, not feeling anything

Edith needed to keep him

this man was crucial to her plan; she was keeping

one who treats

tenderly around his neck, her barely concealed chest pressed against his, pouting pitifully, “I’m in trouble, and I know you’ll do everything you can

struggling to hold his wine glass steady, nearly ready to press her against the railing right there and then, “Do you even

me, his own sister, tonight,” Edith’s voice quivered with a

I saw it, it was utterly