His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 700

Matthew casually lifted his wine glass, a lazy glint dancing in his eyes. “What’s the news? Tell me about it.”

“Barry’s getting on in years, wants to step back and has already designated Jareth as his successor. He will be taking over as the President of the Fairhaven Group and Vice–Chairman of the Board. The news has spread throughout the Fairhaven Group. After next week’s board meeting, Jareth’s officially take office.”

“Is that supposed to be news? Everyone in our circle knows that.” Avery scoffed.

“At this critical time, the Fairhaven Group’s internal strife is fierce. After the death of the Fairhaven family’s eldest son, Gary, as Barry Fairhaven’s only son left, didn’t inherit the leadership. Watching the younger generation step over his head, stirring things, I bet his current hostility is even more intense than that of a ghost!”

“What’s the use then? It’s just impotent rage. If Gary truly had capability, he would have secured his inheritance right when Jareth’s father passed. How could he wait until now to be overtaken by his junior?”

Avery’s gaze sharpened suddenly, turning suspiciously to Harvey. “You didn’t come all this way just to tell me about this nonsense, did you? What else have you found out?”

“I heard that Gary and Jareth’s sister, Edith, have grown quite close. They’ve formed an alliance in the shadows, planning to take down Jareth together.”

Harvey’s expression was dark and brooding. “Why don’t you as well intervene at this time, lend them a hand, and give that lad Jareth a taste of difficulty! If it succeeds, you can take credit. If it fails, Gary and Edith will shoulder the blame, and you’ll be as untouchable as ever.”

Avery was astute and naturally understood his meaning.

Truth be told, whether the Fairhaven Group fares well or not didn’t concern him much.

Among the four major families, the Fairhaven Group was only in fourth place. His real competitors in Elmsworth were the Abernathy Group; the Fairhavens didn’t even register.

But he was still compelled to act against Jareth, simply because Jareth was Thaddeus‘ one and only, best friend!

Only by striking Jareth could Thaddeus truly feel the sting.

And only Thaddeus‘ pain could bring him joy.

“Harvey, you’re getting more and more attuned to my thinking.”

Avery adjusted his gold–rimmed glasses and picked up his phone, dialing Edith’s number.

Emeric’s condition was stabilizing by the day, but the Ashbourne family couldn’t set their mind at ease. They took turns by his side watching over him every day, tending to him with great care that they managed to feed the handsome old man until he gained an extra ten pounds.

his increasing girth, Emeric could

been his happiest in nearly two

his children to hover around him out of obligation;

Especially Evadne.

time, Emeric, despite his age, started being somewhat petulant, insisting on seeing Evadne daily,

husband Thaddeus were dining with Emeric in his bedroom.

Emeric, open

as he was about to open his mouth, Evadne added,

losing his appetite instantly.

his lips pressed

hand and stuffing the rib in like force–feeding

always siding with him! Are you trying to choke me?” Emeric chewed the

young man’s culinary skills had

never tried to flatter or deal cursorily with his daughter;

a knock at the door.

couple entered–it

“Dad.”

you feeling today?” Chasel asked

and then playfully at Chasel’s clean–cut face. “Why so

both

fair skin, blushed down to the base of his neck at this jest, and

a warmth in his heart. He directly took his partner’s nervously sweating hand and firmly held it, saying. “Dad, Chasel is shy. Please don’t tease

crinkled with a smile, watching the young couple

there was nothing like love to transform

was now protectively standing by his

an inscrutable expression, his gaze gradually resting on their intertwined hands, his

to your fingernails? Why are they

“Chasel has a taste for nuts. I went out last night to get some chestnuts tonight and have been peeling them for

his face blushing in an adorable

and his hands, which once commanded great power. Now, they were reduced to cracking nuts for him.

good then. I thought you caught onychomycosis. I was worrying if you got that and infected Chasel, how could he look

blinked,

and Thaddeus exchanged a look of silent

Chase’s hand, letting out a laugh, “Dad, can’t

it was clear to

had truly accepted Chase into the

and light–hearted conversations, Emeric was coaxed by Evadne to finish his

getting ready. We’ll be leaving in a few

everything. Chase has also secured consultations with

thoughtful, Emeric’s eyes filled with thanks, but

can’t let go of all this?

about this, it’s that I can’t let go of you kids, especially you, you naughty girl.”

twinge of emotion in his voice as he tapped Evadne’s forehead affectionately. “Once I leave, I don’t know how long the treatment will rake. I’ve just gotten used to the familiarity and warmth you bring, much like a security blanket,

sweetness surged in Evadne’s heart, and

her, his broad palm gently soothing her slender

knew she couldn’t bear to part with her father either. She always acted tough, never liking to speak sentimental or cheesy things, but he understood just

latest, she’ll be ready to

then took his daughter’s hand