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 say, without

happiest in nearly two

children to hover around him out of obligation; he just wanted to see

Especially Evadne.

he was making up for the years of lost father–daughter time, Emeric, despite his age, started being somewhat petulant, insisting

Emeric in his bedroom. She picked up a rib and held it to

open

smiled beamingly, just as he was about to open his

mouth closed, losing his appetite

his lips pressed

open Emeric’s mouth with her left hand and stuffing the rib in like force–feeding a goose “This is Thaddeus‘ heartfelt effort.

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

young man’s culinary skills had improved

never tried to flatter or deal cursorily with his daughter; his sincerity was

knock at

perfectly matched couple entered–it was Cassius and

“Dad.”

how are you feeling today?” Chasel asked warmly, standing shoulder to shoulder with his

and then playfully at Chasel’s clean–cut face. “Why so formal all of a sudden? Not

and Thaddeus both looked shocked!

who originally had fair skin, blushed down to the base of his neck

a warmth in his heart. He directly took his partner’s nervously sweating hand and firmly held it, saying.

watching

was nothing like love to transform a person.

now protectively standing

looked at them with an inscrutable expression, his gaze gradually resting on their intertwined hands, his brow furrowing

what happened to your fingernails? Why are they

out last night to get some chestnuts tonight and have been peeling them for him. Must be from the chestnut

rapidly, his face blushing in

a status of high regard, and his hands, which once commanded great power. Now, they were reduced to cracking nuts for him. What parent would be pleased by

Emeric mildly said, “Ah, that’s good then. I thought you caught onychomycosis. I was worrying if you got that and infected Chasel, how could he look after patients in the future?”

just blinked, wordless.

a

squeezed Chase’s hand, letting out a laugh, “Dad, can’t you just wish me well for once?”

was clear to

had truly accepted Chase into

warm and light–hearted conversations, Emeric was coaxed by Evadne

need to start getting ready. We’ll be leaving

and Chasel exchanged a look, “I’ve contacted the best sanatorium over there and arranged everything. Chase has also secured consultations with

filled with thanks, but even more so with reluctance to leave.

can’t let go of all this? But money’s

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

treatment will rake. I’ve just gotten used to the familiarity and warmth you bring, much like a security blanket,

surged in Evadne’s heart, and her

his broad palm

father either. She always acted tough, never liking to

she needs to know about the K Group. By the end of the month at the latest, she’ll be ready to take the reins,” Cassius said, his gaze heavy with earnest expectation as he looked

then took his daughter’s hand in his, “Girl, can you handle