His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 748

“Marilla, are you kidding me?!” Even the usually composed Thaddeus lost his cool, his large hands gripping her shoulders firmly, “Marriage isn’t child’s play; it’s about your lifetime of happiness! Do you even know what kind of man Alston is? Didn’t you see how cozy he was with Edith last time? Aren’t you afraid this is just another one of Edith’s schemes to get at you and Jareth?!”

Marilla let him shake her, her teary eyes quivering with emotion.

“Do you really not love Jareth anymore? Look me in the eyes and tell me, do you really not love him?!” Thaddeus‘ brows were furrowed with concern as he bombarded her with questions.

“Thaddeus, I’ve grown up. I’m not that little girl anymore, the one who used to lock herself in her room, too scared to face people, finding solace in sketches and dolls.”

Marilla’s voice was as soft as silk, but her stance was resolute, “I know what I’m doing, and I know what I want.” Voice trembling, the man asked, “Marrying Alston, is that what you want?”

“If I can’t be with Jareth, then it doesn’t matter whom I marry.”

“Who says you can’t be together? Jareth loves you deeply; he’d give up everything for you! If only you’d stand by him.”

“Thaddeus, I’m tired.”

the loss of his inheritance and the alienation of his family for my sake, I would feel guilty for life. Even if we were together, I wouldn’t be happy. But if I marry into the Fairhaven Group, I doubt I’ll ever have peace.

go of her shoulders, the bitterness scorching his throat, leaving him

returned the hairpin to Jareth, the latter fell gravely ill, overcome by shock and grief. In

severe stomach condition, a result of

it was just stomach pains that occurred during his busiest times, so he would just

be hospitalized. But aside from Lily and Dean, no one else knew of this.

of the corporation, but he didn’t show up on time for his first high–level executive meeting.

the head, eyeing the empty seat beside

his very first meeting? How presumptuous.”

he probably

of the game. If Mr. Jareth Fairhaven keeps this up, Mr. Barry Fairhaven might just hand the CEO position

the murmurs of disapproval toward Jareth, a smug smile playing on his lips. Beneath the table, he was messaging Edith.

niece, I really must thank you for your help when I have

Uncle Gary. Alas, It’s a pity we couldn’t pull that brat down from his CEO pedestal. Grandpa Barry still favors him, such a

Chapter 748

you’re always too impatient. I heard that Marilla and Jareth are done. Jareth’s so upset he’s in the hospital, though I’m not sure what exactly is wrong with him. The Abernathy family is spreading the word that they will never let Marilla marry

Mrs. Bartley went to the Abernathy family mansion for their son’s engagement to Marilla, and they seem to be getting along famously. Once Marilla and young Mr. Alston Bartley’s engagement is set, Jareth will be devastated, unable to handle anything. That’s when your chance to strike back

he was about to text back, a loud

fur collar, hands casually tucked in the pockets of his patterned suit, strode in with the swagger of a prince, so effortlessly

indifferent mask. His domineering presence made Gary feel like a

overslept,” Jareth

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with such a nonchalant air, completely unfazed except for a slight paleness, Gary couldn’t help but feel

well, look at Mr. Jareth Fairhaven, throwing his weight around. A new broom

the Fairhaven Group never cared much for rules, Jareth was