His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 771

Chapter 771

That night, The Velvet Haven was abuzz with whispers and shadowy movements.

Elsie guided Hans through the dimly lit, opulent corridors of the establishment. The man trailing behind her was as silent and foreboding as a bat in the night, sending shivers up her spine

In a highly discreet room, Avery had been waiting for some time.

“Hans, I didn’t expect to see you again so soon,” Avery said, his smile spreading across his face as he handed Hans a glass of fine red wine. “You must be weary from your journey. I’ve prepared this top–shelf vintage especially for you.”

Hans‘ features were stern, and he deflected the wine glass without blinking, showing no courtesy to the man who represented Sir in Elmsworth,

“Ms. Archer briefed me on the way here.”

Seeing Hans‘ refusal to drink, Avery took a sip himself, demonstrating his flexibility. “Is that so? Then I suppose I can skip the formalities.”

“Avery, why do you persist in troubling a young lady? Do you think I have nothing better to do?” Hans‘ gaze was dark and intense.

“Have you developed a soft spot for the fairer sex?” Avery teased, swirling the wine in his glass with elegant fingers. “It seems you’re not as cold–hearted as I thought, still capable of human sentiment.”

“I simply find it beneath me. The tasks you set for me are degrading.” Hans replied sharply, his words laced with an edge. “Sir appointed you to oversee Elmsworth, and all you can do to fend off enemies is.to kidnap their wives and children and seek outside help? This establishment of yours, The Velvet Haven, it’s time it goes under.”

Elsie’s eyelashes fluttered with a strange sense of satisfaction.

Inside The Velvet Haven, no one dared to speak to Mr. Chambers with such insolence.

But Hans didn’t care. He was Sir’s man and only followed Sir’s orders.

he restrained himself and simply said with a light chuckle, “Hans, the fact that we’re meeting tonight means Sir approves of my plan. You just need to cooperate. And I didn’t say my target this time is that young girl; she’s just a decoy. I know the previous tasks were too

up a file from the coffee table and

on a photo of a man in a police uniform. After a long pause, he spoke in

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

already holding the position of a detective squad leader, distinguished and promising

expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.”

Hans, you’re taking the job?”

to hurt

Chapter 771

“I’m an assassin, but

replied,

had nothing more to say and turned to leave.

“One moment.”

mission, I’m assigning you an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen complications. Elsie, you will accompany Hans.”

protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat, I’ll just

hands is always more

with an amused gaze. “Elsie, you’ve

out,

the always silent

of the human psyche is

Without a formidable opponent, it’s hard to keep

with lethargy. “I’m eager to see a real–life version of the legendary

in a plane crash, they look almost identical. Could they be the same person?” Harvey asked, puzzled.

person or not,

“To die at the hands of his own ‘brother‘ would indeed be a fitting end.”

a cop to boot. Getting rid of him would indeed solve a lot

you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you

glasses, Avery’s eyes half–closed

off the engagement, Hamilton had slept well, eaten well, and had a good reason to have his granddaughter stay with him in Havenbrook for

weekend, Thaddeus and Evadne, happy after a week’s work, prepared gifts and

received a call

Evadne hit the speakerphone, her voice sweet and cheery.

sound happy, any

was warm and gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging vows?”

Exchanging vows?

gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome face.

securely around her slender waist,

ready every day. If Evadne

stirring Evadne’s

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