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.

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 simple, lacking challenge, and I apologize for underutilizing someone of your talents, Hans. This time, I’ve found

up a file from the

it. His complex gaze finally settled on a photo of a man

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

leisurely. “A young man already holding the position of a detective squad leader, distinguished

sharply, and she pinched her arm hard to manage her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore the man’s photo from the

you’re taking

going to hurt

Chapter 771

was cold and resolute. “I’m an assassin,

replied, his smile unaffected.

more to say

“One moment.”

assistant,

protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m only average

of hands is always more secure.”

gaze. “Elsie, you’ve never refused

way out, Elsie reluctantly

left, the always silent Harvey approached Avery and whispered,

Chambers, your grasp of the human

dog of Sir. Without a formidable opponent, it’s hard to keep him focused on working for

lethargy. “I’m eager to see a real–life version

son of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a plane crash, they look almost identical. Could they be the

not, it

“To die at the hands of his own ‘brother‘ would indeed

again, and a cop to boot. Getting rid of him would indeed solve

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

his gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s eyes

the Bartleys broke off the engagement, Hamilton had slept well, eaten well, and had a good reason to have his granddaughter

a week’s work, prepared gifts and set out in high spirits to visit

Evadne received a call from her

Evadne hit the speakerphone, her voice sweet

any good news?”

gentle. “Are you

Exchanging vows?

at Thaddeus‘

her, his hand securely around

ready every day. If Evadne

stirring Evadne’s breath

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