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.

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 you a new target that

the coffee table and handed it

finally settled on a photo of a

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

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

prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore the man’s photo from the file and

Hans, you’re taking the job?”

going to hurt

Chapter 771

cold and resolute. “I’m an assassin, but I don’t prey on

replied, his smile unaffected.

had nothing more to say and turned to leave.

“One moment.”

an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen

“Mr. Chambers, I’m

pair of hands is always more

looked at her with an amused gaze. “Elsie, you’ve never refused a task I’ve given you.”

out, Elsie

always silent

the human psyche is truly

Sir. Without a formidable opponent, it’s hard to keep

hand, his voice laced with lethargy. “I’m eager to see a real–life version of the legendary

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

person or not,

die at the hands of his own ‘brother‘ would indeed be a fitting

to boot. Getting

with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you testing

Avery’s

and had a good reason to have his granddaughter stay with him

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

received a call from her

her voice sweet and

any good

gentle. “Are you and

Exchanging vows?

bright eyes gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome face.

hand securely around her slender waist, yielded

Evadne is

past her flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s

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