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.

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

a file from the coffee table and handed it to Hans.

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

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

man already holding the position

her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy

taking the

not going to hurt that

Chapter 771

resolute. “I’m an assassin, but I don’t

understand,” Avery replied, his smile unaffected.

had nothing more to say and turned to

“One moment.”

you an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen complications. Elsie, you

heart tightened, and she immediately protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m

extra pair of hands is always

looked at her with an amused gaze. “Elsie, you’ve never

out,

silent Harvey approached Avery and

of the human psyche is

is indeed a well–bred dog of Sir. Without a formidable opponent, it’s hard to

his head on his hand, his voice laced with lethargy. “I’m

who supposedly died in a plane crash, they look almost identical. Could they

not, it only makes my game more interesting.”

his own

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

time, you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do

his gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s

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

Evadne, happy after a week’s work, prepared gifts and set out in high spirits

the way, Evadne received a call from her eldest brother,

the speakerphone, her voice sweet

happy, any good

and gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging

Exchanging vows?

bright eyes gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome face.

beside her, his hand securely around her slender waist, yielded with

Evadne

last words brushed softly past her flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s breath and causing her heart to flutter

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