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.

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

from the coffee table and handed it to

a photo of a

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

young man already holding the position

sharply, and she pinched her arm hard to manage her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy

Hans, you’re taking

to hurt

Chapter 771

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

Avery replied, his

had nothing more to say and turned to leave.

“One moment.”

eyes narrowed slightly. “For this mission, I’m assigning you an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen complications. Elsie, you will accompany

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

hands

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

no way out, Elsie reluctantly

silent Harvey approached Avery and

of the human

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

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

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

the same person or not, it

die at the hands of his

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

sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still

his gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s

well, and had a good reason to have his granddaughter stay with him in Havenbrook for

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

Evadne received a call from her eldest

the speakerphone, her

sound happy, any good news?”

“Are you and Thaddeus

Exchanging vows?

gazed at Thaddeus‘

man beside her, his hand securely around her

If Evadne is

stirring Evadne’s breath and causing her heart to flutter

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