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

the coffee table and handed it to Hans.

of a man in a police uniform. After

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

“A young man 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 tore the

you’re taking the job?”

going to hurt that girl.”

Chapter 771

assassin, but I don’t prey on the

replied, his smile unaffected.

to say and turned to

“One moment.”

an assistant, to avoid

Chambers, I’m only average in combat, I’ll just

hands is always more

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

out,

the always silent

grasp of the human

Sir. Without a formidable opponent, it’s

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

think Hans and the son of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a

not, it only makes my

chuckled. “To die at the hands of his

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

speaking. “But this time, you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you testing her?”

his gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s eyes

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

happy after a week’s work, prepared

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

Evadne hit the speakerphone, her voice sweet and

happy, any good news?”

and gentle. “Are you

Exchanging vows?

gazed at

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

ready every day. If Evadne is

last words brushed softly past her flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s

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