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.

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

a file from the coffee table and

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

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

holding the position of a detective squad leader, distinguished

her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore the man’s photo from the file and

you’re taking

not going to hurt that girl.”

Chapter 771

“I’m an assassin, but I don’t prey on

Avery replied, his smile

nothing more to say and

“One moment.”

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

Elsie’s heart tightened, and she immediately protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat,

extra pair of hands is always more

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

way out, Elsie reluctantly agreed.

silent

the human

Without a formidable opponent,

with lethargy. “I’m eager to see a

Hans and the son of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a plane crash, they look almost

same person or not, it only

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

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

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

glasses, Avery’s eyes half–closed darkly.

broke off the engagement, Hamilton had slept well, eaten well, and had a good reason to have his granddaughter stay with him in Havenbrook for a while.

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

call from her eldest brother, Cassius.

her

happy, any good

gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging vows?”

Exchanging vows?

at Thaddeus‘ handsome

man beside her, his hand securely around her slender

If Evadne is willing, remarriage, anytime.”

ear, stirring Evadne’s breath and causing her heart

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