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.

restrained himself and simply said with a 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

that, he picked up a file from the coffee table and handed it to

finally settled on a photo of a man in a police uniform. After a long pause, he spoke in a hoarse

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

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

contracted sharply, and she pinched her arm hard to manage her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore the man’s photo from the file

Hans, you’re taking the job?”

going to

Chapter 771

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

Avery replied, his smile unaffected.

to say

“One moment.”

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

“Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat,

hands is always more secure.”

looked at her with an amused gaze. “Elsie,

way out, Elsie

the always silent Harvey

grasp of the

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

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

the son of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a

not, it only

of his

to boot. Getting rid of him would indeed solve

before speaking. “But this time, you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt

gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s

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

after a week’s work, prepared gifts and

a call from her eldest brother, Cassius.

her

happy, any

voice was warm and gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus

Exchanging vows?

eyes gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome face.

beside her, his hand securely around her

every day. If Evadne is willing,

past her flushed ear, stirring

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