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.

You just need to cooperate. And I didn’t say my target this time is that young

from the coffee

and glanced through it. His complex gaze finally settled on a photo of a man in a police uniform. After a long

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

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

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

you’re taking

going to

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an assassin, but I don’t prey on the

understand,” Avery replied,

to say

“One moment.”

this mission, I’m assigning you an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen complications. Elsie, you will

protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat, I’ll just hold

of hands is always more secure.”

at her with an amused gaze. “Elsie, you’ve

out, Elsie

they left, the always silent Harvey approached Avery and whispered,

the human

of Sir. Without a formidable opponent, it’s hard to keep

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

Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a plane crash, they look

the same person or not, it

his own ‘brother‘

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

you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you

his gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s eyes half–closed darkly.

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

week’s work, prepared gifts and set out

the way, Evadne received a call from her

the speakerphone, her voice sweet and cheery.

any good news?”

gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging

Exchanging vows?

eyes gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome face.

securely around her slender waist, yielded with

ready every day. If Evadne is willing, remarriage, anytime.”

flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s

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