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.

rage, his knuckles whitening as he gripped his wine glass. Yet he 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 girl; she’s just a decoy. I know the previous tasks were too simple, lacking challenge, and I apologize

file from the coffee

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

manage her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.”

you’re taking the job?”

going to hurt that

Chapter 771

assassin,

Avery replied, his

had nothing more to say

“One moment.”

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

I’m only average

hands is

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

out, Elsie

they left, the always silent Harvey approached Avery and

the

a formidable opponent, it’s hard to keep

his hand, his voice laced with lethargy. “I’m eager

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

they are the same person or not, it only makes my game more interesting.”

his own ‘brother‘ would

to boot. Getting rid of him would indeed solve

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

Avery’s eyes half–closed

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

after a week’s work, prepared gifts and set out in high spirits

a call from her

Evadne hit the speakerphone, her voice sweet

sound happy, any good

voice was warm and gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging vows?”

Exchanging vows?

eyes gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome

her, his hand securely around her slender

If Evadne

flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s breath and causing her heart

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