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.

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;

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

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

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

young man already holding the position of a detective squad leader,

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 aside.

you’re taking the

to hurt that

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

Avery replied,

had nothing more to say and turned to

“One moment.”

“For this mission, I’m assigning you an assistant, to avoid any

Chambers, I’m only average in

pair of hands is always more secure.”

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

no way out, Elsie

silent

your grasp of the human psyche is

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

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

and the son of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a plane crash,

person or not,

hands of his own ‘brother‘ would

again, and a cop to boot. Getting

with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you testing

glasses, Avery’s eyes

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

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

a call from her

her voice sweet

sound happy, any good news?”

gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging

Exchanging vows?

at Thaddeus‘ handsome face.

hand securely around her slender waist, yielded with

day. If Evadne is willing,

flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s

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