The Ex and Her Riches

Chapter 257

Chapter 257 Got A Grip On Miss Harris

Evelyn had graced countless film festivals, paraded down numerous red carpets, and even attended myriad galas as a coveted guest.

However, she had never experienced a man who candidly refused to make an appearance with her arm in arm.

To her, it was outright humiliation.

Despite the ire boiling within, she managed an amicable smile. “Understood, Mr. Jenson. Don’t worry, I won’t put you in an awkward position with Ms. Harris.”

Cedrick nodded impassively and got out of the car first.

Nico quickly followed suit and went over to the other side to open the door for Evelyn.

The moment the duo made their appearances, they became the center of attention, with camera flashlights bombarding them relentlessly.

Evelyn, well–acquainted with the current situation, flashed a charming yet dignified smile. As they entered side by side, they maintained an impeccable distance, with not even a swish of their clothes touching each other.

Throughout the social exchanges and courtesies that followed, Evelyn was careful to maintain a respectful distance, which made Cedrick lower his guard a little.

Gwendolyn had already made her entrance before them.

However, she was not a fan of socializing and chose to sit in an unobtrusive corner with Joaquin to savor time.

Joaquin downed one drink after another, his face marred with discontent.

Puzzled, Gwendolyn asked, “What’s wrong? Who’s managed to upset you?”

In a petulant huff, Joaquin said, “Cedrick”

Perplexed, Gwendolyn queried again, “You haven’t spoken a word to him since arriving at Salinsburgh. How did he manage to offend you?”

“He proposed to you before I could legally do so. Now, with the business alliance between the Jenson and Harris families, I fear I have lost my chance forever!” Joaquin said in despair.

Amused, Gwendolyn let out a chuckle as she flicked Joaquin’s forehead. “What nonsense are you spouting? Even if I weren’t engaged to him, I wouldn’t fancy someone younger than me.”

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“You’re lying. You have previously confessed to liking me!” Joaquin protested.

“Hey, brat. My fondness for you is akin to a friend and younger brother, not a lover. Don’t get your hopes up about me, or else I might have to avoid you

“Don’t!” he interjected.

comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to

by his train of thought, Gwendolyn could only shake

for a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I

hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and

address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is that all right?” Evelyn

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you satisfied with my socializing just

remained unchanged.

her giggle

bad. Rounded up, it means he’s content

quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite some time. I’m feeling rather

at her high

ambled down the pebbled

accented by the dim lamplight,

in his suit pockets. His dignified aura

silent unless Evelyn

unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere brought about a sense

of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance and

“Ah!”

reflexive step back, Cedrick avoided her fall and

her imminent tumble, he

was so scary!” Evelyn

face turned pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she

when he caught sight of a silhouette

as she

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

and walked

“Gwenny!”

the sight of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze. However, Evelyn clung to his arm

been twisted. It hurts

hand tightened around her neck, fury visible in his dark

stumbled into my arms, attempting to

she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr.

not be!” Cedrick

go of her, not caring to verify

and that mattered more than

turned to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held

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