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

“Don’t!” he interjected.

his glass in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to marry you,

train of thought, Gwendolyn

a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to visit the restroom. I’ll

the hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had

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

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

you satisfied with my socializing just

remained unchanged.

giggle like a child receiving

bad. Rounded up, it means he’s content with my performance. Cedrick has

place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing

glanced at her high heels and

down the pebbled

by the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague and mysterious

in silence, tucking his hands in his suit pockets. His dignified aura was tinged with

unless Evelyn initiated the

and the quiet atmosphere brought about a sense

was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost her balance and instinctively stumbled into Cedrick’s

“Ah!”

step back, Cedrick avoided her fall and didn’t even touch the corners of her

her imminent tumble, he reached out

Cedrick, that was

turned pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle closer

when he caught sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing

she fixed Cedrick with a

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

finish, she scoffed and

“Gwenny!”

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

been twisted.

hand tightened around her

from the start, didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled into my

Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt. If you don’t believe

better not

not

upset with him, and that mattered more

Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held onto

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