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.

with him. “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

“Don’t!” he interjected.

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

train of thought, Gwendolyn could only shake her

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

fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn had just

Jenson, I feel it’s more intimate to address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is that all right?”

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

were you satisfied with my socializing just

icy façade remained unchanged. “It

answer made her giggle

means not bad. Rounded up, it means he’s content with

with delight. “Could you accompany me to a quieter place to rest, Mr.

her high heels and

the pebbled

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

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

silent unless

the quiet atmosphere

in thought about which topic to broach next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost

“Ah!”

her fall

tumble, he

was so

Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle

about to push her away when he caught sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing

crossed her hands and stood silently as she fixed

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

and walked away without

“Gwenny!”

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

Cedrick, my foot feels like it’s been twisted. It hurts so

gloved hand tightened around her neck, fury visible in his

deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make

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

not be!” Cedrick

of her, not caring to verify

upset with him, and that mattered more

he turned to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again

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