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.

and younger brother, not a lover. Don’t get your hopes up about me, or else I might have

“Don’t!” he interjected.

in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have

thought,

of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to visit the restroom.

Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished a round

more intimate to address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

she cooed, “Mr. Cedrick, were you satisfied with my socializing

remained unchanged.

made her giggle like

it means he’s content with my performance.

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

glanced at her

down the pebbled

tranquility surrounding them was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding

in his suit pockets. His dignified

silent unless Evelyn initiated

unhurried, and the quiet

next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation, she lost

“Ah!”

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

realizing her imminent tumble, he reached out to

Cedrick, that was so

Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to

sight of a silhouette in a red

and stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with a frigid

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

he could finish, she scoffed and walked away

“Gwenny!”

of Gwendolyn’s cold gaze. However, Evelyn clung

my foot feels like it’s been twisted. It hurts so much!” she

couldn’t care less about her pain. His gloved hand tightened around her

didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to

reddening with distress. Gasping for air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot is really hurt. If you don’t believe me, you can check.

not be!” Cedrick

not caring to verify her

upset with him, and that mattered more

he turned to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again

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