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.

her forehead, Gwendolyn leveled 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 to avoid you altogether, ending

“Don’t!” he interjected.

downed the red wine in his glass in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the

of thought, Gwendolyn could

sitting in the quiet corner for a while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself. “I need to

and Evelyn had just finished a round

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

icy façade remained unchanged. “It

answer made her giggle

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

me to a quieter place to rest, Mr. Cedrick? We’ve been standing and talking for quite some time.

her

the pebbled path

them was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes

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

unless Evelyn initiated

pace was unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere brought

unlevelled pebbled path.

“Ah!”

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

her imminent tumble, he reached out to

that was so scary!”

arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle closer

caught sight of a silhouette in a red dress standing not far

she fixed Cedrick with a frigid and mocking

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

scoffed and walked away without

“Gwenny!”

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

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

hand tightened around her neck, fury visible

the start, didn’t you? You deliberately stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her

in agony, reddening with distress. Gasping for air, she choked out, “W–What do you mean, Mr. Cedrick? My foot

better not be!”

let go of her, not caring

and

Evelyn once again held

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