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

“Don’t!” he interjected.

in one go to comfort himself. “Although I won’t have the fortune to marry you, being your confidant isn’t

of thought,

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

hotel garden’s fountain, Cedrick and Evelyn

it’s more intimate to address you as Mr. Cedrick. Is

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

you satisfied with my socializing just

icy façade remained

her giggle like

Rounded up, it means he’s content with

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

her

down the pebbled path of

surrounding them was accented by the dim lamplight, shrouding their silhouettes in a vague

suit pockets. His

unless Evelyn initiated

pace was unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere

broach next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With

“Ah!”

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

her imminent tumble, he reached out

that was so

face turned pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to

grimaced and was about to push her away when he caught sight of a silhouette in a red

crossed her hands and stood silently as she fixed Cedrick with a

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

scoffed and walked away without a backward

“Gwenny!”

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

been twisted. It hurts so

her pain. His gloved hand tightened around

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

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

not be!”

her, not caring to verify her

was upset with him, and

Evelyn once again held onto his suit

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