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

“Don’t!” he interjected.

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

by his train of thought, Gwendolyn could

while without catching sight of Cedrick, Gwendolyn decided to excuse herself.

Cedrick and Evelyn had just finished a round

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

“Suit yourself,” Cedrick muttered.

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

icy façade remained

answer made her giggle like a child

he’s content with my performance. Cedrick has

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

her high

ambled down the pebbled path of the

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

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

unless Evelyn initiated the

unhurried, and the quiet atmosphere brought about

topic to broach next, Evelyn was unaware of the unlevelled pebbled path. With an alarmed exclamation,

“Ah!”

Cedrick avoided her fall and

her imminent tumble, he reached out to

was so scary!”

pale. Grasping his arms tightly, she attempted to snuggle

about to push her away when he caught sight of

as she fixed

“Gwenny, let me explain-”

she scoffed and walked away without a

“Gwenny!”

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

been twisted. It

gloved hand tightened around her

stumbled into my arms, attempting to make her

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!”

go of her, not caring to

and that mattered more than anything

he turned to pursue Gwendolyn, Evelyn once again held onto

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