The Ex and Her Riches

Chapter 333 Asking About Cedrick

The bitterness in Cedrick’s mouth was so thick that he could not even speak. He downed a whole glass of water before the bitterness subsided.

After taking the medicine, he felt drained. He collapsed against the bed frame. His eyelashes fluttered as his entire body trembled. He felt weak.

Treyton tucked the quilt around him. He rolled up his own sleeves to show Cedrick the red marks on his

arm.

“Look at this! I suffered on your behalf! My arm is all swollen.”

Then, he remembered that Cedrick’s eyes could not see. So, he grabbed Cedrick’s hand and ran his fingers along his arm for him to feel the bumps and cuts.

“Feel it! My arm is so swollen! So, please feel sorry for me, and stop causing any more trouble!”

Without any hesitation, Cedrick withdrew his hand swiftly and declared, “I’m not in the habit of touching

men.”

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Treyton laughed and countered in a teasing tone, “So, you’re in the habit of touching women?”

“I will not touch any woman other than Gwenny.”

There was no doubt in his voice, and his jaw was stubbornly set. It was a serious proclamation.

Treyton nodded, satisfied with Cedrick’s answer. “I’m glad to hear that. You must remember that Gwendolyn is the treasure of our family. If you upset her or make her sad in any way, her two other brothers and I will not let you get away with it!”

Cedrick pursed his lips and smiled at Treyton’s impassioned proclamation,

Any mention of Gwendolyn invoked a great joy in him.

Meanwhile, downstairs, the men from the Federal Bureau of Investigation were halted by the guards outside the gates of the villa. They were surprised to see Asher appear.

“Why is Mr. Asher here? Where is Mr. Jenson?”

“He is down with flu and fever. I’m taking care of him on behalf of my sister. You can deal with me directly,” replied Asher with a rather bored expression.

“Uh…”

decisions regarding the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Besides, this is a top–secret matter. Just let us come in and meet

documents in the men’s hands and held out his hand for them.

just about these documents. We must brief Mr. Jenson

Asher frowned in displeasure.

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not interested in the affairs of Federal Bureau of Investigation. Don’t worry

doubting you. There’s no way you’ll do

listen to any more excuses or justifications.

pressured, the men had no choice but to hand over the documents to

get out of

back toward the villa, but before he had even taken two steps, another commotion sounded at

second son of the Jenson family. He had brought his men

yet, he refused to show up. Well, today, I’m here to invite him in person. If he still refuses me, my father will come personally

the guard, his voice

headed back toward

Asher approach. He smiled mischievously and said, “Hey! What is

his anger and replied politely, “It’s been rather cold lately. Cedrick caught the flu and also has a fever now. Gwenny is rather

that’s why.” Yael nodded

a minor illness. It’s not like he was bedridden! Grandpa just keeps making up excuses to avoid coming despite our repeated invitations. He’s doing

here. Don’t

Then, he flashed a fake smile at Asher and replied rather hypocritically, “Although Cedrick is always hiding from his family, I understand the situation is rather crazy. I’m

back at him and made no reply to

come in. There will be a family luncheon at noon

winked at the men he had brought

but were blocked

their way into the villa and were electrocuted

and said in a firm voice, “Mr. Yael, what would you do if

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Xander blurted out, “Asher, this is the Jenson residence! You are not family! Who are you to act

it’s true that I’m an outsider.” Asher sneered. “However, Cedrick is engaged to my sister. My soon–to- be brother–in–law knows that he must prioritize his health. You people, his so–called relatives, only care whether he is able to walk or not. Such

face froze. Just as he was about to defend himself, Asher spoke up again. “You know very well whether or not Cedrick really wants to see you. Go on,

“Asher, this matter…”

justifications. It was clearly written on his

was not angry,

Harris family, so he had no choice