The Ex and Her Riches

Chapter 346 I Want Them All

Gwendolyn averted her gaze, refusing to acknowledge him, while a solitary tear trickled down from the corner of her eye, silently seeping into her hair.

What Charles wanted was something she could never give, nor would she ever be able to provide

She would only love Cedrick alone for the rest of her life!

Charles slumped on the side, a mix of tears and laughter escaping him. In his peripheral vision, he glimpsed Gwendolyn reclining on the sofa behind him. A deep crimson bruise marked her once pristine, snow-white neck, strikingly conspicuous.

The bruise on her neck was the result of him strangling her.

As his rationality resurfaced, he apologized, “Sorry, Gwen. I didn’t mean to hurt you.” Filled with remorse, he extended his hand, yearning to touch the red bruise on her neck.

Gwendolyn dodged him and turned around.

Charles’ fingers momentarily stiffened, but within seconds, his face hardened once more. He firmly grasped her shoulders, compelling her to meet his gaze.

His previous aura of coldness and malevolence resurfaced. “Gwen, I’ll give you another chance. Do you want to keep the child in your womb or save Cedrick’s life?”

“Why do you always have to force me to make choices, Charles?” Gwendolyn shot daggers at him, gritting her teeth.

He arched his brows and smirked. “Because it’s fun, isn’t it? Gwen, if you opt for Cedrick, I expect you to go to the hospital and abort the child. We’ll proceed as planned, and I’ll find a way to silence those wealthy tycoons. However, if you choose to keep the child, I can release you from our engagement and set you free, but Cedrick will have to die.”

A corner of his lips quirked up. He wanted to see how important Cedrick was in her life.

As she glared at him, Gwendolyn caught a fleeting glimpse of Nico entering through a window nearby.

She opened her eyes, and a cold glint flashed across them. “Charles, I refuse to choose. I want them both!” After she finished speaking, a muffled thud resounded within the room.

Nico, holding a golf club from the corner, forcefully struck the back of Charles head.

fost consciousness, collapsing to

dropped the golf club and

comforting grin. “It’s okay. I’m all

lying on the carpet. “What are you

deep contemplation “Gerhardt

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could have possibly kept

and

would find it safest to keep the antidote there. It could be concealed within his personal chambers Perhaps tonight is a perfect opportunity for me to retrieve

concern. “But there’s a banquet being held in the palace, and it

other

so many people and distractions, we can blend in and carry out our mission discreetly. At any time, the palace

conflicted, but he knew that was the last resort Gwendolyn could

his grip on her. Moreover, they understood that if they failed to retrieve the antidote tonight,

means would be

any

risky, especially considering your pregnancy. Let me take care

Charles, which means everyone is aware of our relationship. I can easily enter the Alzer Palace without raising suspicion. But you, on the other hand, would face

knock him unconscious, but he’s trained and has an excellent physique. He’ll probably regain consciousness soon. If you’re not by

Gwendolyn hesitated as she

“Having you here to keep Charles in check gives me a better chance

you risk your life and get caught. Even if we can’t retrieve the antidote tonight, as long as we still have a chance, we can find alternative

your life at risk!” she

eyes with her, profoundly touched by the sincerity reflected in her gaze. Gratitude swelled

up in his eyes. “Thank you. Apart from Boss, you’re the kindest

more earnest when Nico mentioned Cedrick. “Though Ceddy always teased you, he has always regarded you as family. If he were in my shoes, I believe he would prioritize your safety

his nose, trying to hold back

into serious planning mode. “Once you’ve retrieved the antidote, find a way to return

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