His Ex-Wife Is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus) novel Chapter 485

Some were down on their luck, others riding high.

Avery put on a show of concern, pacing the living room with feigned anxiety, his posture straight, his expression grave.

"Damn, we just got rid of that Unfaithful Thaddeus, and now we've got Snaky Avery on our doorstep! What kind of bad karma has our little sis racked up? Did she sell out her country in a past life?!"

Arnold and Cassius watched from the second-floor landing, the former seething with a gnawing irritation. Cassius glared at Avery's all-too-familiar theatrics; his grip on the banister was so tight veins stood out on his hand.

"At such a grand dinner, as the star of the Chambers Group, he's a no-show. But the moment Evadne has a crisis, he can't wait to jump into the fray. Humph, with my years as a prosecutor, I'd bet tonight's drama has Snaky Avery's fingerprints all over it. Probably in cahoots with Edith, using that wicked girl as a pawn!"

"Your analysis is spot-on. But he's cunning, and knows how to use others to do his dirty work."

Cassius's cold gaze locked onto Avery's face, "Before he makes his move, he's already plotting his escape route. No doubt, he's cleared his tracks. Otherwise, he wouldn't be here so brazenly tonight. He must think he's safe and sound."

"Son of a gun, it's not with the best of intentions, means no good!"

Arnold exhaled his frustration, "All of us brothers, strong as we are, can't seem to lay a finger on that devil!"

Just then, Emeric approached Avery, flanked by Myra and Dylan.

"Mr. Ashbourne, Mrs. Ashbourne."

Avery quickly stood up and bowed, the epitome of politeness and the kind of kid that parents adored.

"Mr. Chambers, my daughter isn't feeling well and isn't up to receiving visitors."

Seeing Emeric's poor state, Myra spoke on his behalf, "And after the unpleasantness at tonight's event, which you must have heard about, we're really not in the mood for guests. Please, see yourself out."

Avery's eyes darkened at Myra's dismissal, his fingers clenched in barely concealed frustration, yet he managed to keep his composure, "I heard about Evadne's condition and couldn't rest, so I rushed over to see her. Mr. Ashbourne, don't worry. I know a few renowned doctors in Helgen. If the local physicians are at a loss, I can invite them to Skyrim to consult on Evadne's case!"

"Avery."

Emeric spoke up abruptly, his voice heavy, "We appreciate your concern. But right now, you're Nydia's fiancé. No matter how close you and Evadne grew up, it's time you focused your attention on Nydia. You need to keep your distance from Evadne."

Avery was shocked, his complexion paling!

"Ha, that's right!"

Arnold couldn't help but feel victorious, "After all his scheming, he still can't have our sister. His plans have come to nothing. Outsmarted by his own cleverness!"

"Mr. Ashbourne, the person I've always wanted to marry is Evadne! I never intended to marry anyone else!" Avery declared, his gaze intense and unashamed.

Myra was taken aback, lips pressed tightly in embarrassment.

"What are you saying?"

Emeric's eyebrows furrowed, his voice deepening, "Mr. Chambers, my daughters are not commodities for you to pick and choose from at will. We agreed on Nydia, and it's going to be Nydia. Don't bring up things between you and Evadne again!"

"Mr. Ashbourne, you know how I feel about Evadne. It's as clear as day."

Despite Avery's duplicitous nature, his love for Evadne was true, and so was the passionate plea in his eyes, "I never had a choice in the alliance or who to be allied with! And you know, I only conceded because I thought Evadne had found happiness. But do you really think that Thaddeus is a good match for her now?!"

Emeric's breath halted, the pain of his daughter's permanent scar shaking his vision!

"Before, I failed to protect Evadne, letting her suffer. From now on, I will only protect her, never betray her like Thaddeus did, never hurt her."

Avery's eyes brimmed with tears, his voice hoarse with emotion, "Mr. Ashbourne, please, let me marry Evadne. I will never let her go through that again."

"Dream on, buddy! Dreams are where you can have it all!"

As Cassius and Arnold descended the stairs side by side, Avery's eyes gleamed maliciously, his jaw clenched tight.

"Dad! Don't be fooled by this guy's act; he's no good! Who knows if he colluded with Edith tonight, aiming to steal love and take advantage of a vulnerable moment!" Arnold, ever the straight shooter, lacked his big brother's composure and was ready to tear down Avery's facade.

Emeric and Myra were both taken aback, in disbelief!

"Arnold, I know you don’t like me; you know I love Evadne so much, but that doesn’t mean you can tarnish my personality as you like." Avery gently pushed his glasses, “Edith and I have no connections. The only one was at the horse racing event when she made trouble for Evadne, and I helped her to get out of it. That’s all. You’re Evadne’s brothers, and I won’t take it personally today. But I hope there’s no second time.”

What the heck! If his father and Myra were there, Arnold would hurl insults at him. That guy surely knew how to play the victim!

“Arnold, don’t make baseless accusations,” Emeric cautioned, his eyes a complex mix of emotions.

Arnold was desperate to step forward but was held back by Cassius's timely grip on his arm.

"Mr. Chambers, you fancy tying the knot with Evadne? Not a chance. And your brother Byron, dreaming of making Nydia his bride? Forget about it!"