His Ex-Wife Is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus) novel Chapter 801

Evadne gazed into the man's tumultuous eyes, her lips, still flushed and tender from his kiss, quivered slightly.

Suddenly, the image of Alexia's beguiling face came to mind, along with the smile she reserved exclusively for Thaddeus. A peculiar discomfort twisted in Evadne's heart.

She wasn't prone to fits of jealousy. As the esteemed Ms. Ashbourne, CEO of the K Group, she refused to indulge in the petty squabbles so typical of those clingy, dependent women.

Yet, this time, her emotions betrayed her, filling her with an unfamiliar irritation.

"Mr. Chad Abernathy is your brother; he greeted me politely. Should I not smile back? Would crying be more appropriate?" Evadne turned her face away, trying to avoid his burning gaze, her delicate nose tinged with a hint of red.

Thaddeus' eyes darkened, his fingers gently pinching her chin, turning her face back towards him with a mix of coercion and seduction.

"Evadne, I'm scared."

She blinked her moist eyes at him.

"You're so beautiful when you smile. I fear he might become enchanted by you," his voice was hoarse, his lips hovering teasingly over the corner of hers.

"I can't help it if I'm this perfect, constantly radiating charm without even trying." Evadne murmured sulkily, "But even with all my allure, I can't hold a candle to Alexia."

Thaddeus' brows knitted together, "What do you mean by that?"

"I thought you had eyes only for me, that you were truly interested in no one else. Turns out you just hadn't met someone who caught your fancy," Evadne's soft lips curled, jealousy permeating the entire corridor.

Even though Thaddeus was insensitive, he caught on at that moment and couldn't suppress a chuckle, his heart swelling with joy, "Evadne, are you jealous?"

"I am not. It’s your body after all; I can't control who you look at! mmm!"

Evadne’s lips were claimed once more by the man, this second kiss hotter, more passionate, and fierce, leaving her body limp and her mind adrift.

Their bodies pressed tightly together, she could even feel his embarrassingly evident arousal. Shyly pushing against his chest, she couldn't muster the strength to resist.

Despite his prideful physique, Thaddeus was not someone randy. He restrained himself in this crucial moment, despite the struggle.

His large hand caressed the nape of her neck, his voice sultry and low, "It’s my fault. If it happens again, I'll blind myself as penance to my lady."

"You'd dare to have another time? You cad!" Evadne's eyes flashed, her clenched fist aiming for his shoulder.

"But Evadne, you've got it wrong." Thaddeus pulled her into his arms, his gaze lowering to her fair face, "My interest in Alexia stems from a suspicion."

"What suspicion?"

"The last time I visited my brother in M Country, it was she who received me. She had this orchid-like scent that was remarkably pleasant, and I faintly remember Avery bore the same scent."

His voice lowered, eyes thoughtful, "So I used the pretext of buying you perfume to inquire about it. She claimed it was a bespoke scent, not available on the market.

Today, when I saw her again, that fragrance was there. I couldn't help but observe her a little more. I'm sorry for upsetting you. It's all my fault."

Evadne's lithe arms rested on his broad shoulders as she looked intently into his eyes, "Avery always smells nice, but I've never paid attention to an orchid scent specifically. Are you suggesting that Avery and Alexia are intricately connected?"

"I shouldn't mistake it, but this evidence alone is too flimsy. It could merely be a coincidence."

Thaddeus was rational, after all. Yet he couldn't shake the belief that his brother was inherently noble and upright - how could he associate with someone as vile as Snakey Avery?

After Evadne pondered for a moment, her voice turned cool, "We don't know how long your brother will stay in Elmsworth this time. If he's just visiting Marilla and then leaving, it's one thing, but if he uses this as an opportunity to stay, Thaddeus, you need to keep tabs on him. If Alexia truly has ties to Avery, your brother must know him too. If he stays in Elmsworth, it's inevitable they'll cross paths. Despite my concerns, I sincerely hope that your brother has no dealings with Snakey Avery. After all, you hold him in high regard."

"Evadne, if that's your view of my brother, then I can rest easy." Thaddeus sighed with relief, his arms tightening around her slender waist, "I'm not afraid of losing anything, except you."

Evadne pursed her lips, poking his chest with a finger, "Thaddeus, can we focus on something other than romance for once? There's trouble brewing in WillowBrook City."

She feared for the safety of his empire. Yet, his mind was consumed with thoughts of love!

Marilla had just woken up and was still weak, managing only a brief exchange with Jareth before drifting back to sleep.

Chad visited his sister, seriously inquiring about her condition. His visit was short but full of the care and love befitting an older brother.

For Frederic, who had been weighed down with worry for days, this was a day of double celebration.

His daughter had awakened, and his eldest son had returned from abroad. He immediately sent Dennis back to Windermere Estate to prepare a lavish dinner to welcome Chad home.

Chad went ahead to Windermere Estate with his grandfather and father, while Thaddeus took the exhausted Evadne back to their villa in Elmsworth before rushing back.