His Ex-Wife Is A Billionaire? novel Chapter 219

"Jason, please let this bottle of Lafite breathe a bit," Evadne said with a slight frown, passing over her phone.

Jason felt a pang of disappointment. He knew Miss Evadne was asking him to leave.

"I know what you're thinking, Jason. While Thaddeus and I did have a failed marriage, and yes, I did find him distasteful, it doesn't mean we can't ever interact."

Evadne's beautiful eyes curved into a comforting smile as she patted his shoulder, "In the future, if I want to make my mark in Elmsworth, I can't avoid dealing with him. We'll just have to play it by ear."

"But, Miss Evadne."

"What are you afraid of? That he'll eat me alive? If he dares lay a finger on me, Cassius won't even need to do anything. Elvis could make Thaddeus disappear from Elmsworth without a trace." She snorted dismissively.

No, that was not it.

He thought, "I deeply admire you, and I wouldn't hesitate to risk my life for you. What I'm afraid of is old feelings being rekindled between you and Thaddeus. I can't bear to see you jump back into the fire pit."

Jason let out a despondent sigh, picked up the wine, and left.

Evadne noticed her phone was still vibrating in her palm, persistent as hell, which was completely in line with Thaddeus' stubborn nature.

"Mr. Thaddeus, what can I do for you?" She answered, her tone as cool as ever.

"Thank you for the cake, it was delicious."

Evadne's breath hitched, her long lashes drooping.

In the silence of the night, Thaddeus' voice was low and magnetic, the slight hint of a lilt in his tone effortlessly beguiling.

She used to love calling him, just to hear his voice. Even if he was cold, she would get excited and roll around in her bed.

But now, her heart was calm.

She had always had great self-control. She could quit any addiction, including love.

"You're welcome. I hope that after eating it, you have learned something. Next time you want to meddle, remember the true meaning behind the bulldog cake." Evadne's voice was cold, her eyes filled with chilliness.

"I don't think I was meddling." Thaddeus' voice became serious, "Your business is not trivial."

Evadne laughed mockingly, completely unimpressed, "Indeed, it's not trivial. After all, to kill a pig, one needs a butcher's knife. I can help you cut down Glynnis' pride. After all, if Glynnis seizes this opportunity to become the general manager of Abernathy Hotel, your stepmother will be busier than ever. You certainly wouldn't want to make your position in the Abernathy Group more difficult."

Thaddeus was silent for a moment, his brows furrowing deeply.

Ilana cared for him deeply, looking after him meticulously and genuinely.

But now Evadne was cunning and hard to read, always plotting.

Yet, he couldn't forget her and couldn't let her go.

So, how many steps did it take to go from being a jerk to being pathetic?

"Evadne, do you think I care about Elspeth and her daughter? They can't make waves under my watch. Otherwise, I would have wasted all those years as CEO."

Thaddeus fell silent, wanting to say something, but holding back.

Evadne clenched her fists, her knuckles cracking, "Thaddeus, I suggest you stop interfering in my affairs from now on. This is the last piece of advice I'll give you as your ex-wife. When I get serious, even mosquitoes will steer clear. If you get involved and I take you down with me, don't blame me for being ruthless."

"Do whatever you want."

Thaddeus' voice was magnetic and pleasing, like a night breeze brushing past her ear, "I can't control everything, but with me at Abernathy Group, who can hurt you?"