Reborn, Reawakened, Rekindled

Evadne was left in disbelief after hearing the story

Leaving aside whether Avery, with his gentlemanly demeanor, was capable of such a heinous act, it

seemed out of character for him to get his own hands dirty when he could easily have someone else

deal with Byron.

So, she gathered herself and firmly said, “Byron, this is something very serious. We need proof. You

should bring this up with Mr. Chambers and the police, not me.”

“Miss Ashbourne, you saved me, you’re my savior! I can’t just stand by and watch you fall into a trap!”

Byron’s eyes held a genuine mix of anxiety and sincerity. “I know Avery’s been courting you, and you’ve

been spending some time with him. I just don’t want you to be fooled by his act. That guy’s been a

psychopath since he was a kid! His gentlemanly demeanor is just a facade. Deep down he’s nothing

more than a wolf in sheep’s clothing! He’s only pursuing you to leverage the prestige of the Ashbourne

family. He doesn’t truly care about you!” Even though Avery might not be a saint, Byron was no better.

After all, the accident at the horse ranch was his “masterpiece”

Of course, he knew that Avery had sought revenge on Evadne’s behalf, and had sadistically enjoyed

inflicting harm on him by his own hands.

Now, with his current condition and his marriage to Evadne off the table, he was hell–bent on exposing

Avery’s true colors since he couldn’t achieve what he wanted

Emerging from the hospital room, Evadne looked contemplative.

The Chambers family members were all waiting by the door. They asked her about the situation and

while she responded attentively, her mind seemed elsewhere.

That was when she noticed Avery, standing in the corner

She bit her lip and walked straight towards him.

“Evadne, you’ve had a tough day.” Avery quickly stood upright from his tean against the wall and

greeted her with a warm smile.

From the demeanor he presented, he was nothing like monstrous Byron had described him as..

“Ave, I need to talk to you” Evadne’s tone was natural, but her face held a serious expression,

“Sure”

As both of them left, Jeff nodded in satisfaction.

“Matthew, don’t you also think Avery and Evadne make a nice pair?”

Matthew whispered, “Are you really giving up on Byron?”

“Given the current situation, do you think it’s possible for Evadne to marry Byron?”

Jeff looked at Avery’s retreating figure with a thoughtful expression, “Avery and Evadne have their

childhood bond, and their feelings for each other would

be growing rapidly. If they end up together, it wouldn’t be such a bad thing. I might not be fond of Avery,

but he is still my son.”

Hearing this, Matthew’s face darkened.

Across the street from the hospital, in a private room of a café, the two sat across from each other. In a

thoughtful gesture, Avery ordered a strawberry pastry for Evadne, suspecting she might be hungry after

a busy morning.

“Go ahead, you’ve always had a good appetite, and you love strawberry.”

“Ave, do you consider me a friend?‘ Evadne interrupted him suddenly

Avery’s eyelashes fluttered, “Of course, aside from my mother, you are the person I value and care

about the most”

“Then I need you to be honest with me”

Evadne took a deep breath, “Has what happened to your brother anything to do with you?”

“Did Byron tell you that?” Avery’s hand paused as he held his coffee cup

“I have my reasons for asking”

11 I say no, would you believe me?”

Avery slowly lifted his gaze, his eyes turning noticeably moist, “You’re asking me this because you’re

doubting me, questioning my moral standing in your heart, am I less trustworthy than Byron?”

Evadne stared at him, stunned

At that moment, she thought of Thaddeus

That man had also questioned her almost hysterically, asking why she wouldn’t give him a shred of

trust.

“Byron lost a leg, and he wouldn’t go to such extremes just to frame you.”

“Byron was just a pawn for Matthew. He’s done many dark deeds and made many enemies in

Elmsworth. There are plenty who’d want him harmed.”

Avery gritted his teeth, “Besides, he deserves what’s come to him?

Then, he recounted everything that had happened at the horse ranch to Evadne

“It’s Byron who’s the real schemert

Evadne watched him without a word

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“Evadne, I’ve never cared about the Chambers family. If I were to go after them, I wouldn’t resort to

such crude methods. It’s not my style” Avery straightened up and took a sip of his coffee, his demeanor

exuding an air of proud elegance.

For fifteen years, he and his mother had fought to survive in Helgen, already abandoning their

conscience, becoming accustomed to putting on a facade, to telling lie after lie that sounded more real

than the truth.

Even to the woman he truly loved, he instinctively deceived her, again and again.

Lies can be good or bad.

To Evadne, he believed his lies were well–intentioned. In some way, they were an expression of his

love.

Evadne stared at him, her bright, piercing eyes making even the hardened Avery feel a jolt of fear.

“Ave, I appreciate people who are honest, upright, and kind I’m not doubting you. I just hope that no

matter what happens in the future, you’ll always hold on to your pure, kind–hearted self, just like when

we were kids”

Avery’s slender fingers that were resting on the table clenched slightly; his heart felt like a crumpled

piece of paper, the pain of shame spreading swiftly through his body

He managed a weak smile, picked up a piece of cake with a fork and took a big bite, chewing forcefully.

Just like his overwhelming love for her, what’s done can’t be undone.

Some things will never be the same again.

After parting from Avery, Evadne felt a mix of emotions.

Cassius‘ call came in just then, and she quickly picked up.

‘Cassius”

“Evadne, Elvis has gotten a hold of the thing you wanted; Cassius said with a faint smile.

“Things? What is it? Evadne looked puzzled.

“Chasel Bright.”

Pfft Evadne almost choked on her saliva

“Elvis has put in a lot of effort to bring him back to Elmsworth, Elvis. Make sure you thank him when

you see him tonight.”

“Elvis is coming back tonight too? That’s great! I miss him so much!” Evadne rubbed her eyes, her

voice choked with emotion.

The ever–observant Cassius detected her emotional state. Feeling guilty, he uttered, “My apologies, I

shouldn’t have mentioned Elvis returning. He initially wanted it to be a surprise for you. I was just too

excited and let it slip.”

“Cassius, I don’t need any surprises. I just want my family around me.”

But she knew it was difficult.

“Evadne, are you in Elmsworth? At the hospital where Byron is?”

“Yes”

111 pick you up.”

“That’s okay. Cassius. I can’t leave right now.”

“It’s not just my decision, but also dad’s.”

Cassius‘ tone darkened, “Dad said you’ve done your part for Byron, and there’s no need to push

yourself further, Moreover, the situation at their house must be chaotic. Even though we’re close with

the Chambers family, it’s best we keep our distance during this time. So, dad wants me to bring you

home.”

Evadne frowned.

She had interacted quite a bit with the Abernathy family due to Thaddeus and his grandfather, and her

squabbled with Elspeth and her daughter. She hadn’t seen Emeric put up so many barriers before.

Seemed like her father’s dislike for the Chambers family was much stronger than she thought.

I understand, Cassius. You don’t have to come here. I’ll drive back later”

As right fell in Skyrim

A black Maserati sedan zoomed into the back gate of Silverlake Harbor, followed by a slick drift and

park in the backyard.

it had been half a year Elvis stepped out of the car and rushed straight towards Cassius

“Cassius! I’ve missed you”

“Me tog

Cassius and Elvis high–fived with tacit understanding Cassius glanced at the darkened car window, “1s

Mr Bright in there?”

“Yeah” Elvis smirked, “Hmm, he’s not very cooperative”

“Even the most uncooperative ones tend to behave when they meet you”

Cassius gentle eyes flashed with concern, “You didn’t hurt him, did you?”

“You mean physically? No But does mental harm count?”

Elvis suddenly grimaced, “Damn! I need to pee! I’ll be right back!”

Before he finished speaking, he was already racing away

Cassius shook his head with a wry smile, “What’s he been up to all these years? His bladder’s gotten

worse.”

After a while.

Cassius noticed the sedan rocking slightly before going still again.

His curiosity piqued, he approached the car step by step.

As he reached the car, the person inside seemed to hear footsteps and started to struggle more

Cassius squinted and yanked the car door open

The next second, he was taken aback!

There, in the back seat, was a tall man tied up, his mouth sealed with tape, uttering muffled protests

Angry, yet pitiful.

This was Chase)?

Cassius was petrified, quickly bending down and tearing off the tape from his mouth.

Chasel gasped for air, his gorgeous face covered in sweat. He was extremely alluring

His delicate skin and red lips made him stunningly attractive, even more than a woman,

But what caught Cassius‘ attention were those scared, red and watery eyes. From the depths of his

gazes, Cassius saw a familiar, pure and innocent soul that always made him shudder, no matter how

much time passed.

Their eyes met, and time seemed to stand still.

“Hey, why are you pulling so hard? You hurt my face, you know that?!” Chasel glared at Cassius, his

eyes seemingly unable to look away.

Tm sorry” Cassius apologized sincerely

“Untie me now!

Chasel kicked his legs, “My blood circulation is cut off! I’m going to suffocate!”

¶ can’t”

“What?”

111 wait for Elvis to release you”

Cassius looked at him, a faint smile playing on his lips, “If you run, I’m afraid I won’t be able to catch

you. After all, it is better for the doer to undo what he

has done