Chapter 599
Chapter 599
Evadne and Thaddeus exchanged a silent glance, their hearts echoing the sentiments of Hamilton’s
scathing words.
However, it was a good scolding iny longer
“Dad. Cynthia is my wife. I just came to see her. Why do you all have to be so hostile to me?” Frederic This content is © NôvelDrama.Org.
couldn’t stand it any and almost lost his composure in front of his own father at the moment.
“Your wife? Isn’t your wife Elspeth on death row? Hamilton sneered.
Frederic was so angry that he had a splitting headache and clenched his fingers fiercely.
In twenty years, Hamilton had never acknowledged Elspeth as his daughter–in–law. But now admitted
it with eyes full of playfulness. This was like slapping Frederic in the face.
“Dad. The truth about Cynthia’s death has been delayed for 20 years, and now I learned everything, my
heart also hurts!”
Frederic’s eyes were bloodshot, and his fingertips poked his chest fiercely. “Back then, I was under
great pressure to take their mother and son back to the Abernathy Group. Even you opposed my
decision, but I still insisted on doing so! Didn’t I do this because I love Cynthia badly? No matter what,
you shouldn’t insult my love for her!”
Evadne’s beautiful eyebrows twisted slightly. In front of the deceased, these words were so
hypocritical.
Thaddeus was expressionless, and there was no fluctuation in his heart.
Cynthia had been dead for years.
When Cynthia was alive, Frederic didn’t cherish her. But now he feigned sorrow after her death. It was
disgusting
“Yes, you loved Cynthia. When you came to beg me to let her and her son in, I couldn’t believe that the
man standing in front of me who was about to cry bitterly and was suffering from love was my cold and
unfeeling eldest son,
Hamilton stared at him coldly. “I thought that Cynthia’s appearance finally made you feel a little human,
but I still think highly of you. You were obsessed with her, but it was because she was different from the
rich girls you have met. Tired of mundane women, you fell in love with this innocent woman at first
sight. Moreover, you are naturally competitive and possessive. As long. as it is what you like, from a toy
to power and women, which do you not get by hook or by crook? You didn’t cherish her. Her
temperament is reserved and cold, and you soon lost your patience. So Elspeth, the poisonous
woman, appeared and took advantage of the situation to hook you into a daze. In the Abernathy family,
she bullied Cynthia recklessly, which eventually led to an irreparable tragedy.”
The more Hamilton talked, the angrier he became. Standing in front of Cynthia’s tomb, he was so
embarrassed. “I never expected that in the end, you didn’t want Cynthia, but chose a lump of stinky shit
to drag into your bed. Frederic, that crazy woman squatting in prison is your wife. Instead of coming
here and pretending to be affectionate, you might as well go see Elspeth one last time and do your best
as her husband. Don’t show up.
Hamilton was old enough to see through and hit the key.
Frederic’s pale and dry lips opened, but he was so embarrassed that he was speechless.
“Thaddeus, Evadne, let’s go. Let’s go home. I’ll ask the newly invited chef to cook something delicious
for you.” Hamilton looked at the young couple and instantly beamed.
“Okay, Grandpa.” The two of them obediently replied and stepped forward to help Hamilton.
Meanwhile, Frederic watched their retreating figures, feeling like an outsider in his own family, his eyes
rimmed with a furious shade of blue.
“What are you still doing here? Hamilton’s cold voice pierced the stiff air towards Frederic, “You bear an
inescapable responsibility for Cynthia’s death. If it weren’t for you, Elspeth would have never set foot in
the Abernathy family, none of this would have happened, and Thaddeus wouldn’t have had to grow up
without his mother. If you’re here to confess and apologize, then kneel down and do it. An accomplice
has no right to stand before the departed.”
Hearing this, Evadne and Thaddeus shared a look of understanding, their hearts beating in unison.
Frederic watched them leave, his complexion draining of all color, as if drenched from head to toe in icy
water.
Outside the graveyard, a line of luxury cars stood ready Evadne and Thaddeus entered the lead car,
while Hamilton settled into the second one
Soon after, Frederic walked out forlornly, accompanied by Dennis
“Mr. Frederic” Murray approached respectfully. “Mr. Hamilton would like a word with you in the car”
Frederics gaze darkened.
Evadne and Thaddeus exchanged a silent glance, their hearts echoing the sentiments of Hamilton’s
scathing words.
However, it was a good scolding
“Dad. Cynthia is my wife. I just came to see her. Why do you all have to be so hostile to me? Frederic
couldn’t stand it any longer and almost lost his composure in front of his own father at the moment.
“Your wife? Isn’t your wife Elspeth on death row?” Hamilton sneered.
Fredenc was so angry that he had a splitting headache and clenched hisingers fiercely
In twenty years, Hamilton had never acknowledged Elspeth as his daughter–in–law. But now admitted
it with eyes full of playfulness. This was like slapping Frederic in the face.
“Dad. The truth about Cynthia’s death has been delayed for 20 years, and now I learned everything, my
heart also hurts!”
Frederic’s eyes were bloodshot, and his fingertips poked his chest fiercely. “Back then, I was under
great pressure to take their mother and son back to the Abernathy Group. Even you opposed my
decision, but I still insisted on doing so! Didn’t I do this because I love Cynthia badly? No matter what,
you shouldn’t insult my love for her!
Evadne’s beautiful eyebrows twisted slightly. In front of the deceased, these words were so
hypocritical.
Thaddeus was expressionless, and there was no fluctuation in his heart.
Cynthia had been dead for years.
When Cynthia was alive, Frederic didn’t cherish her. But now he feigned sorrow after her death. It was
disgusting.
“Yes, you loved Cynthia. When you came to beg me to let her and her son in, I couldn’t believe that the
man standing in front of me who was about to cry bitterly and was suffering from love was my cold and
unfeeling eldest son.”
Hamilton stared at him coldly. “I thought that Cynthia’s appearance finally made you feel a little human,
but I still think highly of you. You were obsessed with her, but it was because she was different from the
rich girls you have met. Tired of mundane women, you fell in love with this innocent woman at first
sight. Moreover, you are naturally competitive and possessive. As I as it is what you like, from a toy to
power and women, which do you not get by hook or by crook? You didn’t cherish her. Her temperament
is reserved and cold, and you soon lost your patience. So Elspeth, the poisonous woman, appeared
and took advantage of the situation to hook you into a daze. In the Abernathy family, she bullied
Cynthia recklessly, which eventually led to an irreparable tragedy”
The more Hamilton talked, the angrier he became. Standing in front of Cynthia’s tomb, he was so
embarrassed never expected that in the end, you didn’t want Cynthia, but chose a lump of stinky shit to
drag into your bed. Frederic, that crazy woman. squatting in prison is your wife. Instead of coming here
and pretending to be affectionate, you might as well go see Elspeth one last time and do your best as
her husband. Don’t show up.”
Hamilton was old enough to see through and hit the key.
Frederic’s pale and dry lips opened, but he was so embarrassed that he
Thaddeus, Evadne, let’s go. Let’s go home. I’ll ask the newly invited chef to cook something delicious
for you.” Hamilton looked at the young couple and instantly beamed.
“Okay. Grandpa.” The two of them obediently replied and stepped forward to help Hamilton.
Meanwhile, Frederic watched their retreating figures, feeling like an outsider in his own family, his eyes
rimmed with a furious shade of blue
“What are you still doing here?” Hamilton’s cold voice pierced the stiff air towards Frederic, “You bear
an inescapable responsibility for Cynthia’s death. If it weren’t for you, Elspeth would have never set foot
in the Abernathy family, none of this would have happened, and Thaddeus wouldn’t have had to grow
up without his mother. If you’re here to confess and apologize, then kneel down and do it. An
accomplice has no right to stand before the departed”
Hearing this, Evadne and Thaddeus shared a look of understanding, their hearts beating in unison.
Frederic watched them leave, his complexion draining of all color, as if drenched from head to toe in icy
water
Outside the graveyard, a line of luxury cars stood ready. Exadne and Thaddeus entered the lead car,
while Hamilton settled into the second one.
Soon after, Frederic walked out forlornly, accompanied by Dennis.
“Mr. Frederic,” Murray approached respectfully. “Mr. Hamilton would like a word with you in the car”
Frederic’s gaze darkened
Inside the car, father and son sat side by side, but it felt as if an invisible wall had been erected
between them.
“Dad, what else do you want to talk about? Frederic asked in a subdued tone.
Hamilton looked straight ahead, speaking slowly, “Now that Elspeth has confessed and is facing
execution, her death is certain Unless you still hold a candle for that wretch and want to get her a
reprieve. But let me tell you, I am determined to see Elspeth pay for what she did to Thaddeus’s
mother. No matter who tries to intervene, I’ve tolerated that woman for far too long and now I just want
to see her meet a swift end”
Frederic’s cheeks burned, his teeth clenched, “No, Dad, I’ve seen her true colors. I’m done with her”
That’s good to hear.”
Hamilton’s voice was grave, “Thaddeus is the rightful heir to the Abernathy legacy, yet due to that
woman’s deceit and your neglect, he had to bear the stigma of being an illegitimate son for twenty
years. Now that the truth is out, you should think of a way to clear his name.”
Frederic bowed his head in acknowledgment, “You’re right. I owe it to him and his mother.”
“So what’s your plan to make it up to Thaddeus?”
“The past couple of days had been a whirlwind, and I was handling things one by one. Once the dust
settled, I promised myself, I’d take a beat to think things through.”
“I know you’ve been slammed, so I’ve done some thinking for you.”
At that moment, Hamilton turned his gaze toward him, a look that bore the full weight of his authority.
Thaddeus has poured his heart and soul into the presidency of the Abernathy Group for years, never
once complaining or shirking his duties. And you? You’ve thrown up every roadblock imaginable to
keep him from the boardroom, pulling out all the stops. I might not have meddled much, but don’t think I
haven’t noticed. You’re well aware of our family’s situation. Chad’s health has taken him out of the
game, and neither of the girls has the knack for this business. The future of the Abernathy Group rests
on Thaddeus’s shoulders. That’s why I plan to transfer my shares to him, beef up his stake in the
company to give him the clout he needs. That way, those old–timers who’ve been undermining him
won’t have a leg to stand on.”
Frederic’s pupils shrank in surprise. “Dad, this is-”
With over 30% of the shares, Thaddeus would have veto power over major company decisions,
skyrocketing his status!
“And that’s not all. I’m also handing over my shares and executive positions in Glory Tech and HT
Tourism to Thaddeus. He won’t just be the president of the Abernathy Group. He’ll be the majority
shareholder of Glory Tech and the managing director on the Board of Directors for HT Tourism,”
With a few casual remarks, Hamilton had sent shockwaves through Frederic and the entire Abernathy
Group
Everyone knew that although Hamilton had stepped down from the chairman’s seat, he still controlled
stakes in various companies and held honorary positions.
Frederic had been itching to get involved in Glory Tech and HT Tourism, but Hamilton never gave him
the chance. Now, he was handing them over to Thaddeus on a silver platter!
It was a move of unmistakable favoritism.
A declaration to the world that Thaddeus was the chosen heir to the Abernathy throne!
“Aren’t you going to say anything? Don’t you agree with my decision?” Hamilton asked, his voice icy
“Of course, you wouldn’t have decided this without careful consideration, Frederic replied, pausing
before adding, “but Thaddeus is still young. Aren’t you giving him too much too soon? I’m afraid the
pressure might be overwhelming and distract him from his future endeavors
“I know exactly what my grandson is capable of. Even if the sky fell, he’d patch it up. Have you ever
had to worry about the company’s affairs since he’s been president? No, because Thaddeus has
handled everything. Pressure only makes him stronger, and it will bring out his full potential. Besides,
he’s about to court the Ashbourne family. Emeric is the wealthiest man in Skyrim! How can I not
prepare a fitting dowry to raise my grandson’s status? We can’t have him looked down upon. He won’t
be anyone’s chanty case Hamilton’s eyes twinkled with dreams of his grandchild’s future.
Frederic bit his tongue, holding back any further objections.
He knew better than to push his father’s buttons, which would only lead to Thaddeus gaining even
more power.
Hamilton leaned back comfortably and waved dismissively at Frederic’s gloomy expression. “Go on,
get out of the car. I’m off to dinner with my grandson and his wife. To keep the family peace, you’re not
invited”
Across the ocean, in a room brimming with artistic flair and a view of the elegant forest outside, the
ambiance was reminiscent of the picturesque waterside villages back home Birds chirped melodiously,
transporting one back to a serene landscape.
Before Avery was an electronic chessboard, mirroring his moves against the shadowed figure behind
the gauzy curtains
As he moved his crystal pieces, the screen tracked each play.
“Mr. Chambers, now that you’re out, you should spend more time with your mother, show some filial
piety I can manage without your company here, the man said with a leisurely smile
Avery quickly replied with deference, “My loyalty to you is unwavering, sir. It’s not a mere social
obligation
“You’ve been through the wringer lately But with Elspeth out of the picture, you’ll be the new target for
our rivals. Brace yourself. for their tactics and don’t fall for their tricks”
Tl be careful, Avery said, his expression darkening
The man’s well–proportioned hand deftly captured Avery’s knight with a decisive move. The only
obstacle left in your family is Matthew Once he’s out of the way, we can leverage the Chambers
Group’s influence to expand our operations back home.”
Il make it quick. You won’t have to wait long”
“Alexia, Mr. Chambers’s Coffee has gone cold. Bring him a fresh cup the man’s voice carried a hint of
amusement.
“Yes, sir.” he curtains.
A slender figure glided across the room, and the crisp sound of heels clicked out from behind the
Avery narrowed his eyes slightly, adjusting his gold rimmed glasses as he watched the woman in a
white lab coat approach him with effortless grace