Chapter 606


    Chapter 606


    The news was a cause for celebration, yet the air hung heavy with silence


    Evadne paused, her voice even, “Aaron told me that Elspeth was a mess before the execution. She


    was so scared she lost control of the dder, couldn’t even walk. They had to drag her to the execution


    chamber. It was quite the spectacle”


    Thaddeus‘ lips barely moved, his voice a hoarse whisper, “Was it lethal injection or a firing squad?”


    “Injection”


    Evadne locked eyes with the man’s deep gaze, her lips curling slightly. “A quick bullet would have been


    too kind. She writhed in agony for ten minutes after the poison hit her system, before her heart finally


    stopped. Tied to a chair, with limbs stiff and face. distorted, those brief ten minutes were far from


    enough to atone for her sins, but at least she got what she deserved.


    Thaddeus eyelids drooped slowly, a tumult of emotions rising and falling in his chest.


    Elspeth was gone. He should have been overjoyed, but the dyed gratification left him less thrilled


    than he had anticipated.


    “After her death, the court notified Frederic to im the b*dy for cremation Technically, they were still


    married, so he was her next of kin. But he refused to show up, so they had no choice but to send


    Elspeth’s b*dy to the crematorium”


    Evadne’s lips twisted into a sardonic smile, “You’d think after all they’d been through, and after she


    bore heirs for the Abernathy family, Frederic could at least see her off onest time. It’s a pity, really”


    “Hmph! If he had gone to pick up that witch’s b*dy, he might as well quit being CEO and start managing


    andfill


    Hamilton’s eyes sparkled as he pped his thigh, “Anyway, my grandson has avenged a deep–seated


    vendetta, and that’s cause for a grand celebration Murray, tell the chef to prepare some extra special


    dishes tonight, and open a fine bottle of wine to celebrate properly


    Murray was in high spirits also, “Right away, sir. I’ll see to it immediately


    “And while you’re at it, send someone to buy some fireworks to set off at the gate. We need to clear the


    bad air!”


    Thaddeus couldn’t help but smile, “Grandpa Hamilton, that’s not necessary. Besides, this ce is so


    secluded, where would you even find fireworks around here? Don’t trouble Murray with such a task.”


    Murray, there’s a fireworks shop about three miles from Grandpa’s mansion. Lused to buy them there


    for him. You can send someone; they should still be open Evadne offered with a sweet grin.


    Thaddeus looked at Evadne, surprised and secretly impressed.


    Used to? When had she been doing all this without him noticing?


    Murray gave Evadne a thumbs–up. “When ites to knowing Mr. Hamilton Abernathy, no one


    blood.”


    ttered by thepliment, even the usually confident Evadne intertwined her fingers, blushing.


    “Indeed, my na has always been so devoted to me. No one in the Abernathy familyes close to


    her. Hamilton mused, his gaze falling on Thaddeus bewildered face with a hint of reproach, “You


    probably don’t even know all my habits or what I like, but na knows them by heart. During your threeContent ? N?velDrama.Org 2024.


    years of marriage, na often visited to keep mepany. I love fireworks, especially during the


    holidays. na always tried her hardest to indulge my whims. She was with me through many lonely


    days It’s just a shame that an old man like me, half in the grave already, couldn’t do more for her. You’ll


    have to make it up tona for me, Thaddeus. Take extra good care of her, you hear?”


    “Grandpa Hamilton.” Thaddeus voice caught, his throat tight with emotion


    “Grandpa Hamilton, Thaddeus has always been good to me, exceptionally so


    Evadne quickly soothed Hamilton, her yful smile returning, “Besides, spending time with you has


    always been my pleasure. Ive learned so much from you, and every visit is like stealing a bit of your


    wisdom. Bet you didn’t see thating, huh?”


    Before her voice trailed off, a tall shadow loomed over her. Suddenly, a firm hand cradled her lower


    back, pressing her close to his warm chest


    Evadne melted into his embrace, her breath hitching as Thaddeus‘ lips imed hers in a fervent k*ss,


    his eyes filled with longing and tenderness. He didn’t care that Grandpa was watching, he was openly


    passionate and possessive.


    Hamilton and Murray were beside themselves with excitement, their hearts racing with joy!


    Thaddeus had always been reserved, less of worldly wisdom, difficult to get along. Hamilton had half a


    mind to take him to a psychiatrist when he was younger but feared it would damage his pride.


    But now Evade h I changed hir


    No Grandpas night


    “Grandpa’s family not a stranger


    Thaddeus tightened his hold on her waist, blurting out with


    Besides, why should I hide my affection for my wife T


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    beak it out loud.


    (he didn’t realize that


    he needed just to touch each other deeply “Ahem, Murray Aren’t the spreading across his face


    “Yes. Mr. Hamiltor


    as take one bold step closer to her. Their hearts would like Roche’s limit, willing to


    in the backyard que for feeding? Lets go Let’s feed the birds Hamilton chuckled, a gleeful smile


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    roque color from the edge of her lips, his voice hourse with emotion “Evadne,


    The couple’s swollen los slowly parted. Each


    With a fingertip. Thaddeu thank you. For everything.


    “Do you know why Grandpa loved to set off frawd a dating wife


    “Tell me


    “Because Grandma loved


    Evadne sighed


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    mad she even nicknames


    Evanes longshes cast a coy shadow as she deftly adjusted his tie like


    As a young woman Grandma was crazy about fireworks. But Grandpa, being the stubborn man he was


    of firecrackers instead setting them off in the yard with a bang and a tter Grandma was so W.


    Cracker


    Thaddeus couldn’t help but chuckle. That is fitting Suits Grandpa’s character to a T‘


    “Grandma was skittish, you see. Every time Grandpa it those firecrackers and sturned back to her,


    shed jump right into his arms, and he’d cover her ears for her.


    Grandpa used to tell me those days were like Grandma. No amount of status or wealth could


    ream, a beautiful fantasy he could never forget every single moment with ver rece his love for her


    As Evadne narrated the tale, she ended with a helpless shrug. “So, thats why I do these things for


    Grandpa. After all, for an elderly living in a revere of love, there’s only so much I can do.”


    Thaddeus listened in silence, his eyes brimming with unshed tears.


    “Hey,e on now, don’t tell me you’re getting soft on me!”


    Evadne quickly pulled out his tie to dab away the tears at theer of his eyes, “My sto you are getting


    emotional, crying and all that. What are you a fountain?


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    y has nothing to do with you, and here


    Thaddeus was consumed with a sense of shame. How could it not rte to him?


    He was Hamilton’s own grandson, yet for the past twenty years, he had only inherited Frederic’s cold


    indifference. He thought he had been getting better, but now it seemed his own depth of feeling couldn’t


    “From now on, it won’t happen again,” Thaddeus murmured with a trembling tone after a long silence:


    Evadne’s delicate fingers pressed against his lips, her smile gentle, “Yes, of course. It won’t happen


    again”


    The young couple had a delightful dinner with Hamilton, and Murray had arranged for the fireworks to


    be delivered.


    Hamilton sat in his wheelchair, a contented smile on his face as he watched his grandson and Evadne


    ignite the brilliant fireworks nearby. They twirled sparklers in their hands,ughing joyously like children


    on Christmas.


    “Look at Thaddeus smile, how bright and cheerful” Murray draped a nket over Hamilton’s legs, “I still


    remember when he first came to live with you. His height barely arrived to that to your waist. He was


    wearing ill–fitting clothes, so thin and small. Quite the pitiful sight


    Hamilton nodded in agreement. Time flies. He’s now a man of stature, standing on his own.”


    “Before he met Ms Ashbourne, I don’t recall him ever smiling like that. He was burdened with heavy


    responsibilities and hidden resentments, never truly happy. But thankfully, Ms. Ashbourne redeemed


    him, and all is well now,” Murray reflected


    “Mana is not just a gift from heaven to me but to my grandson as well” Hamilton’s eyes warmed


    touched by the joy before him.


    They were like a match made in heaven, a perfect pair, just like him and his beloved wife who had


    passed away m


    many years ago


    Suddenly, Hamilton’s phone in his coat pocket vibrated, snapping him back to reality. He took it out,


    and his pupils contracted at the sight


    Puzzled, Murray nced at the screen, his expression turning to shock, “is that Mr. Chad Abernathy?


    “Murray, take me inside.”


    Once back in the living room, Hamilton took a deep breath and answered the video call.


    On the screen appeared Chad his face pale and delicate, offering Hamilton a warm smile despite his


    evident frailty


    “Grandpa Hamilton, long time no see, How have you been?”


    Hamilton’s expression stiffened slightly. Tm well, Chad, how are you recuperating over there? You look


    not too lively Have you been taking your medication regrly? Are you keeping up with your check–


    ups? If you feel unwell, you must tell me and your dad. night away so we cane to see you”


    “Grandpa Hamilton, please don’t worry My health is improving day by day. As your grandson, I’ve been


    away for so many years, unable to fulfill my duties before you and dad. I am ashamed. I will recover


    and hope to return to your side and dads as soon as possible. Chad’s coughing fit brought a mist to his


    soft eyes.


    Hamilton responded quickly. “See, you’re still quite ill. Don’t push yourself, and focus on getting better


    abroad. Your dad and I understand, we won’t me you”


    As they spoke, the sounds ofughter and conversation from Thaddeus and Evadne drifted in, and it


    seemed the couple was heading their way.


    Hamilton’s heart clenched. “Chad, I have something to attend to. We’ll talk in a few days


    “Grandpa Hamilton, what are you afraid of?”


    Chad’s gaze was deep and mysterious, his tone tinged with s


    sadness. Thaddeus is


    “You’re overthinking it.”


    “Do you dislike seeing my face that much? Do you hate me that much?”


    your grandson, I’m not?”


    Hamilton’s brow was furrowed “That”


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