No More Mrs. Nice Wife (Eleanor) novel Chapter 740

Dinner wrapped up around eight-thirty. Eleanor took her daughter’s hand and said gently, “Say goodbye to your dad, sweetheart.”

Evelyn, always the considerate child, nodded. She knew she couldn’t ask for more than this—her father had made time just to share a meal with her, and that was enough.

“Bye, Daddy,” Evelyn called, waving her small hand.

Ian crouched down to her level, opening his arms. “Come here. Daddy needs one more hug before he goes.”

Evelyn ran straight into his embrace, and he held her close for a moment. Then Eleanor, without looking back, took Evelyn’s hand and led her toward the elevator. Tonight, she and her daughter would be staying here.

Ian watched them until the elevator doors slid shut, only then turning away. He had to get back to the office for a late-night video meeting—he’d postponed it until after midnight just so he could have dinner with Evelyn.

Goodwin Manor.

Serena was lounging at home, sipping tea with Vanessa, when her phone buzzed with a new photo. She glanced at the screen, her face darkening.

“What is it?” Vanessa asked, setting her cup down with her usual poise.

Serena handed her the phone. “Can you believe this? My brother actually spent Christmas with Eleanor.”

Vanessa’s smile didn’t falter. “Looks like Ian really does love Evelyn.”

“Aren’t you upset?” Serena’s voice was edged with disbelief. Just seeing those photos made her blood boil.

“I’ve always known Ian is a wonderful father. I admire that about him.” Vanessa took a slow sip of tea, her eyes thoughtful. “But Eleanor… she’s interesting.”

“What do you mean?”

“I heard from my sister that Xavier sent her flowers and gifts yesterday, and today she’s having dinner with Ian and Evelyn.” Vanessa gave Serena a knowing look. “She certainly knows how to keep her options open.”

Serena clenched her fists, her tone bitter. “That’s exactly what I’ve been saying—she’s so fickle! Why can’t Xavier see through her?”

Vanessa reached over, her gaze gentle. “Don’t worry, Serena. It’s only a matter of time before Xavier figures out what Eleanor is really like.”

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