The Billionaire Ex-Wife Stormed Back as a Marvelous Divine Doctor
Chapter 291 - 290

Chapter 291: Chapter 290

Edwin Blake didn’t waste time and swiftly transferred the money to Alexander Hodges.

Alexander Hodges, after receiving the money, was in a great mood.

One thing led to another.

Today, it was as if he’d spent no money, and he managed to leave a good impression in front of his sister-in-law!

"When you go in for dinner in a bit, it’s best not to pick a fight with Fatty, or else I fear my sister-in-law might kick you out. This five million is just your ticket to get in; I won’t be handling any after-sales service."

Edwin Blake replied with a simple "Hmm."

Alexander Hodges couldn’t resist his curiosity and cautiously asked, "Bro, did you really replicate the villa’s renovation exactly over there?"

Edwin Blake remained silent.

"Why did you do that? Do you still have feelings for my sister-in-law?"

Edwin Blake glanced at him, "If it’s not related to you, then ask less. Hurry up and open the door; I want to go inside."

"Alright! I’ll go get my sister-in-law to open the door for us."

Alexander Hodges confidently went up and knocked on the door.

Five minutes passed.

The door remained unmoved!

The low pressure surrounding Edwin Blake was enough to freeze someone to death.

"This... Bro, my sister-in-law really agreed to let me bring you in for dinner earlier. She didn’t say anything. You have to believe me."

Alexander Hodges hurriedly explained, feeling internally flustered.

They can’t just take the money and not let them in to eat, can they?

Edwin Blake let out a light snort but still said nothing.

"Bro, you have to trust me; my sister-in-law wasn’t like this to us before... Oh no, she wasn’t like this to you before, right?"

"That was before. Now her mood is unpredictable; no one knows what she’s thinking."

Hearing this, Alexander Hodges felt even more fearful inside.

Isn’t this just messing around?

Five million, this expensive meal... If it doesn’t end up in his mouth, that’s one thing.

But if Edwin Blake doesn’t get to eat, he might not want the money but he will definitely make him suffer!

Adding to that the way he and Ivy River had acted recklessly toward him during the day...

Edwin Blake will definitely throw it all back at him...

Alexander Hodges became even more flustered, "Bro, sister-in-law wasn’t like that just now, you..."

Suddenly.

The door was directly opened.

Emmy poked her little head out and said, "Uncle Hodges, Mom asked me to tell you that once the meal is ready, you may come over. Right now, my brother’s a bit mad, or you can come in first, but your friend can’t."

Alexander Hodges suddenly felt relieved, "Can you wait a moment for uncle?"

Emmy’s demeanor changed instantly, "Uncle! My mom said you have five seconds to think about it. If you don’t come, I’ll continue to lock the door!"

"Alright, alright, then let uncle say a couple of things."

After saying that, Alexander Hodges turned to face the cold expression of Edwin Blake, awkwardly starting:

"Bro, don’t be mad. I’ll go in to scout the situation first. Once the meal’s ready, I’ll come call you in. Is that okay? There shouldn’t be any problems, I’ll be off then!"

Having finished speaking, Alexander Hodges didn’t look at Edwin Blake again and quickly dashed inside the house.

He also shouted, "Don’t worry bro, since I accepted your money, I’ll definitely ensure you get to eat this meal. Trust your brother!"

Edwin Blake, without any expression, watched as the door opened and closed again.

He stood there, lost in thought about something, then turned around and went back to his own place.

...

Upon receiving the news about the traditional Chinese medicine competition, Isla Sutton was seething with jealousy.

Edwin Blake had brazenly nailed himself to the pillar of shame!

No way!

She couldn’t delay any longer.

Having decisively dialed a number and chatted for a while,

Isla Sutton then said, "Then sorry for putting you to trouble, Brother Tim. Once things are done, I surely won’t let you down. Rest assured in my handling, okay?"

The man on the other end was quite pleased as well, laughing, "No worries, as long as you can ensure this woman ends up with me by then."

"She’s yours. What use do I have for her?"

"Good, then we’re settled! Once it’s done, I’ll leave Seaton, arriving the morning after tomorrow, and it should be sorted by evening. By then, I’ll need your help in contacting the ferry, Miss Sutton."

Isla Sutton smirked, "Rest assured, I’ll ensure everything is done perfectly. On that day, Edwin Blake will certainly be by my side."

"Alright, once you’re arranged, let me know."

"No worries, Brother Tim, don’t forget, our last collaboration was quite pleasant too."

After hanging up,

Isla Sutton’s eyes gradually sharpened, her lips curved, and it was unknown what she was scheming in her mind.

...

Ivy River, being a go-getter, cooked swiftly.

She quickly whipped up six dishes and a soup, plus a small pot of egg noodles.

Ivy River stared blankly at the egg noodles.

Thinking: What magic do these egg noodles have? Why do both Emmy and Fatty love them? Even Madeline Woods and Ann love them!

Could this have been my first signature dish back in the day?

Is that why it tastes exceptionally good?

"Fatty, Emmy, don’t go calling Alexander Hodges... uh, no, telling Uncle Hodges to come for dinner."

Alexander Hodges finally waited for these words and immediately dashed forward, eyes sparkling, "Sister-in-law, sister-in-law, about that, I have another friend who’s supposed to have dinner too. You did agree earlier!"

Ivy River just found it amusing, "Yes, hurry up and call him. If it takes too long, we won’t wait for you."

"No, no, no, I’ll go now. Five minutes, oh no! Three minutes, we’ll be on the battlefield."

After speaking, Alexander Hodges ran off again, fearing Ivy River might change her mind the next second.

By the time they got back.

Ivy River’s family of three had already started eating.

Alexander Hodges sat down without any hesitation, "Bro, quickly sit down, eat more, this meal is not cheap."

Fatty coldly snorted, "The last person to wash the dishes this time. It’s our family’s traditional virtue."

Edwin Blake directly asked, "Whose custom is it for the guest to wash the dishes?"

"Ours. If you don’t want to wash dishes, you can leave now. Our family doesn’t welcome you. You really think you’re some kind of hot cake?" Fatty retorted bluntly.

"We paid to eat here. If you want me to leave, then pay me back."

Fatty looked directly at Ivy River, "Mommy, give him the money! We don’t want it!"

While munching, Ivy River leisurely replied, "I can’t give back any. If you want him to go, then pay with your own money. I won’t give any."

Fatty’s heart was instantly flooded with anger!

Seriously spoke to Ivy River, "Mommy, do you know this behavior is wrong? How much money does it take to make you lower your standards! Quickly, give it back to him!"

"It’s not much, five million, which your Uncle Hodges gave. You can return it to him."

Ivy River lightly spoke this sentence.

Fatty immediately changed his attitude, smiling at Alexander Hodges, "Uncle Hodges, dig in, is this rice enough for you? If not, I’ll serve you some more."

Alexander Hodges was overjoyed, "It’s enough, thanks, just sit down and eat, no need to worry about uncle."

"Uncle, next time when you give me and Emmy presents, just transfer the money to me instead of my mommy, she won’t give it back to us, okay?"

Alexander Hodges hastily responded, "Sure, sure, now eat up before the food gets cold."

Indeed, Ivy River’s kids shared some similarities with her.

Loves money!

Simply little money-grubbers!

Can’t even understand why they have such a character trait.

Boldly exposes their ambitions without any disguise!

Edwin Blake suddenly remarked, "Alexander, didn’t you mention on the way you also wanted to give the kids some gifts?"

Alexander Hodges paused mid-bite, looking questioningly at the instigator.