Chapter 35:

The buzzing phone on the table diverted Jayden’s attention from his meal. Engrossed in the message, he failed to notice Elyse pouring herself another glass of wine and quietly savoring it. When he finally looked up after finishing his message, he was greeted by her flushed face and shining eyes. His gaze fell upon the wine bottle positioned just inches away from its original place.

Calmly, Jayden questioned, “Tell me honestly, how many glasses did you have?” Despite gesturing five with her fingers, Elyse confidently replied, “Just three glasses.”

“Do you realize how potent this wine is? Even I wouldn’t have three glasses in one sitting,” Jayden remarked.

Elyse shook her head, leaning closer to him and speaking softly, “I was just feeling so happy. That’s why I had a few extra glasses.”

Amused by her drunken state, Jayden decided to tease her. “How happy exactly?”

“Well, there’s your assistance, the removal of online rumors, and your hopeful recovery after massages,” Elyse said with a giggle.

“So, you’re only happy about those things?” Jayden noted with a smirk. Observing Elyse in her softened state, he found her remarkably alluring. With a playful gesture, he reached out and gently pinched her cheek.

“I’m not the man I once was. Now I’m just a cripple. Don’t bother with any massage offers. I’ve grown accustomed to the pitying looks,” he confessed, his tone tinged with resignation.

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a look of concern etched on her face. “No, you can stand up.

you think standing up will be that easy for me?”

every day. We’ll persevere until we succeed,” Elyse insisted, her eyes shining

chin, his expression tinged with skepticism. “Rehabilitation might be a lifelong journey for me. Are you prepared to commit to that for the rest of your

she tilted her head, pondering his words. ‘For the

it hard to believe that someone would genuinely offer such unwavering support. He couldn’t shake the pessimistic notion that her dedication

gladly spend it on your wife,”

so willing to commit to a disabled man like

being your wife forever, you do have your flaws. Can you work on those too?” Elyse added, her lips forming a playful pout, her eyes

have a chef on staff. You needn’t bother with cooking in the future. I’d like

quite skilled in the kitchen,”

kissing technique. Was I your first kiss?” Jayden

felt a pang of nervousness. “I’m a great kisser,” she defended herself, fearing Jayden

him briefly. Only when she pulled away did Jayden slowly open his eyes, gazing at the audacious woman before him

huh?” Elyse remarked, sporting a smug smile and wiping her lips. There was

halted her in her

began, but before she could finish, Jayden gently pressed the back of her head, and their lips met once more. Elyse closed her eyes nervously, feeling Jayden’s assertive tongue matching his personality even in the intimacy of their kiss. She found herself unable to

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