Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 89:

As Jayden lifted his cup for a sip, he casually remarked, “My uncle and aunt have a daughter who’s currently abroad.”

Upon hearing the introduction, Elyse hesitated briefly before rising to greet the two. However, Seth and Julie remained unresponsive. Julie, in particular, eyed her with evident disdain as she sipped her tea.

Sensing their hostility, Elyse decided against engaging them further and resumed her seat after the brief greeting.

Seth, checking the time on his phone, inquired pointedly, “Why haven’t your parents arrived yet? Are they purposefully late?”

Jayden met Seth’s disapproving gaze with a calm demeanor. “Their punctuality is their concern, not mine.”

Turning his attention to Elyse, Seth ordered, “Surely you have their contact details. Give them a call and inquire about their whereabouts.”

Elyse declined firmly, “Sorry, I don’t have their phone numbers. Please be patient.”

Surprised, Seth questioned, “Haven’t you met Jayden’s parents?”

Elyse confirmed, “No, I haven’t.”

silent, exchanging a meaningful glance with his wife

understood their unspoken judgment. It was clear to her what was running through their minds. Jayden’s diminished status within the family meant his parents had little inclination to invest time or effort in him. Their absence at his

a facade of composure, Elyse masked her feelings with a sip of tea, her gaze piercing through the veneer of familial warmth to reveal their

parents rushed in, accompanied by their younger son, Bryce Owen. Jayden greeted them

legs before her gaze fell upon Elyse. Displeasure etched across her features as she

towards her. “She’s

her as my daughter-in-law,” Tess retorted bluntly,

spectacle. No one came to Jayden’s defense or attempted to intervene. Once the pride of the family, Jayden had now become its pariah, abandoned even by

realization only deepened Elyse’s sympathy for Jayden. Since his accident, he had received no

the need to save face on such an occasion. Yet he too refrained from defending Jayden,

was time to proceed. “Let’s not keep Grandpa Enzo waiting any longer. Allow our young men to escort him out,” he declared, moving to assist Jayden. “Would you mind

casting a fleeting glance at

remained seated, the atmosphere heavy with tension, feeling utterly alone amidst the

scrutinized Elyse and inquired, “So, what

in college, and now I’m part of an

hearing this, Tess chimed in, “You play the violin? Wonderful! Come