Chapter 114:

Joanna’s gaze remained fixed on Elyse. After Elyse’s disappearance, Jayden’s men combed the city in search of her. Their frantic efforts even reached Enzo’s ears. It seemed that Elyse held a significance to Jayden deeper than anyone had imagined.

With this thought, Joanna’s fists clenched tighter, a surge of jealousy and resentment coursing through her. Never before had anyone valued her in such a profound manner. The sensation of being taken seriously eluded her entirely. Joanna’s understanding crystallized, acknowledging her jealousy toward Elyse, even though the object of Elyse’s affection was someone she had previously dismissed as useless.

“You’re fortunate, Elyse. Encountering the man I abandoned and then forging a happy life,” Joanna’s voice dripped with bitterness.

Elyse, upon hearing Joanna’s words, responded with a derisive sneer, meeting Joanna’s gaze head-on. “Your choices are your own. They hold no sway over me. Now you envy me because Jayden and I share a love that runs deep, don’t you?”

Instead of succumbing to anger, Joanna chuckled. Her laughter reverberated with a chilling edge. “I admire your sharp tongue. You’ve managed to incense me successfully,” Joanna remarked, her eyes casting a menacing gaze upon Elyse, who lay vulnerable on the ground.

Sensing Joanna’s ominous intent, Elyse’s nerves prickled. “What are you planning?” she asked, her voice tinged with anxiety.

Without offering a reply, Joanna turned on her heel and exited the basement, a sly smile adorning her lips. Elyse’s heart raced with fear. She fervently hoped for Jayden’s swift arrival, her mind a tumult of desperate prayers.

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basement, Joanna went directly to Jayden’s residence. In the wake of Elyse’s disappearance, the household staff and

to the second floor, Joanna approached Jayden’s room with caution. With a gentle push, she peeked through the partially open door. Through the crack, she caught sight of Jayden. He sat quietly in

Suppressing traces of jealousy, Joanna summoned her courage, gently pushing open the door. Softening her voice,

response was a

room until her eyes fell upon the kettle. With measured steps, she approached it and poured water for him, all the while harboring a clandestine motive to administer a drug to Jayden.

drained. Be patient. Let us focus on what we can control,” Joanna urged, trying to sound

It’s been nearly

speak from the heart. Your distress clouds your judgment. Perhaps a moment of

my doorstep?” Jayden

out of genuine concern. In times of turmoil, one must not neglect their well-being. Please take a sip.

nerves coiled tightly. However, Jayden set the glass aside, his expression softening into a faint smile. “Are you truly

smile, attempting to maintain her composure. “I noticed your lips were dry, so I thought a glass

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