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Elyse reacted with surprise. “So you’re saying you don’t have any feelings for her?”

Jayden replied, “Let me repeat myself. I wasn’t exactly nice to her either.”

Skeptical, Elyse challenged, “So why did you let her take my place at dinner? And you just sat there when she picked on me.”

Jayden, feeling stuck, responded, “Why didn’t you stand up for yourself?”

Taken aback, Elyse questioned, “What are you saying?”

With a composed demeanor, Jayden elucidated, “In public, I anticipate you carry yourself as a refined lady. However, at home, there’s no need to maintain that facade. If someone encroaches on your belongings or space, feel free to reclaim what is rightfully yours.”

“So you think it’s my fault for not standing my ground? You’re giving her a free pass to take my things. And if I reclaim them, you’re going to fault me for being narrow-minded, right?” Elyse inquired, seeking clarity.

Jayden scoffed, “Do you really see me as that kind of person?”

unsure. She felt unjustly treated and began to doubt the solidity of their relationship. In her heart, she knew their bond was delicate, likely to crumble under pressure. It wouldn’t take much for them to

widely and carrying bouquets. “Mrs. Owen, these flowers come courtesy of

the vibrant pink roses close, tears welling in her eyes. Jayden felt a sting

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voice quivered, “Did you really plan

Jayden replied,

he was changing, making an effort. With a

Elyse by surprise, prompting her and Jayden to exchange glances. Seizing the moment, the servants nudged the pair closer. Side by side,

took

with embarrassment, Elyse mustered a

Driscoll couldn’t help but chuckle at Jayden’s solemn face.

peered at Jayden, who was usually quick to smile, but now his face was unreadable. In a whisper, she

to let them down, cleared his throat and offered

roses, Elyse smiled with refined grace. Jayden, seated beside her, smiled sincerely, his joy evident. Driscoll looked over the photograph, immensely pleased, convinced the two were

her, “Why don’t you give

Elyse handed the blooms to the nearby maid and took a seat beside Jayden, wondering to herself if it was by design that their seats were so closely placed. While seated, Elyse’s

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