Chapter 170:

Jayden regarded Clive with a puzzled expression. “What makes you think I have feelings for Elyse?”

Clive countered, “If not, why are you so invested in her?”

Clive’s mind echoed Peyton’s words as he spoke. “If your feelings for Elyse are genuine, it’s imperative to disclose the truth about your condition. Are you willing to keep this hidden from her indefinitely?”

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The reminder weighed heavily on Jayden, causing him a headache. Massaging his temple, Jayden queried, “Do you believe it’s the right moment to disclose this to her?”

Clive couldn’t discern Jayden’s thoughts, but he believed Jayden and Elyse shared a profound love. Keeping such a significant secret seemed incongruous. “When would you suggest is the ideal time?” Clive inquired with genuine interest.

Jayden deliberated briefly but found himself at a loss for a response. In his view, uncertainties loomed large, and dangers lurked in the shadows. Revealing his charade to Elyse felt like pulling her into danger. He couldn’t bring himself to be that self-centered.

Ultimately, Jayden dismissed Clive, urging him to find his own transport. “Get a taxi.”

Standing by the roadside, Clive locked eyes with Jayden. “Why can’t I accompany you to see Elyse?”

retorted, “Why would you want to come

speechless. He just wanted to witness Jayden’s attempt

He watched as Jayden’s car pulled away, leaving

member. Jayden was familiar with the layout of the orchestra’s rehearsal studio and scoured various spots in search of Elyse, but

found her nestled in a quiet corner of the garden, lost in her world. Elyse sat on a

panic, only to find Jayden standing there. Relief flooded through her, evident in the sigh that

on you?” Jayden inquired, cutting straight to the

added, lacking conviction, “The director, Merlin, suggested that I withdraw from

on you?” Jayden

paused for a moment. “I didn’t agree to Merlin’s conditions,” she

forehead, his expression tinged with helplessness. “He’ll try to exert even more pressure on you once you refuse his terms. You’re my wife. Why can’t you confront him

forehead, Elyse felt a pang of embarrassment. She couldn’t help but wonder if Jayden held any

tirelessly to achieve. Despite Merlin’s attempts to persuade

inquired, “Then why did you message me asking about my

parted her lips, her voice tinged with vulnerability. “I genuinely

As his stare lingered, Elyse’s cheeks gradually flushed crimson, the warmth spreading to her ears under his unwavering scrutiny. He finally asked, “Elyse, don’t

into a state of panic. Jayden’s directness caught Elyse off guard, leaving her wishing she had concealed her secret more effectively. Anxiously,

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