Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 182:

As the staff made arrangements, Darren sauntered over to Elyse, his eyebrows raised in curiosity. “So it’s a toss-up, right? Cody Tucker seems to have a soft spot for both Vicky and you.”

Elyse, still reeling with confusion, shook her head. “I’m not sure. My heart’s racing so fast I might just burst,” she replied, her nerves on edge.

Grace chimed in, leaning closer to whisper. “Regardless, Mr. Tucker’s taken notice of you. Talent always wins out in our line of work.”

Bart let out a small sigh. “I really stepped up my game this time, but did Mr. Tucker even notice?”

The collective disappointment hung in the air. Elyse racked her brain for a way to lift their spirits. Just as she was at a loss, she caught Vicky shooting daggers at her with narrowed eyes.

With a furrowed brow, Elyse marched over to Vicky, her tone firm. “Not convinced I’ve made the cut, huh?”

Vicky met her gaze with a smug smirk. “You’ve never had proper training. You’re just lucky. Think I’ll give you the satisfaction of being so cocky?”

Elyse’s anger flared at the jab. “Lucky? Can’t accept that I pose a threat? Fine. I’ll show you just how capable I am. Brace yourself, because if you doubt me, I’ll prove you wrong over and over again. Let’s see who truly has what it takes.”

as she asked proudly, “Are you declaring war

Elyse shot back, her glare sharp as

silent battle of wills. Darren, sensing the charged

you two were about to throw

Elyse remained silent, her mind consumed by the

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approached, he offered a reassuring smile. “Heard you nailed it.

expression. Richie playfully jolted her shoulders, trying to lighten the mood. “Come on, Elyse,

but this competition has me on edge,” she admitted, her voice tinged with frustration. Then a glimmer of hope

unsure how to break the news that Cody had already chosen Elyse as his apprentice. Before he could respond, Vicky appeared, her demeanor defiant. With arms crossed and chin held high, she issued a challenge. “You think you can beat

of tension in her wake as she sauntered away. After being knocked off balance, Elyse regained

you alright?” Darren

Richie observed her with concern, noting how unusually serious she seemed. He had intended to tell her that Cody had already chosen her, but

with worry. “She’s as tense as I was earlier. I’m worried she might mess up if