Chapter 381:

The weight of Elyse’s critical condition in the operating room pressed down on Peyton. His voice was laced with urgency as he declared, “We need to identify the cause of her heart failure immediately. Treatment hinges on a diagnosis.” Jayden’s face clouded over, a grim silence speaking volumes. He wasn’t a researcher, and the perpetrator had fled. He’d done all he could; now all he could do was wait. Exhaustion etched lines on Peyton’s face as he rubbed his temples. Rescuing his friend’s wife had heightened his cautious nature; he couldn’t afford a single misstep.

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“I’ve filled you in on the situation,” Peyton said firmly. “I need to get back. The moment the analysis is done, contact me at once.” Jayden offered a curt nod, his expression resolute. Meanwhile, Gavin received a call from Irving. Realizing it was late and they hadn’t returned home, Irving called to check on the situation. “Excuse me,” Gavin mumbled, stepping away to update Irving on the tense situation.

tempest within. Regret gnawed at his gut. He berated himself for failing to act sooner against Kaelyn, for letting the opportunity to stop her and prevent this tragedy slip through his fingers. If only he’d

handed it to Peyton. Peyton reviewed the findings and swiftly administered the necessary medication. Slowly, Elyse’s erratic heartbeat steadied. Emerging from the operating room after a grueling night, Peyton’s eyes were bloodshot, his voice raspy. “If her heart stays stable for the next 24

glint hardened Jayden’s eyes. His reply was swift and brutal. “Eliminate her.” Tobin shivered at the coldness in Jayden’s voice.

confusion. How could Jayden, the man she thought was an useless cripple, command such great influence? “You can kill me,” she spat, defiance flickering in her eyes, “but Elyse will die too!” The captured male staff, however, erupted in panicked pleas. “Murder is wrong! Please let us go home!” Ignoring their cries, Tobin turned back to Kaelyn, his voice dripping with disdain. “You’ll be disappointed. Mrs. Owen

hulking figures who approached Kaelyn, blades glinting in the harsh light. Terror drained the color from Kaelyn’s face. Despite her elaborate schemes, why did Elyse always seem to survive? Gritting her teeth, Kaelyn refused to accept her fate. Just then, the screech of tires shattered the tense silence. Theo’s car skidded to a halt, and he emerged, his eyes fixated on Kaelyn. Hope

of Theo’s past feelings for Elyse, felt a surge of dislike. “Are you obstructing justice, Mr. Ward?” Tobin challenged. Theo frowned. “Shouldn’t we at least understand the motive? What if there’s a misunderstanding?” Tobin shook his head curtly. “There’s no misunderstanding. Kaelyn is guilty

anyone’s life! I’m truly innocent!” Theo’s expression darkened, weighing the sincerity

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