Chapter 666:

Jayden’s expression grew stern. “I did it for her protection. You’re aware that Enzo keeps a close watch on both of us. What if she got hurt outside my care?”

Peyton considered Jayden’s point; it made sense. Enzo’s reputation for brutality was well-known, and there were whispers that some within the Owen clan disagreed with his leadership.

With this in mind, Peyton inquired further, “Have you discussed these issues with Elyse?”

Jayden replied disdainfully, “What’s the use? She doesn’t grasp these things. She’s safer at home, focusing on her violin.”

Now Peyton understood the reasons behind Elyse’s decision to leave.

He couldn’t resist commenting, “Don’t you think that’s a bit paternalistic, believing it’s all for Elyse’s good?”

Jayden scoffed. “Am I not doing just that?”

from harm, or are you simply keeping her close enough

eyebrow, questioning, “Is

picking up a kebab and taking a bite. “It lies between liking someone and loving them. Do you

to drink, opting not to

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not to delve deeper. He believed some lessons had to be felt and experienced personally to be understood. Perhaps Elyse had realized this and that’s why she had

Peyton asked, “After Elyse left, did you search

for a moment before he reluctantly

Peyton inquired, his tone filled

far as abroad, but there the trail went cold.” As he thought about this, his mood soured and his voice took on an

heard this, he laughed heartily. “Maybe that clue from abroad was misleading. Weren’t you the one who said Pearce helped Elyse make her escape? Pearce

but at this point, it hardly matters if I can’t locate her. She’s bound to attend that international competition. Once she

Peyton’s lips, tempered by concern. He knew with Jayden’s current mindset, Elyse would likely flee at their next meeting. When would Jayden grasp the true

Elyse. When you meet her,

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