Chapter 726:

Elyse couldn’t stand Edward’s unpredictable personality and shouted through the door, “Are you crazy? The food at the banquet is free.”

Standing in front of the mirror, Elyse took in her reflection and realized just how terrible she looked. She meticulously began fixing her makeup, losing track of time in the process. Just as she was putting the final touches on, a girl’s voice broke the silence from outside the door.

“What are you doing loitering by the women’s restroom? Are you some kind of pervert?”

The voice sounded oddly familiar to Elyse. She hurriedly finished touching up her makeup and opened the door, ready with an explanation. “Sorry, he’s with me. He’s just waiting.”

But as the words left her lips, Elyse froze. Standing in front of her was Aarya, Jayden’s girlfriend. Aarya’s eyes lit up in recognition, her tone bright with surprise. “Oh, it’s you! Thanks again for letting me have the last piece of chocolate cake. It made my day!”

Elyse forced a smile, unsure of how to respond. Meanwhile, Edward glanced at Aarya, a flicker of disdain crossing his face, though he kept his expression neutral. He turned to Elyse and said, “You’re done? Let’s go.”

and followed him. As they reentered the lavish banquet hall, Edward leaned

considering her words. “Just a passing acquaintance. She wanted my last piece of

her ear, “The girl’s family is not to

“Do you

family is infamous, and she has quite

running down her spine. She turned and saw Jayden seated on a nearby sofa, his gaze dark and unyielding.

pointed to the spread of gourmet food ahead. “There’s so much good food here. You’d be crazy not to

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soon obstructed Jayden’s view. Feeling a wave of relief, Elyse sighed. Being out of Jayden’s sight was a small mercy. At least she wouldn’t have to endure the sight of Jayden and his girlfriend together. Out of sight, out of mind. The memory of Jayden and Aarya’s closeness

suddenly turned back and asked, “Did you cry earlier because you

thoughts, Elyse’s mind struggled to keep up. “What?” she asked, confusion evident

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