Chapter 727:

Elyse’s nerves tightened. Edward’s demeanor was like a caged animal, ready to lash out if provoked. Yet, with no chocolate cake in sight at the moment, he seemed relatively calm, and Elyse could momentarily relax.

They strolled through the banquet, selecting their favorite dishes. Elyse, who had been ravenous before, momentarily forgot her hunger, her spirits lifted by the earlier chaos. With food finally in her stomach, she now wanted to indulge fully.

Elyse and Edward enjoyed a surprisingly pleasant rapport, their conversation about music creating an unusual yet harmonious connection. That was, until Edward’s gaze fell upon the last piece of cheese shrimp. With swift, decisive movements, Edward snatched it before Aarya could reach it, placing it triumphantly on his plate.

Aarya, seeing her favorite dish taken, pouted with displeasure. “Sir, don’t you know it’s first come, first served?”

Edward raised an eyebrow, his tone teasing. “No, I only know that the one who grabs it first claims it. It should be obvious.”

Aarya’s anger was palpable, her fury directed squarely at Edward’s dismissive attitude. Elyse, observing the unfolding drama, stood in stunned silence. Her mind raced as she recalled Edward’s earlier warning about Aarya’s powerful and infamous family.

Wasn’t he the one who advised her to keep her distance? So why was he now so eager to provoke Aarya? Did he not fear the potential consequences of challenging her?

for Edward, Elyse stepped forward, ready to intervene and defuse the escalating tension. Just then, Jayden made

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asked gently.

on Edward’s plate. “I had it

hide his displeasure at seeing Jayden come

frowned slightly, his gaze fixed on Edward as he fell

particularly care for the cheese shrimp; given her family’s wealth, she had tasted far finer delicacies. However, Edward’s

her teeth, she declared, “Give it to

incensed Aarya, shaking his head at her

stepped aside, waiting for Jayden to

of Edward and pulled out his phone. “Name your price. How much for the cheese

responded incredulously, “Are you serious? You want to buy

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