Chapter 828:

Elyse’s cheeks reddened as she attempted to free herself from his grasp. Despite her efforts, his grip was unyielding, and he clung to her without budging an inch.

Elyse steadied herself with a deep breath before attempting to loosen Jayden’s grip. His hands, however, clung to her stubbornly, unyielding. Growing increasingly frustrated and suspecting he was feigning sleep, Elyse yanked on his ear.

Jayden’s eyes snapped open, annoyance flickering across his features. “What are you doing?” he demanded, his tone edged with irritation.

“I need some space to sleep, and you’re smothering me,” Elyse snapped back, her patience wearing thin.

“Such a hassle,” Jayden grumbled. Before Elyse could react, he lifted her with surprising ease, pinning her beneath him on the bed.

with embarrassment as she realized her predicament. She pushed against him, exasperated. “Don’t cling to me like

Jayden’s expression shifted to one of serious contemplation. “Are you

responded defensively, “Jealous? Why would I be? I don’t even know her well. It’s only

finish, Jayden silenced her with a kiss, abrupt and demanding. When he finally let her catch her breath, he pinned her down,

teeth, her mind

closer, his voice tired but firm.

being close to him, her resolve wavered at the genuine weariness in his voice. Yet, the

Jayden’s behavior—his easy manipulation of relationships—Elyse knew she had to end whatever lingered between them. She needed to maintain boundaries, even if Aarya wasn’t the

She couldn’t fathom her own reaction; tormented internally, she still longed for the warmth

reprehensible as the situations she despised? This

her subtle shift, Jayden tightened his hold, his voice soft but steady

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