Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 863:

Noticing her downcast expression, Gavin tried to lift her spirits. “You took first place today. Don’t let this spoil your mood. You’ve outshone a lot of skilled competitors to achieve this. Take pride in that.”

Feeling awkward from the compliment, Elyse looked away. “Thanks, Gavin, but please, ease up on the praises. I’m quite shy, you know.”

Gavin chuckled. “Alright, I’ll text Irving. You go ahead and meet him backstage.”

“Will do, just let me change first.”

Gavin left, and Elyse let out a quiet sigh. Despite the excitement of the win, she was weary of the constant attention.

After changing from her competition attire into a thick coat, Elyse grabbed her large bags and exited the dressing room.

As she waited for Irving backstage, a hurried staff member bumped into her, sending her tumbling to the floor.

was bundled up in thick clothing, which protected her from

immediately, helped Elyse to her feet, and offered a hurried apology,

“I’m okay. I’ve got plenty of padding on. But what’s the

member looked visibly shaken as she explained in a distressed tone, “There’s a man who set himself on fire right at the entrance to the music hall. They say

stories

asked, “What do you mean? It was just

know, but he was a gambler. He wagered everything, hoping to win, but when you won, his

Elyse responded, “People were betting on

staff member nodded. “It happens every year. Folks gamble everything they

the first time, Elyse struggled with the concept. With a thoughtful frown, she said, “I’ve never gambled myself. It’s something I

of gambling. It’s nothing but trouble.” With that, she hurried away to

when Irving finally showed up, notably