Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 997:

Elyse shot him a glance, unimpressed. “It’s finished. Ask Darren if he’s got any left.”

Edward pouted like a child denied candy. “But I like drinking yours. It’s sweeter.”

She rolled her eyes, choosing to ignore him entirely. In her mind, he was up to his usual antics, and ignoring him was the easiest way to diffuse his attention-seeking. Unbeknownst to her, Theo, who sat on the other side, wasn’t as oblivious.

He picked up on the subtle challenge hidden beneath Edward’s seemingly lighthearted words. Leaning forward slightly, Theo locked eyes with Edward, an unspoken provocation sparking between them. Edward’s expression faltered for a moment, realizing Theo had caught on to his little display.

Theo leaned back into his seat, fingers absentmindedly twitching in silent annoyance. For a while, Theo had thought Jayden was his only competition for Elyse’s heart. But now, here was Edward, clearly marking his territory in the most subtle yet obvious way.

charm Elyse—they were meant to rattle Theo. He was making a point, subtly flaunting how close he and Elyse were, as if to show Theo just how much she cared for him. However, the

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gently squeezing Elyse’s hand as he leaned in and asked, “Remember when you told me about your dream

way someone as ‘ordinary’

with interest, a teasing smile playing on her lips. “And

I’ve lost my job, and you’re about to conquer the world stage.” He paused, then chuckled, “If I could go back

laughed, shaking her head. “You still can’t resist talking business, can you? Always thinking about making an

you back then. Even if I had backed you, I probably would’ve held you back instead of

but sharp. “Sometimes I wonder if you’ve been my bad

winced at her jab, shaking his head. “I may be a lot of things, but I’m not a curse on your life. Take that back before I really