Chapter 1067:

He sighed, noting the pain in Elyse’s eyes. “I understand if my methods seem incomprehensible to you.

As long as they kept you safe, the reason didn’t matter. I offered a bounty of eight million dollars for your safe capture, ensuring no one would dare harm you. This hefty sum was a deterrent against recklessness, giving the illusion of danger while actually providing you the utmost security. This was my way of protecting you when I couldn’t be there.”

Elyse, struggling to articulate her feelings, remained silent for a moment before speaking. “I’m feeling worn out. I need a shower, something to eat, and then I’m going to bed.”

“Alright. I’ll show you to my room,” Jayden agreed.

Frowning, Elyse questioned, “Isn’t there a room just for me?”

Jayden explained, “We’re not at my place; this is one of Garret’s properties. Many areas here are restricted. Given the ongoing crisis, it’s safer to stick together.”

found her thoughts in even greater

annoying to share a room with

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deeply. “Things are just this way for now. If we were at my place,

tell me to just deal with it and wait it out. I’m sick of it,” Elyse retorted sharply, her frustration evident. “Where’s

show you the way,” Jayden responded, leading her

“Go ahead and shower. I’ll find some fresh clothes

she missed the fleeting,

events of the past weighed heavily on her, and although she wanted to cry, no tears came. She simply

a bowl of clam chowder waiting for

chowder…” Elyse began,

it myself in the kitchen,” Jayden

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