Chapter 1129:

Ken and Jayden had already donned aprons and were firing up the grill.

Edward sauntered to Jayden, his voice dripping with arrogance. “You sprinted off like you were about to perform miracles, but here you are, just grilling meat. You’d better make it exceptional. If it’s subpar, don’t blame me for being harsh.”

Jayden glanced at the smirking Edward, his eyes brimming with a mixture of pity and amusement. He plastered on a fake smile and replied, “Rest assured, I’ll make the barbecue so delectable, you’ll be more than satisfied.”

Edward reveled in what he perceived as Jayden’s subservient tone. He nodded approvingly, speaking with an air of self-importance. “Don’t say I’m being too hard on you. If the food disappoints and Elyse is unhappy, she’ll be furious. I’m only looking out for your best interests.”

Jayden responded coolly, “I understand completely. Don’t worry.”

Elyse, observing Jayden’s playful manipulation of Edward, felt a twinge of sympathy for the oblivious man. However, she decided it was best not to interfere and let the scene unfold naturally.

rang out, tinged with bitterness. “You’re just jealous because you can’t have it. If I were you, I’d zip it and fall in line.

smirk. Who said he couldn’t have it? Even if denied, he’d find a way. How could he possibly miss out on the food

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owner and her husband stood waiting in

treat ready for you,” the ranch owner called

car, rushing towards her with a spring in her step. After embracing Elyse warmly, the ranch owner gestured to her husband. “This is my

head, eyes twinkling with curiosity. “You haven’t told me your name

ever-cheerful Linda,” she

tender embrace, his eyes brimming with adoration.

their relationship. For reasons she couldn’t quite pinpoint, it stung a little. Instinctively, Elyse glanced back to

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