Chapter 1143:

As Elyse’s words hung in the air, Jayden’s face darkened, like a storm gathering on the horizon.

Meanwhile, Edward stood frozen, disbelief written on his face, his jaw practically hanging open. “Wait. Are you serious? You’re really going out with me?”

With a steady nod, Elyse confirmed it—right in front of Jayden. And with each nod, Jayden’s expression grew more thunderous, like a volcano on the verge of eruption.

Then, as if a mischievous spirit whispered in her ear, Elyse’s eyes lit up with a sudden idea. She jabbed her finger into Edward’s chest, startling him into a gasp.

Tilting her head with a playful smile, she purred, “But only if you tell me the whole truth.”

Her wicked grin sent icy shivers down Edward’s spine, and even Jayden joined in with a sardonic smile. “Come on, out with it already.”

Edward’s arms. Why on earth were those two joining forces against

steadied himself.

the second. Elyse’s brow

where dreams

to steal the violin for you. He kept jerking us around—first saying he’d sell it,

face before she seemed to reluctantly accept

sighed. “We had a disagreement about the theft,” he

like I was his worst enemy. If you don’t believe me, I can show you my bruises.” He began

there! No need to take your

expression turned woeful, as if his unspoken message was clear: “If you don’t see injuries, you

in frustration, Elyse sighed. “I’ll go on that date with you after George

those words, Edward straightened instantly, the fire of triumph flashing in his

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