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

quick breath, Edward steadied himself.

him a sharp, intrigued look. This guy was becoming more interesting by the second. Elyse’s brow furrowed in suspicion. “And

is where

steal the violin for you. He kept jerking us around—first saying he’d sell it, then changing his mind. It was outrageous!” He paused, his tone

emotions flickered across Elyse’s face before she seemed to reluctantly accept his explanation. “And how did both of you

sighed. “We had a disagreement about the theft,” he explained. “Things got heated,

Edward turned to Elyse, his voice softening. “Jayden beat me like I was his worst enemy. If you don’t believe me, I can show you my bruises.” He began to lift his

a hand. “Stop right there! No need

clear: “If you don’t see

temples in frustration, Elyse sighed. “I’ll go on

the fire of triumph flashing in his

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