Chapter 1260:

They sat in silence, the air thick with Elyse’s unspoken thoughts, until Louise and Edward returned.

Louise’s gaze softened when it landed on Elyse, a glimmer of warmth shining through. “You seem a bit out of place, my dear. You must come to more of my banquets. Soon enough, you’ll feel like you’ve always belonged.”

Elyse chuckled, the last remnants of her unease fading. “Alright, I’ll make an effort to attend.”

Louise then turned to Jayden, her voice tinged with intrigue. “Did you intend to speak with Garret? You may need to wait; he’s still in talks with Rebecca.”

Jayden shook his head. “No, I’m only here for Elyse tonight. I’ve no interest in discussing business.”

Louise raised an eyebrow, a playful challenge in her gaze. “But if the conversation were with me? I’ve had my eye on your ventures, and they’re quite intriguing.”

interested in a partnership? There are deals Garret wouldn’t touch with a ten-foot

Louise said, her voice cool but resolute. “I forge my own path. I’ve worked

her offer, still taken aback

a half-sigh. “Louise, your ambitions are so transparent. Don’t you see how

gone from being his tool to his rival. It’s no wonder he wants nothing to

what about you? Do you feel the same way? After all,

to challenge him for the throne, family ties ceased to matter. And it’s not like he ever cared much for

Despite her youthful appearance, Louise possessed a maturity born of

well, I’m open

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