Chapter 1272:

Pearce’s smirk was sharp, his eyes glinting with a challenge that his smile failed to mask.

“Your audacity knows no bounds, does it?”

Aware that Jayden wouldn’t be easily cowed, Pearce reluctantly accepted the situation, his mind already plotting ways to undermine his rival at the earliest opportunity.

After navigating their way out of the airport’s bustling environment, they made their direct path to a nearby restaurant. Inside, Pearce led the way to a private dining area, his prior arrangements evident in the elaborate spread of exquisite dishes waiting at the table, prepared to impress yet orchestrated with precision.

Upon seeing all her favorite dishes spread before her, Elyse’s eyes sparkled with delight.

“Oh my gosh, I’ve missed these so much! The last few weeks, I never had the chance to indulge like this.”

fork and knife, savoring

his palm, watched her with a tender smile, his heart

time and enjoy. If something catches your fancy, let me know and I’ll

out when he spotted Jayden reaching

he slammed his palm down on the tabletop, a sharp sound echoing

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stern look and countered, “I’m just as hungry. Why can’t

dirt!” Pearce’s voice rose, a surge of anger driven by memories of Jayden’s mistreatment of Elyse. If it were up to him, he’d make sure

Elyse interjected gently, “Let’s not spoil the meal, Pearce. Ignore him and let’s focus on this feast. It’s

irritation giving way to amusement, and he

the conflict defused, Elyse found

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