Chapter 1298:

Pearce’s lips curved into a knowing smile. “Perhaps, but Elyse has flourished regardless. She possesses strong convictions and embraces accountability for her path. Her strength commands my respect. Since you care for her, try to appreciate this remarkable quality in her.”

Before stepping into Jayden’s car, Elyse carefully confirmed her work schedule with Chloe, her demeanor calm and deliberate. Only after everything was finalized did she turn and enter the vehicle. Jayden followed closely, his presence a shadow tethered to hers.

The car doors closed with a faint thud, and as the engine hummed to life, Elyse turned her gaze toward the passing cityscape. After a moment of silence, her voice broke the stillness.

“I didn’t expect you to say all that to my grandma. Were you being sincere?”

Jayden turned slightly, his expression measured. “She deserves my respect.”

shifted her gaze to meet his, her face calm but unreadable. “But she’s made it

myself pursuing you, I had a deep conversation with Peyton. He said something that has stuck with me—something I’ve been reflecting on ever since. He told me that from the very beginning, you and I were destined to be husband and wife, but neither of us was

she hadn’t fully understood. Back then, the anxiety of

Their divorce had been a painful but necessary decision. Continuing the relationship had felt like steering a sinking ship—it was better to abandon it than to go down

Elyse’s voice, tinged with fragility, broke the silence. “And

Build something real and strong—day by day, step by step. He advised me to work through problems as they come, and only once the relationship is on solid ground,

fresh

now, Felicia is your most important family member. Even if she disapproves of me,

part of her, long encased in skepticism, softened at the earnestness he displayed. Perhaps, just perhaps, Jayden was

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