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.”

her gaze to meet his, her face calm but unreadable. “But she’s made it very clear she’s dissatisfied with

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 ready for the weight of that bond.

hadn’t fully understood. Back then, the anxiety of marrying Jayden without truly knowing him, without the time to nurture their relationship, had plagued her. When the inevitable conflicts

to handle the challenges that had come with their marriage. More than that, she had barely known him. Their divorce had been a painful but necessary decision. Continuing

with fragility, broke

divorce was inevitable, I should start over. Court you, like a normal couple would. Build something real and strong—day by day, step by step. He advised me to work through

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wasn’t accustomed to hearing. “Right now, Felicia is your most important family member. Even if she disapproves of me, I need to win her over. No woman dreams of marrying without her

into her heart. A part of her, long encased in skepticism, softened at the earnestness he displayed. Perhaps, just perhaps, Jayden was indeed changing. Slowly, yes,

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