Chapter 1299:

Elyse laughed softly, teasing, “You really hang on to his every word, don’t you?”

Jayden shrugged, a boyish grin forming. “Peyton’s more grounded than I am. If I follow his lead, I might just get it right. On my own? I’d surely make a mess.”

Elyse shook her head, her voice carrying a quiet conviction.

“You’re not as flawed as you think. The differences between us are born of experience, not anything inherently wrong with either of us. All we need is time to untangle those knots.”

Jayden’s eyes lit up with a mischievous glint. “Then let’s start untangling tonight. Will you work through things with me?”

Elyse playfully swatted his arm, her voice firm but amused. “Separate rooms tonight!”

about working through issues, yet when he presented

still wrapped in the warmth of the quiet moment. The hum of the car filled the

they arrived home, Driscoll greeted them at the door, his expression

“What’s wrong? Is there

will

Debora, her voice sharp with confusion. “Why

with the Owens, so why was Debora coming to see him? Elyse’s

tales on

turned contemplative. After a moment, he said, “I’ll find out when she gets here.

searched his face, her concern palpable as the air around

be seeking your help?” Elyse’s voice

find out.” He gently placed a reassuring hand on her back, his voice softening. “You have an early day tomorrow. Go freshen up and

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