Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 1486:

“I’m fine,” Elyse replied.

“Well, I’ve been thinking,” Pearce continued, his words slightly slurred but earnest, “I should introduce you to my friends. They’re good people, well-connected. It’d be good for you to expand your network. If I’m not always around, they can have your back.”

There was a pause before Elyse responded, her voice soft but steady, “Okay… I get it.”

Pearce was just about to end the call when Victor’s voice cut in, sharp and unexpected. “Why didn’t you pick up when I called earlier?” The entire room froze, turning to Victor with wide-eyed disbelief. Pearce stared at him, his expression a mix of shock and betrayal.

“It wasn’t a good time,” Elyse said, her tone careful. “I didn’t mean to ignore you.”

Victor’s tense posture relaxed, though his expression remained guarded.

were you calling me, Victor?”

cleared his throat, buying time. “Just like what

voice held a trace of understanding. “Pearce, text the details of the meeting then. I’m free

said, still rattled. “I’ll book a

to Victor, his face a storm of suspicion. “That whole bit about introducing her to everyone—that was off the cuff,

brow. “Why don’t you take

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ass, Victor!” Pearce snapped, his frustration boiling over. “You better not be getting any bright ideas about her.” He lunged toward Victor, but Victor sidestepped him with

his chair. “Oh, come on. You

Elyse isn’t some starry-eyed young woman you can

pressed a hand to his chest, feigning offense with dramatic flair. “Harsh, man. I’d never try to pull a fast one on Elyse. I actually care about her, believe it or not. You just