Chapter 1665:

He held her close, his embrace warm and steady, mirroring the way she had once comforted him. His hand moved in slow, soothing circles on her back, silently letting her know he was there.

She sobbed until there was nothing left, until her breathing evened out. Jayden, a little flustered, grabbed a napkin and clumsily dabbed at her tears. “You know,” he said, clearing his throat, “back at George’s yard, when I heard them talking about your parents, I had a thought.”

Elyse sniffled, swiping at her eyes. “What thought?”

He scratched his chin, looking thoughtful. “It felt like your parents left behind stories—pieces of themselves scattered like breadcrumbs, waiting to be discovered. And through all these ups and downs, we’re slowly uncovering them.” He shot her a lopsided smile. “I wouldn’t be surprised if there are more stories out there, just waiting for us to stumble upon them.”

She sat quietly, letting his words settle. Then, after a beat, she said softly, “That’s a beautiful way to put it.”

He hesitated before asking, “I want to go on this journey with you—to find those stories together. Will you let me?”

pulled him into a tight hug, knocking him back onto

he winced, sucking in

the

he murmured, “I know you’re excited, but please—go easy on me.

snorted, dismissing his words without a second thought. In that moment, all she

fiery enthusiasm, he knew resistance was futile. Since he couldn’t stop her from nipping at him, he decided to take

guard by the sudden change, Elyse barely had time to react before boldly declaring, “I must kiss you

lips as he replied, “Love is a two-way street. If you wish

flickering

was low and filled with promise as he murmured, “I’m going to

gasped, her eyes widening in shock as

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