Chapter 1669:

Anthony handed Elyse a violin case. “I made this one myself. It’s not as good as my dad’s, but I’m getting better. Next time you visit, you can trade it for a better one.”

Elyse’s eyes widened before softening into a warm smile. “Thanks, Anthony. This means a lot.”

He offered a shy but charming smile.

Jayden grinned. “So, was your girlfriend surprised by the birthday celebration?”

Anthony scratched the back of his neck, looking sheepish. “She actually thought I was going to propose. She had herself all ready, but I was just there to wish her a happy birthday.”

Elyse burst into laughter. “Guess you’ll have to outdo yourself when you actually propose.”

worry, I’ll make it even more special

Elyse and Jayden headed into the airport, ready

and, without adjusting to

entrance, their expressions grim. One spoke up, “Shaun’s been restless for days. He wouldn’t say why. Today, he

for

Elyse’s eyes widened. “What?”

“He didn’t get far. We

Shaun sat inside, tied up,

on the sofa—a sight that might’ve been comical if it weren’t so absurd. Jayden crossed his arms, his tone sharp.

always insist

silence?” Elyse’s brow furrowed. Something was wrong—this wasn’t the Shaun she knew. The tension in the

narrowed his eyes. “Did

breath caught. “Wait—do you remember

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