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“Not true!” Peyton countered immediately. “She’s still young. How can she truly understand her feelings? She hasn’t dated anyone else to explore yet. She’s just temporarily captivated by his good looks.”

Jayden’s smile held a hint of mischief. “So, Aileen ought to like you, correct?”

Peyton nodded. “Absolutely. Who else would she fancy? I’m the one who will marry her.”

Having spoken, Peyton noticed Jayden’s knowing smile, which left him feeling uneasy. He rubbed his nose. “Anyway, you go ahead. I need to take care of some other things.”

With that, he quickly made his exit.

Elyse crossed her arms, her expression echoing Jayden’s insight. “He really isn’t being truthful with himself. I assumed he would openly acknowledge his feelings for Aileen.”

Jayden remarked, “Don’t be misled by his easygoing facade with us. He’s been a standout since he was young, especially in the field of medicine. That’s precisely why he managed to take over the family hospital and assume the role of director without any challenges. For a man of his talents, admitting that he has feelings for a woman is exceedingly difficult. His pride simply won’t allow it.”

“His excessive pride might

responded. “In matters of the heart, he’s more adept than I

said, “So you’re admitting you’re

her, saying with a grin, “Unreliable, but my darling

world of

Elyse said


dessert.

to see the bright red cherries and felt a wave of nausea wash over her. The taste in her mouth soured, but she managed to say, “I’m not hungry

any more questions and started enjoying the

over a wheelchair, with Shaun sitting

thoroughly miserable. Seeing the handprint on his face, Elyse

and explained, “It’s not my doing. He tried

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