Chapter 54 Lanny Called Elyse

"Joanna Foster," Jayden murmured, a chilling intent flickering in his

gaze

Peyton chimed in, "It's peculiar, isn't it? Joanna escaped on her wedding day, right under her family's nose. Surely, someone must have aided her."

"Undoubtedly," Jayden replied. "Her talents lie in pleasing men, not in escaping. Without assistance, she couldn't have eluded my people this long."

"Interested in discovering who helped her?" Peyton inquired.

"Any leads?" asked Jayden, eyebrows arching in curiosity

"A few, which might lead you to more," Peyton suggested, leaning in to whisper to Jayden.

Skepticism clouded Jayden's expression as he heard the whispered words. "Really?" he

questioned, his tone laced with doubt.

"Quite possibly," Peyton affirmed. "Both you and Elyse might be in jeopardy."

"And Elyse's involvement?" Jayden probed.

Peyton's response was grave. "Because she's your wife. Whether or not you accept it, she is now

your vulnerability."

response was a heavy silence; Peyton's words

footsteps. It must be Elyse.

onto

were stunned as

on the sofa, quickly

the sofa, but I lost my balance, and we both ended up here,"

"I'm okay. I don't feel any

him, walked over and took his hand, comforting

by Jayden's display

he be so

"Sir, the dessert you requested is

go to the garden. It's sunny there,"

smiled. "Then I'll help Jayden into the wheelchair. You go ahead to

and get things ready."

still concerned for Jayden, hesitated, wanting to stay and

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won't hurt

be cautious. Jayden must not suffer

made his

fragile, doesn't she? She even cautioned me to

isn't the right time for the truth. We should wait. Revealing my act now would

still think Elyse is sincere. She treats you remarkably well." "Jealous, are you? Perhaps you should find a woman of your

that's what

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