Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 138 A Tad Too Late

Emerging from the second-floor room, Elyse underwent a transformation, slipping into a flowing gown, her makeup meticulously applied and her hair cascading elegantly around her shoulders. Descending the stairs in her sleek black high heels, she effortlessly captured Jayden's attention. His gaze lingered on her graceful form, a hint of jealousy creeping into his voice as he spoke. "What's with the fancy dress?"

Without sparing him a glance, Elyse responded icily, "I have matters to attend to. With that, she brushed past everyone, her demeanor distant and determined, as she exited the house.

Driscoll couldn't help but sigh inwardly at Elyse's evident anger this time.

Meanwhile, Jayden felt an urge to pursue her and seek clarification but found himself halted by Judy's intervention. His gaze bore an imperceptible hint of hostility as he challenged her. "How dare you try to stop me?"

Judy, emboldened by Jayden's previous "concern", remained oblivious to the underlying tension in his voice.

She calmly explained, "Look at her, getting all pretty for her date. It explains her reluctance to dine at home."

Despite Jayden's simmering anger, Judy failed to register his displeasure. Instead, she cheerfully suggested, "I'm famished. Let's have dinner first."

Meeting her gaze with a glare, Jayden inquired, "Hungry?"

"Yes, aren't you?" Judy replied, unfazed. Taking charge, Judy maneuvered behind Jayden's

wheelchair, guiding him towards the dining room as if assuming the role of the household hostess.

selecting food

affection.

with

Judy persisted, grasping the armrest of his wheelchair in an

was curt and chilly. "Let go," he commanded, his voice devoid of warmth. Reflecting on the events of the afternoon, Judy

the same detachment. Convinced that Jayden's apparent indifference masked deeper emotions, Judy remained resolute

Jayden's

he

the directive. He harbored

maid. Were it not for

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firm resolve,

instructions without hesitation.

"Of course, sir," Driscoll affirmed, before briskly leading Judy away

Jayden, confusion and sadness crept into her voice. "What's happening. Mr. Owen? Why are you treating me like this all of a sudden? Did I upset you?" she queried, her tone

ahead, devoid of any acknowledgment towards her. Taking control of the wheelchair, he maneuvered

door behind her. "Remember you are

a maid! I haven't done anything wrong. Let me out I

own innocence, Judy refused to accept

convinced that she and Jayden were destined to be together, especially considering his