Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 253 Another Car Accident

Elyse couldn't make sense of what Brook said. "But I thought you were crazy about Corrie," she

said.

As Brook sipped his red wine, his smile disappeared, replaced by a chilly expression. "I was only interested in her because of her status, not because I really liked her."

Elyse was at a loss for words.

Brook, typically aloof and detached, watched the scene unfold with an uncharacteristic sense of passion. Seeing Elyse's struggle, he found himself moved to offer some sage advice.

"I think you're setting yourself up for heartbreak. All Owen men aren't suited for love-not even Elyse was even more lost than before.

Brook continued, his voice tinged with a note of resignation, "We're all driven by ambition. We're only interested in gaining power and taking charge of the pany. Love and relationships are not our priorities."

Brook then skillfully steered the conversation, drawing Elyse's attention elsewhere. "Do you think Jayden's parents love each other?" he queried, the question lingering in the air.

Elyse's first instinct was to say yes, but memories of Bryce's birthday celebration surfaced, clouding her certainty.

Tess had been there, alone-Andrew had supposedly been away on business. Though Tess had

tried to dispel any doubt, Elyse was left with a lingering unease.

A poignant silence stretched between them, revealing the answer Brook had been seeking

the way the Owens are. We can produce children without feelings.

are deeply in love with Jayden. There's no guarantee that one day he won't abandon you for

hand settled on Elyse's shoulder, the

doesn't know love," he intoned, his voice layered

the door, his figure receding as Elyse stood rooted in place. The playful spirit that had animated her

stay over, her concern bolstered by

guest room door, pillow in hand. "Can I sleep with you tonight?" she

in confusion. "You can, but what if Jayden es home?"

pause, she finally spoke, her tone laced with

be home?" Elyse's smile was wan,

the complete story. Share the joy of reading with others and spread

with a blank space where a reply

played out, painting a picture of Jayden by

consumed

miss the sadness that Elyse tried to hide. She pulled her friend into the room, her voice bright. "Forget about Jayden. It's been so long since we've had a sleepover." Elyse gave in to Tracy's

felt her friend's body relax into sleep, her breath even

she held Elyse, she couldn't help but feel an ache

Elyse's as well. It seemed that both of their lives had been full of struggles in the search for happiness,

Elyse and her have so much difficulty finding love? Tracy wondered to herself, her thoughts circling, searching for answers that remained just

a thorough examination. There's nothing wrong with Corrie physically." Peyton continued in a clinical tone.

with Elyse broke her heart and

question that exposed his doubt. "Do you