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

way the Owens are. We

you are deeply in love with Jayden. There's no guarantee that one day

the gesture a heavy pause in

love," he intoned, his voice layered with understanding "He

receding as Elyse stood rooted in place. The playful spirit that had animated her

to stay over, her concern

evening routines, Elyse found herself at the guest room door, pillow in hand. "Can I sleep with you tonight?" she

"You can, but what if Jayden es

her tone laced with bitterness.

you sure? Did he tell you he wouldn't be home?" Elyse's smile was wan, strained. The silence

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image of Corrie's faint played out,

night, consumed by

It's been so long since we've had a sleepover." Elyse gave in to Tracy's gentle coaxing and slipped into bed.

body relax into sleep, her breath even

couldn't help but feel an ache in her heart, passion for her friend's plight blossoming within

that both of their lives had been full of

much difficulty finding love? Tracy wondered to

his heels. As they left, Peyton removed his surgical mask. "I've conducted a thorough examination. There's nothing wrong with Corrie physically." Peyton continued in a clinical tone. "If

broke her heart and triggered her fainting spell."

his doubt. "Do you really believe Corrie