Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 256 The Resemblance

Elyse stepped back, clearly skeptical of Pearce's words.

Exiting the car, Pearce asked her, "Ms. Lloyd, are you free now? If so, 1 can verify my identity for

you. I'm headed to the university office to deal with something."

Elyse gave him a peculiar look. "Why should I acpany you? I don't even know you."

Pearce's grin widened. "Your music has deeply moved me. I'd like to befriend you."

His genuine pliment touched Elyse, fulfilling her desire for recognition in music, something Pearce was the first to offer.

After some hesitation, Elyse reluctantly agreed. "I'll trust you this time."

Pearce breathed a sigh of relief. "I won't ask you to ride in my car to avoid scaring you. Let's walk Elyse nodded in agreement, hesitant to accept a ride, fearing potential danger.

Pearce was considerate, engaging in conversation to ease Elyse's unease.

Elyse also noticed that Pearce seemed both physically and mentally well-off His calm and steady demeanor reminded her of her husband.

Pearce continued chatting, noticing Elyse's distraction. He candidly said, "Ms. Lloyd, talking to

you feels like speaking to family. I can't help but keep talking."

Elyse was momentarily taken aback but didn't fully grasp his meaning.

"Have you played the violin since childhood?" Pearce asked.

Elyse pondered briefly. "Somewhat."

talent. "Your parents must be

replied, "Nope. My parents have no knowledge of

no interest in music,

Could I see a photo of your parents,

Pearce's request, Elyse became wary once

if he was being a pervert, probing into her family background

misjudged, Pearce clarified,

since they've raised such a talented individual

decided to trust him. Odd as he may seem, she doubted he would pose any threat to Lanny and Glenda She showed Pearce a photo before promptly putting her

studied her for a moment before speaking

I'm curious. Why do you bear no resemblance to your

aback, as Jayden had

not reading this book on nel5s.org, you might be missing

she replied,

Instead, he walked over the fallen golden leaves,

flickering in his eyes.

at all, but you remind me of a family

Elyse asked, "What

his emotions behind a smile. "I said that you resemble someone I know. That's why

relief once

to the university, she discovered that he was indeed a

seminar

her. "See? I've been honest with you, haven't I?" Elyse

at his watch, Pearce suggested, "It's lunchtime. I believe there was a

you join me for lunch to make

consideration, Elyse nodded.