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."

praised her talent. "Your parents must be music

"Nope. My parents

had no interest

surprised. "Really? Could I see a photo

Pearce's request, Elyse

a pervert, probing

Pearce clarified, "I'm simply curious about what your

since they've raised such a talented

to trust him. Odd as he may seem, she doubted he would pose any threat to Lanny and

a moment before speaking thoughtfully, "Forgive me if

Why do you

aback, as Jayden had once made

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a resigned tone, she replied, "They are indeed

Instead, he walked over

flickering in his eyes.

he said, "You don't resemble your parents at

asked, "What did

said that you resemble someone I know. That's why you give

sigh of relief

Pearce to the university, she discovered that he was

a seminar the following

they pleted his tasks, Pearce turned to her. "See? I've been honest with you, haven't I?" Elyse nodded in agreement.

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

join me for

brief consideration, Elyse