Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 261 Zandra's Persuasion

After Theo departed, Freda sank into deep contemplation in the chair.

Freda discerned Theo's sincerity; his words weren't a jest but earnest truth.

His desire to reconcile with Elyse, despite her marital status, resonated deeply.

Yet, Freda grappled with disfort, relinquishing Theo wasn't an option, she believed in his inherent goodness.

In that moment, the phone's ring interrupted her thoughts; it was Zandra.

Apologizing profusely, Zandra lamented, "Freda, I'm sorry for Theo's actions. I failed to rein him

in, and I regret the distress he's caused you. I've scolded him on your behalf and even gave him a slap to bring him to his senses. I won't condone his behavior."

Freda was taken aback. She originally believed that Theo did not wish to see her when he approached her wearing a mask

"Mrs. Ward," Freda began, "whether or not you discipline him is inconsequential now. Theo and L... we're inpatible."

"That's not true! Don't give up so easily!" Zandra implored. "I want no one but you as my daughter-in-law!"

After Theo left home, tranquility had enveloped Zandra.

Contemplating Theo's potential reunion with Elyse, Zandra pondered the Owen family's

response.

Jayden's diminished influence, he still bore the Owen name; Theo's actions

the Owen family's

Elyse's standing within the Owen family, Theo's actions would

family held sway, they paled in parison to

to jeopardize the

alliance between the Jimenez and Ward

of Zandra's deep contemplation. She merely presumed Zandra harbored genuine affection for her. Hence, she remarked, "Mrs. Ward, Theo's resolve is unshakable." Urgently, Zandra countered, "Freda, don't lose hope. My son's endeavors will falter. Elyse assured me she'd renounce Theo

His emotions cloud

swayed by

hesitated to relent too readily.

transgressions.

must mull over your words carefully. This

is emotional and persistent. If his relationship with

herself swayed by Zandra's

from a respectable family lineage. Observing his interactions with Elyse, Freda gleaned

earning his affection, Freda

tempted by the prospect of a favorable match, Freda remained resolute. "I prehend your point, Mrs. Ward. Yet, Theo's sincerity will determine

Zandra expressed satisfaction. "Fear not. With you by his

Zandra felt reassured regarding the marriage alliance. Freda

Elyse harbored hopes for Theo, would she succumb to his

ensuring Elyse's heart remained unmoved

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