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.

bore the Owen name; Theo's actions

the Owen family's

within the Owen family, Theo's actions would

held sway, they

the Ward family's

Jimenez and Ward families must

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 and remain loyal to Jayden. Moreover, she's bound in marriage. How could she abandon Jayden for

a note of helplessness, she continued, "My son bears the blame. His emotions cloud his judgment. He'll realize his error once Elyse rebuffs him.

herself swayed

hesitated to relent too readily. And she couldn't

transgressions.

Freda began, "Theo's actions deeply wounded me. I must mull over your words

prudent to take your time," Zandra reassured her. "But reconsider, Freda. Theo is emotional and persistent. If his relationship with Elyse seems to be going nowhere, wouldn't it be a positive turn if he directed his feelings towards

swayed

possessed striking looks and came from a respectable family lineage. Observing his interactions with

the prospect of marrying him and earning

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

not. With you

Freda's decision unchanged, Zandra felt reassured regarding the marriage alliance. Freda resolved to ascertain Elyse's

hopes for Theo, would she succumb to

ensuring Elyse's heart remained unmoved

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