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.

bore the

the Owen family's

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

held sway, they paled in parison to

to jeopardize the Ward family's reputation

the alliance between the Jimenez and Ward families must proceed

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 continued, "My son bears the blame. His emotions cloud his

swayed by Zandra's

to relent too readily. And

transgressions.

deeply wounded me. I must mull over your words carefully. This

relationship with

herself swayed by

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

of marrying him and earning his affection, Freda

tempted by the prospect of a favorable match, Freda remained resolute. "I prehend

Freda's hesitation, Zandra expressed satisfaction. "Fear not. With you by his side, he'll

Zandra felt reassured regarding the marriage alliance.

for Theo, would she succumb to

lay in ensuring Elyse's heart

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Elyse wandered the bustling'streets, seeking solace in vain.