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.

diminished influence, he still bore the Owen

the Owen family's

within the Owen family, Theo's actions would

the Ward family held sway, they paled

to jeopardize the Ward family's reputation over

alliance between the Jimenez and Ward families must

remained unaware 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

His emotions cloud his judgment. He'll realize his error once Elyse rebuffs him. You're

found herself swayed by

to relent too readily. And she couldn't

transgressions.

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

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

herself swayed by

a respectable family lineage. Observing his interactions

him and earning his

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

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

felt reassured regarding the marriage alliance. Freda resolved to ascertain

harbored hopes for Theo, would she succumb

lay in ensuring Elyse's heart remained unmoved by Theo's

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