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.

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

the Owen family's

the Owen

sway, they

to jeopardize the Ward family's

alliance between the Jimenez and

countered, "Freda, don't lose hope. My son's endeavors will falter.

the blame. His emotions cloud his judgment. He'll realize his

herself swayed

hesitated to relent too readily. And she

transgressions.

me. I must mull over your words

his relationship with Elyse seems to be going nowhere,

herself swayed by

looks and came from a respectable family lineage. Observing

of marrying him and earning his affection, Freda envisioned a promising

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

expressed satisfaction. "Fear not. With you by his

reassured regarding the marriage alliance.

Theo,

in ensuring Elyse's heart remained unmoved

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