Chapter 262 Pathway To Her Ambitions

Jayden twirled the pen in his hand before placing it down and leaning back in his chair. He

scrutinized Elyse and asked, "How much longer do you plan to be angry with me?"

Feeling frustrated by Jayden's attitude, Elyse replied unhappily, "Do you think it's all my fault? Am I getting upset for no reason?"

Jayden frowned. "Haven't I assured you that you'll always be my only woman? I can give you everything you could ever want. Why aren't you content?"

instinctively, Elyse wanted to convey that what she truly desired wasn't material possessions or what Jayden thought was best for her.

But she found herself unable to say it to him.

What she really wanted was... Jayden's love.

What she genuinely craved wasn't to be a superficial addition to Jayden's life, but rather a true panion with whom she could share a real connection.

Yet, their marriage had been based on practicality, each fulfilling their own needs.

Jayden provided protection and support, while Elyse fulfilled her role as his wife, preserving his reputation.

It became clear to Else that her desires might have been too ambitious. She longed for Jayden's

affection, but their relationship was founded on practicality rather than passion.

Inher view, Jayden had fulfilled his marital duties adequately, while her longing for affection

seemed excessive.

Noticing the myriad emotions flickering across Elyse's face, Jayden asked, "What's on your mind?"

gaze with a mixture of

recognized that despite the transactional dynamic of their relationship,

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replied,

swiftly turned on her heel, opened

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as he observed her crestfallen

study, Jayden ran into Driscoll. Despite his hesitation, Driscoll said, "Mr.

desire to

paused, glancing

consideration, Jayden

turned to Elyse and said, "Stay in the living room

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her expression stoic, as she headed

Elyse's pliance, Driscoll initially felt relieved, thinking that Elyse and

her lackluster gaze made

between them had only

in promptly, holding a gift box and wearing

delay, Jayden asked her directly, "What brings

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embarrassing for her, so I'm here to extend

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