Chapter 1039:
Edward, surprised and delighted by her praise, said, “Then I must have made a great impression on you, right?” Elyse paused, then agreed. Despite everything, Edward had indeed made an impressive effort.
“So, Miss Elyse Lloyd, if I say I truly want to be with you, would you consider it?” Edward stopped, turning to her, his smile fading into a serious expression. Elyse looked conflicted.
Edward continued, “I know it’s not ideal to confess my feelings a day after Jayden’s tragic news, but I feel this is my opportunity to pursue you. I sense your ex still holds feelings for you, and I want to express my feelings before he does. I aim to be first, giving you more time to consider me.”
Elyse, not entirely surprised, responded gravely, “Since you’re being earnest, I will be too. Since learning of Jayden’s situation, I’ve been quite unsettled. I can’t accept your feelings right now.”
Edward replied, “I understand you’re still coming to terms with his situation. But if I were to find evidence of Jayden’s fate, would you then consider me as a potential partner?”
After a lengthy pause, Elyse nodded.
Edward exhaled in relief, pleased to have secured her promise to consider him. For him, Jayden’s death was a certainty. He didn’t question the reality of the incident and was determined to discover Jayden’s remains to help Elyse find closure.
Glancing at his watch, Edward said, “The surprise I have planned for you is almost ready.”
Elyse inquired, “What kind of surprise?”
Edward led Elyse to an observation deck, where they waited ten minutes. Suddenly, the sky burst into a display of heart-shaped fireworks—pink heart after pink heart illuminating the night.
Elyse felt ambivalent. How deep was Edward’s affection?
Edward asked eagerly, “So, do you like it?”
Elyse mustered a smile. “I do. It’s beautiful, and the pink hearts are very creative.”
Edward, pleased with the praise, replied, “Oh, it’s just about making an effort.”
Upon Elyse and Edward’s return to the Moon Palace, Louise met them with a playfully stern demeanor. Her attention quickly centered on Elyse, eager to learn every detail about her date with Edward.
Louise followed Elyse to her room and wasted no time questioning her. “What happened between you two today? No kissing? No hugging? No hand-holding?”