Chapter 1074:
Jayden cut her off, saying, “Honey, hold on a moment. I need to speak with Garret first.” With that, Jayden and Garret went to the study on the first floor.
Feeling somewhat disheartened, Elyse remained on the sofa, waiting for Jayden. An hour later, Jayden and Garret emerged, finding Elyse sound asleep.
Garret remarked, “Your girl certainly is persistent,” patting Jayden on the shoulder before heading upstairs.
Jayden approached Elyse, gazed at her peaceful face, and softly pinched her nose. Elyse scrunched her nose and hummed softly.
Jayden laughed, then turned toward the kitchen, where the aroma of food wafted. He found some macaroni and cheese, served himself a generous portion, settled on the sofa, and began to eat enthusiastically.
The sound woke Elyse, who opened her eyes to see Jayden feasting. Drowsily, she asked, “Is it good? Isn’t it cold by now?”
“It’s still warm, and it tastes better than anything I could make,” replied Jayden.
Elyse laughed gently. “You must be kidding. It’s been two hours. It surely must be cold.”
Jayden offered no reply. He quickly finished his meal, cleaned the dishes, then returned to Elyse and lifted her into his arms.
Elyse, startled, exclaimed, “What are you doing?”
“Taking you back to the room. Stay calm. Don’t squirm. I’m heading upstairs,” Jayden explained as he started up the stairs.
Elyse objected, “But we’re already divorced.”
“I know, but currently, we’re both staying under someone else’s roof. We need to share a room,” Jayden stated. “Do you want to ask Garret for another room?”
Elyse, frightened of Garret, dared not ask him for anything. She closed her mouth quietly, understanding that while under another’s roof, she had to comply. Jayden observed Elyse’s silence and compliance, feeling a sense of satisfaction.
Once back in their room, he gently placed her on the bed before showering. Elyse checked the time, realizing that if she slept for a few more hours, it would be morning.
Half an hour later, Jayden emerged from the bathroom, refreshed. He climbed into bed and noticed Elyse pretending to sleep, which brought a smirk to his face. He playfully warned, “I know you’re not asleep. If you don’t open your eyes, I might have to tickle you.”
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