Chapter 1142:

After paying the hospital fees, Anthony left while Elyse and the others helped move George to his ward. As they settled in, Edward turned to Elyse, curious. “So, what exactly happened? Why did he faint?”

Elyse sighed. “I told him about my dad’s death. It was too much for him to handle.”

Edward looked puzzled. “Your dad? Did he know your dad?”

“Yes, they were close friends when they were young. That violin George made was a special piece for my dad,” Elyse replied.

Edward paused, then asked, “Your dad played the violin? What was his name?”

“Rickey Benson,” Elyse said.

Edward’s eyes widened. “Rickey Benson? Oh wow, Rickey Benson was your father? What a small world!”

Elyse blinked, confused. “You knew him too?”

“Knew him? He was practically a legend to me.” Edward looked her up and down, still in awe. “I never met him in person, but meeting his daughter feels just as special.”

Elyse wasn’t sure what to make of his reaction, but something clicked in her memory. With a suspicious look, she glanced between Jayden and Edward. “Alright, spill it. What did you two get up to last night?”

Edward’s eyes widened as he stammered, “I didn’t do anything last night! Don’t jump to conclusions!”

Elyse’s gaze shifted to Jayden, who felt an immediate chill but played along. “Ah, nothing happened. You’re overthinking it.”

“A double denial? That’s an admission if I’ve ever heard one. You two definitely did something shady.” Elyse crossed her arms, unimpressed. Her eyes locked on Edward, who was always easier to crack.

Raising an eyebrow, she asked, “Did you do something sneaky? If you don’t spill, I’ll expose you myself. But if you tell me, I might consider going on a date with you.” . . .