Chapter 1232:

Elyse’s face clouded as she thought carefully before answering. “Honestly, I’m a bit lost. I used to focus so much on getting his answer, asking constantly, waiting for him to say something. Now, I feel like I already know the answer, and I don’t know what to do with myself.”

Louise held up a hand, cutting her off. “Wait. Did Jayden give you that answer himself?”

Elyse froze, shaking her head. She’d overheard Enzo and Jayden talking—that had been her answer.

Louise spoke with quiet conviction. “Then don’t jump to conclusions. You have to hear it from him directly. That’s the only answer that matters.”

Elyse sighed, sounding defeated. “But is that really necessary?”

Louise shook her head. “A relationship is between two people. Letting others step in only clouds things. And maybe it’s not that you’ve lost your goal. Perhaps you’re uncertain about your own feelings. Do you really love Jayden, or don’t you?”

Elyse hadn’t expected Louise to get to the heart of the issue so clearly. She lowered her head, feeling defeated. “You’re right. I don’t know if I love him. Sometimes I think I do, but other times… I’m not sure I want to be with him at all.”

With surprising wisdom about love, Louise replied, “It’s natural to be uncertain. We all go through that. You’ll see the truth when you find clarity in all the confusion.”

Elyse looked at her, half in disbelief. “How did you know? You’re younger than me.”

Louise lifted her chin with a proud smile. “I am a princess. What can’t I learn?”

Elyse smiled faintly. “So, what do I do while I figure things out? I feel drained. Tired of all of it.”

Louise gave her a puzzled look. “Then rest. Take a break if you’re exhausted.”

Elyse blinked. “It’s really that simple?”

Louise nodded. “Yes. Sometimes, the answer really is that simple. Just follow your heart.”

Elyse sat quietly, letting the advice sink in. Then, she climbed into bed, her expression weary. “I think you’re right. I really do need a break. Goodnight.”

Louise smiled, closed the curtains, and quietly left the room. Louise had sought refuge in Elyse’s room, eager to escape the chaos of dealing with those three men and find a moment of peace. With a sigh, Louise headed out to unwind and found herself at a nearby bar. Surprisingly, she spotted Jayden sitting alone, nursing a drink in silence. She watched as a woman with long hair and a tight outfit approached him, clearly flirting. But to her greatest surprise, Jayden immediately shoved the woman away. He snapped angrily, his voice sharp, “Get lost!”