Chapter 384:

"Who told you Elyse was dying?" Jayden asked, his expression turning cold. Caught off guard, Tess snapped, "Why does it matter to you?" After a pause, Jayden asked, "Was it Corrie?"

Tess was shocked. "How did you know?"

Jayden sneered. "Just a guess."

Frustrated, Tess tried to figure out what she'd revealed, but she wasn't as cunning as Jayden. After a moment, she said irritably, "I wasn't trying to get you to divorce Elyse. I assumed she was gone, so I thought I'd find someone new to care for you."

Jayden responded impatiently, "Should I thank you for your thoughtfulness?"

Before Tess could reply, Jayden said decisively, "Mom, since Elyse is still alive, I think it's best you leave now."

"You're ungrateful! All my efforts raising you were in vain," Tess glared at Elyse. "When Elyse resents you for being a cripple, you'll realize the only person who truly cares for you is me." Tess stormed out.

Jayden said wearily, "Sorry my mother upset you again."

Elyse shook her head. "It's fine. I'm used to it." Noticing his exhaustion, Elyse suggested, "You should get some sleep. If you don't rest, I will get upset." Jayden managed a smile, crossed his arms, and dozed off in his wheelchair. He'd stayed up all night watching over Elyse, leaving him drained. Feeling reassured, a wave of exhaustion hit him, and he fell asleep quickly. Elyse watched him sleep, a smile of relief on her face. Nothing pleased her more than waking to find him by her side.

About fifteen minutes later, Driscoll arrived with a lunch box. Entering the room, he saw Jayden sleeping peacefully. He quietly approached Elyse and set up a small table. "Please enjoy your meal. The chef prepared a lot for you," he whispered, laying out the food. Elyse nodded and began eating.

After taking Kaelyn to one of his residences, Theo reviewed the situation with her. Then, with a grave expression, he instructed, "You need to turn yourself in."

Anxiously, Kaelyn responded, "Didn't you bring me here because you trust me? Why are you telling me to turn myself in? I already told you it was an accident."

Theo exclaimed, "But your actions nearly killed Elyse! I took her to the hospital! I know you almost killed her."

Kaelyn, eyes filled with sorrow, bit her lip. "I thought you were trying to help me. I never imagined it was all for Elyse. Why can't you just move on?"

Theo's expression darkened. "I can't let go of Elyse. You almost took her life, and I must avenge her."

Tears streaming down her face, Kaelyn pleaded, "But you rescued me from Jayden. You still care about me, right?" Overwhelmed with anxiety, she fell to his feet, kneeling and sobbing, "Please tell me you did care for me. You didn't want to see me hurt. It wasn't all for Elyse, was it? Tell me."

Shrugging her off, Theo retorted, "What are you talking about? My heart belongs to Elyse. I saved you because it was the right thing to do, not just for you. You endangered Elyse, and you need to face justice."

Stunned, Kaelyn looked up, disbelief written across her face. "What did you just say?"

Theo's voice was icy. "You've made grave mistakes. Killing you would be merciful, allowing you to escape the guilt. However, facing your actions in prison will let you truly make amends." Indifference clouded his eyes as he continued, "This is for the best. It's the only way you'll learn from your mistakes."

Eyes wide, Kaelyn struggled with his words. "You want me to make amends? You saved me just because you wanted to prolong my suffering?"

Theo nodded firmly. "There's no other reason. Your actions hurt Elyse deeply, and I despise what you did more than Jayden ever could. How could you harm her?" With that, he pushed her aside and called the police.

As she lay on the ground, Kaelyn heard Theo speaking with the police, and the hope in her eyes faded. Pushing herself up, she stared at him. After he hung up, he fixed her with a stern gaze. "Is there anything else you want to say?"

Quietly, Kaelyn asked, "After everything I've done for you, did you ever love me?"

Theo's reply was resolute. "No. Never."

At his words, a hollow laugh escaped Kaelyn, soon turning into uncontrollable laughter, though tears streamed down her cheeks. She brushed away the tears, her voice trembling. "I love you so much. How can you just ignore that?" Her smile vanished, leaving her gaze empty. "I won't forgive you."

Theo, his brow furrowed, shot back, "Are you out of your mind?"

Kaelyn didn't respond, sitting silently on the cold ground, waiting for the police. Twenty minutes later, they arrived, escorting Kaelyn away.

Theo exhaled deeply, feeling a weight lift from his shoulders. Eager to be with Elyse, he hurried back to Watscar. In the hospital ward, Elyse, having finished breakfast, texted Gavin to reassure him of her safety before resting. Upon waking, she was surprised to find Irving and Fiona instead of Jayden.

"Why are you here?" Elyse asked, her surprise evident.

"We heard what happened yesterday," Fiona explained, her tone laced with concern. "It's terrible that someone would poison you."

Irving, arms crossed, added coolly, "Can you still attend the first round of competition tomorrow? There will be no special favors at Blue Sea Music Studio. You'll have to manage on your own."

Elyse managed a reassuring smile. "I'm a bit weak, but it won't hold me back tomorrow. I plan to handle the discharge paperwork this afternoon," she said, her voice steady.

Fiona's worry was palpable. "Are you sure? Don't overdo it, Elyse."

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