Chapter 623

Tracy's red eyes shimmered as she wiped away tears, her sobs shaking her fragile frame. "Love can be really tough," she breathed, her voice a broken whisper. "I know Shaun isn't perfect, but I still love him. How did I get to this point?"

Elyse shook her head gently. "Of course not," she said softly.

Tracy's uncontrollable weeping filled the room, her words lost in a torrent of emotion. Elyse's heart ached with empathy, yet she kept her own struggles hidden, burdened by her own romantic dilemma. Her predicament mirrored Tracy's anguish.

Jayden had a knack for sweeping their troubles under the rug, pretending they didn't exist as long as they remained unspoken. But did these issues truly disappear, or did they simply accumulate, like hidden weights, pressing down on her soul? Elyse wondered if the dam would eventually burst, flooding their lives with the weight of unaddressed pain.

She remained a silent observer until Tracy's sobs subsided into fitful sleep. Elyse then tiptoed out, her footsteps light as feathers.

Upon her return, she found Jayden still in the living room. "I thought you went back to the office," she remarked.

Jayden's eyes met hers, his gaze filled with concern. "Is Tracy's situation bothering you?" he asked, sensing the storm brewing within her.

Elyse nodded, her face impassive. "A little."

"Would you like to go out for some fresh air?" Jayden suggested.

"Aren't you busy with work? And where would we go?" Elyse asked.

"Trust me," Jayden assured her. "You won't regret it."

Despite her initial hesitation, Jayden's charm worked its magic, and Elyse found herself in his car.

As they pulled into a familiar parking lot, Elyse's jaw dropped. "This is your idea of fresh air? Your company?" she exclaimed.

"You've never been to my workplace," Jayden pointed out lightly. "Since you're the boss's wife, don't you think you should get to know it?"

Elyse felt a tug-of-war between curiosity and unease. While a part of her wanted to explore, another part resisted.

Before she could resolve her conflicting emotions, she found herself following Jayden. A private elevator stood ready to whisk them to the CEO's office.

But Jayden changed his mind. He opted for Elyse to see the main departments, choosing the standard elevator instead.

Reaching the 16th floor, Jayden draped his arm around Elyse's shoulders and stepped out with her. A hush fell over the room as all eyes turned to them.

Unaccustomed to the spotlight, Elyse instinctively sought refuge in Jayden's embrace. This subtle gesture sent ripples through the crowd.

Their CEO, known for his distant demeanor toward women, was not only embracing one but also engaging in a tender display. Whispers filled the air, voicing the unspoken question: Who was this woman who had captured their CEO's heart?

Instantly, photos of Jayden and Elyse ignited the company's gossip group chat. The platform was flooded with messages:

"Mr. Owen confidently introduced this woman to the executives. Could this mean they're officially together?" "I'm heartbroken! Mr. Owen is everything I dream of, and now he's with someone else!" "So he is actually attracted to women. I thought he liked…" "Look, there's Mr. Owen's future wife! I wouldn't mind having a wife like her!" "She's beautiful." "Dude, are you trying to steal Mr. Owen's wife?"

Unaware of the buzz, Elyse walked with Jayden back to his office, having just toured the halls with several executives.

"Well, there you go," Jayden said. "Now everyone knows you're my better half. Like I promised, I'll make sure you feel safe and secure."

Elyse's face lit up, and she gently cupped his face, kissing him tenderly. "Thank you for giving me that security," she whispered. "But isn't this a bit extravagant?"

Jayden shook his head decisively. "Not even close. If anything, it's just the beginning."