Chapter 740:

When Jayden noticed Elyse’s tears, his voice softened. “Why are you crying? You’re the one who divorced me. I don’t even have anyone to cry to.”

Elyse couldn’t stand to listen anymore. She shoved Jayden forcefully, but he didn’t move. Instead, he pulled her into his embrace, holding her firmly, making it impossible for her to pull away. He lowered his head and inhaled deeply, relishing the scent he had missed day and night. Then he asked, “Have you gained weight?”

That comment struck a nerve. Sniffling, Elyse retorted, “That’s none of your business.”

“None of my business?” Jayden’s expression darkened. “Did you come here to meet that pianist? Do you like him?”

Elyse was confused. She looked at him, perplexed, and asked, “Who?”

“I don’t care who he is. I just want you to stay away from other men. After all, you once carried my child.” Jayden pointedly touched Elyse’s lower abdomen.

Alarmed by his intense gaze, she blurted out, “Are you insane? We’re divorced, and you have a girlfriend. What am I to you?”

“I can have you whenever I want. What do you think you are to me?” Jayden snapped back. “If you want to be my lover, I’ll come see you every night.”

With that, he kissed her abruptly, taking her breath away, forcing her to lean against him until he finally let go. But Elyse was far from appeased. First, Aarya had provoked her, and now Jayden was overpowering her. She felt like an unwanted third party in their relationship. Reflecting on this, she touched her lips, feeling mistreated. “How could you kiss me? I won’t kiss a man who has a girlfriend. Jayden, why are you always so harsh to me? You’ve never been gentle.”

Jayden licked his lips, feeling a release from pent-up emotions. Seeing Elyse’s tears, he felt a strong impulse. If Aarya hadn’t been waiting outside, he might have taken things further in the restroom. He gently stroked Elyse’s cheek and said, “Who says I’m not gentle? In bed, I always make sure you’re comfortable.”

Elyse was outraged. She shoved him forcefully. “Get away from me! Stop blocking my view. I can’t stand to look at you.”

Jayden glanced at his watch and realized it was time to leave. If he lingered, Aarya might interrupt them. Aarya had been suspicious, and he had just calmed her concerns. He didn’t want to ruin that progress. Putting away his phone, he said to Elyse, “Stay away from other men. Remember who you belong to.”

“I belong to no one. I am my own person. You can’t claim me,” Elyse snapped back.

Jayden just nodded, seemingly unaffected. “I’ll see you again.”

Disgusted, Elyse spat on the ground. “Act your age. You have a girlfriend. Don’t come looking for me.”

Jayden burst out laughing. “I can’t help it. I still have feelings for you. Whether you marry me or not, I’ll keep seeing you.”

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