Chapter 884:

Jayden, a tall man, remained seated, avoiding her gaze, and whispered timidly, “I was concerned about your hand.” Elyse sneered, “If you hadn’t angered me, would I be this mad?” Jayden was silent. Her frustration growing, she lashed out with a kick, exclaiming, “I’ve said so much, yet you remain silent! It seems you’ll never be honest. Maybe you’ll keep your secrets forever!” Jayden quietly responded, “I’ll explain everything later.” “Later! Later!” Elyse gritted her teeth with each repetition, her anger unabated. “Why are you still sitting here? I need to rest. Staying any longer with you might kill me from frustration!” she declared vehemently. Elyse’s fury erupted. Jayden promptly signaled the driver outside to start driving. The driver, aware that Jayden often had playful plans in the car, had been waiting nearby. He hadn’t anticipated a quick summons. Something must have gone wrong? The driver looked back in confusion, but Elyse immediately reprimanded him. “Why are you staring? Keep your eyes on the road! If we’re not back in ten minutes, both you and Jayden are out of this car!” Realizing the severity of the situation, the driver quickly focused on the road, pondering Jayden’s significant troubles with Elyse this time. Sensing the tension, the driver hurried to their destination. gαℓησν𝒆𝓁s․çоm, where stories thrive Once out of the car, Elyse wrapped her arms around herself and marched into the house, Jayden trailing close behind. They arrived at her bedroom door, where Elyse spun around to face Jayden, who had kept up with her. She raised an eyebrow and challenged him, “We’re both single now. Do you really think it’s a good idea to come in?” Persistent, Jayden responded with a sly grin, “There’s plenty of room. Your bed could fit five people.” Elyse scoffed, “I’m not sharing a bed with you. You’ll have to sleep alone.” Undeterred, Jayden proposed a compromise. “What if I sleep on the floor? I just need to stay nearby to keep you safe.” Elyse rolled her eyes. Letting Jayden into her room seemed the riskiest option. Did he really think she was oblivious to his intentions? Without another word, she slipped into her room and swiftly locked the door. noveldrama Outside, Jayden lingered by the shut door, feeling aggrieved. He had thought Elyse might appreciate his offer to look after her. Later, after freshening up, Elyse’s stomach rumbled, reminding her she’d barely eaten at the banquet. She unlocked her door and headed for the kitchen. No sooner had she opened the door than she stepped on something unexpectedly soft. A muffled yelp of pain erupted from below. Shocked, she looked down to see Jayden lying on the floor at her doorstep. . . .