Chapter 887:

Buoyed by Charlie’s words, Aarya calmed down somewhat. She looked up at him, her resolve hardening. “And Dad, don’t forget Elyse. I want her to suffer more than she can imagine. I want to be the one to put her through hell.”

“Fine,” Charlie assured her, his voice filled with paternal love. “Everything will be as you wish. You mean the world to me. Once we settle this, I promise to find you someone truly worthy.”

“Thank you, Dad. He must be even more charming, gentler, and more caring than Jayden,” Aarya insisted firmly.

“I promise he will be. It’s morning now. How about joining me for breakfast?” Charlie proposed.

Assured by Charlie, Aarya’s distress dissolved. She nodded enthusiastically. “Okay. I’m really hungry; I’m going to eat plenty.”

At Jayden’s villa, Elyse entered the living room just as Jayden was speaking on the phone.

“Charlie, the fact that you found me so quickly shows you’re not completely without brains. But what does it matter if I manipulated you? In this complex game, I’ll be the only true winner. I don’t need to listen to you. I’m well aware of what’s happening. And your daughter? I have no feelings for her. It was all just a performance. If you couldn’t see that, then you’re as dull-witted as she is. Your flailing attempts are truly amusing. I look forward to seeing you try to confront me. Remember, I’m a player in this game too. The victory will be mine.”

Once the call ended, Jayden turned to find Elyse eyeing him intently. Raising an eyebrow, he inquired, “Caught every word, did you?”

Elyse snorted dismissively. “Does it even matter? I can pretend I didn’t hear anything.”

Jayden, noting the resolute look on her face, felt a warm affection swell inside him. “So, do you have questions, or…?”

“Questions?” Elyse paused, then pressed, “Did you and Charlie really have a falling out?”

He exhaled slowly. “Charlie and I were never truly partners, so there’s no ‘falling out’ to speak of.”

Taken aback, Elyse looked puzzled. “Then what was all this about? Wasn’t it just for the money?”

Jayden offered a sly smile. “It’s about money, but not the way you’re thinking.”

Elyse sneered. “What if I ask what’s going on? Are you planning on keeping me in the dark again?”

“Exactly. You’re as sharp as always. The time isn’t right, so I can’t say anything yet,” Jayden grinned slyly.

Ignoring him, Elyse turned and walked into the kitchen. She calmly sat down at the dining table and began eating her breakfast.

Jayden followed, asking, “Aren’t you curious about when it will all end?”

“It’s none of my business. I don’t care,” Elyse replied, her tone indifferent.