Chapter 924:

Worried Jayden might react badly and prevent her from joining the tour, Elyse forcefully asserted, “I’ll be furious if you try to stop me.”

Jayden’s expression soured at the mention of Edward. “They’re announcing it in two days? Let’s wait for the official announcement then.”

Noticing Elyse’s frustration, he quickly added, “I’m not trying to keep you from going. I just don’t want you to be misled. Let’s wait for the official announcement.”

“Fine,” Elyse responded, her lips pursing as she walked back to her room.

Watching her go, Jayden muttered, “Edward’s really making his move, isn’t he?”

Two days later, the official notification arrived as expected. Elyse was overjoyed, laughing and clutching her phone. Jayden, noticing her enthusiasm, consented to her participation in the tour.

“The rehearsal starts this afternoon. I need to get ready,” Elyse declared, heading back to her room to pack.

Jayden furrowed his brow, regretting his quick agreement as he’d forgotten about the rehearsal. Nonetheless, Elyse, focused solely on participating, was set on attending, undeterred by any potential obstacles. Sensing her anticipation, Jayden cautioned her, “Elyse, I won’t be able to be with you at all times during the rehearsal.”

Elyse reassured him, “I won’t be alone. Gavin will be there too.”

“Alright. Just take care of yourself. I’ll pick you up,” Jayden responded.

A wave of nostalgia washed over Elyse as she remembered Jayden picking her up after work. She quickly dismissed these thoughts. They were divorced now, and dwelling on the past would only deceive herself.

At the rehearsal, Elyse joined Edward and the others. Geraldine approached, exclaiming excitedly, “I thought we’d never see each other again! It’s incredible that we get to perform together!”

“It’s an honor to perform with all of you,” Elyse replied, equally excited.

Darren joined them, exhaling in relief. “Luckily, I hadn’t gone home yet; I wanted to visit. Otherwise, I’d have had to fly back.”

When Jayden arrived, he found Elyse happily engaged in conversation with her friends. Unfamiliar with the musical topics, he couldn’t join their discussion. He leaned against the doorframe, watching Elyse quietly.

Darren noticed him and nudged Elyse. “Your husband is watching you.”

Elyse turned and met Jayden’s intense gaze. Her heart skipped a beat. She walked over to him and asked with concern, “Aren’t you supposed to be busy? When are you leaving?” . . .