?<strong>Chapter 270:</strong>


    Observing Aylin’s shameless demeanor, Elyse realized she had no intention of assisting her. Aylin’s priority was to facilitate Mabel’s song releases, aligning with thepany’s interests. Irritated by Aylin’s demeanor, Elyse remarked, “The thief should bear the consequences. Do you expect me to shoulder the losses? Do you think I’m a stupid pushover?”


    A flicker of annoyance shed across Aylin’s expression. Unable to battle Elyse in a game of wits, she replied, “I must report this to the higher-ups. I can’t make decisions independently.”


    Elyse’s anger simmered slightly at this admission. “I await your favorable response. After all, you wouldn’t want me to expose this scandal, tarnishing yourpany’s reputation, would you?”


    Aylin managed a strained smile. “Of course not.” Without epting the water offered by Aylin, Elyse departed.


    Now that she was left alone, Aylin dialed Mabel’s number. Despite her years in the industry, it was her first time being duped by someone so young. After several attempts, Mabel finally answered, clearly agitated. “Aylin, do you realize I’m in the middle of filming? Why are you calling me repeatedly?”


    With a sneer, Aylin confronted her. “Your sister confronted me at the office. When you presented the songs to me, you imed your sister gifted them to you and allowed you to im credit. How dare you deceive me?”


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    Mabel remainedposed, offering reassurance and advising Aylin not to fret. Fuming, Aylin pounded the table, shouting, “How can I not be anxious? Do youprehend the extent of damage this revtion could cause thepany? Are you prepared to ept responsibility?”


    Mabel remained unperturbed. “Elysecks evidence, Aylin. Don’t be so worried about it.”


    What followed was one of pure anger from Aylin. Mabel’s smile was unsettling as she remarked, “I mean, Elysecks evidence to prove ownership of thepositions or that I stole them, Aylin. There’s no need to be so anxious.”


    Taking a moment to collect herself, Aylin responded, “So Elyse has no leverage?”


    “Yes, I can ask my parents to vouch for me. Besides, those three songs couldn’t possibly be Elyse’s creations,” Mabel hastily added. “Aylin, there’s no need to be so anxious.”


    Upon Elyse’s return home, she anticipated a swift response from Mabel’s agency. However, days passed without any news. Eventually, she learned that Mabel’s poprity skyrocketed, with the album poised to receive a prestigious award.


    Suppressing her frustration, Elyse dialed Aylin’s number. To her surprise, Aylin’s attitude had changed, stating that Elyse was free to take legal action if she desired.


    Jayden entered the room at that moment, overhearing the conversation. When Elyse ended the call, he inquired casually, “What’s going on?”


    Elyse hesitated, contemting whether to confide in him. Noticing her inner struggle, Jaydenmented, “We may be at odds, but we’re not divorced. If you’re facing difficulties, you should share them with me.”


    Elyse’s resolve wavered, her emotions finally overwhelming her. Amid their recent cold war, neither had yielded an inch.


    Jayden retrieved the coat from beside the bed, his tone carrying an air of warning as he spoke. “Declining my assistance when you’re in trouble will only exacerbate our issues.”


    Confusion clouded her thoughts. Had she inadvertently worsened their situation?


    Feeling the weight of Jayden’s stern expression, she hastened to recount the entire ordeal.


    Upon hearing her exnation, Jayden pulled her into an embrace. Despite the warmth of her body against his, he suppressed his impulses, stating, “You handled it poorly.”


    Perturbed, Elyse questioned, “Why do you say that?”


    Jayden exined, “You turned to Mabel’s agency in hopes of resolution, but Mabel and the agency are intertwined. If there’s a conflict, they’ll protect Mabel at your expense.”


    Realization dawned on Elyse. It was true that her actions had been rash. She bit her lip and asked, “Then where should I have turned?”


    “You should havee to me immediately,” Jayden responded, draping his coat over her legs.


    Then, much to her surprise, he slid his hand between her legs, touching a sensitive spot he had long desired during their recent estrangement.


    Shaken, Elyse protested, “What are you doing? Let go of me.”


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