?<strong>Chapter 460:</strong>


    “That’s enough,” Jayden dered. He deftly maneuvered his wheelchair and exited the ward.


    The ward door closed with a soft click, and Peyton turned to Elyse, his smile tinged with sadness. “He’s ming himself, though he might not look it.”


    “I should thank you as well. You saved his life,” Elyse said, her smile warm and appreciative.


    Peyton stretched leisurely, sping his hands behind his head. “Don’t just thank me with words. I saved his life!”


    “Of course, Mr. Savior,” Elyse responded with a light chuckle. Their conversation continued until Jayden returned with a doctor.


    The doctor conducted a quick examination and then left the room.


    Peyton waved dismissively at the couple, “You can go now. You’re interrupting.”


    “Interrupting what?” Elyse asked, curiosity piqued.


    “My nightly solo adventures,” Peyton replied, his grin enigmatic.


    Elyse instinctively stepped back, maintaining a cautious distance.


    Peyton eyed Jayden, one eyebrow arched. “But feel free to stay. I don’t mind sharing my evening.”


    “Let’s head home,” Jayden said to Elyse curtly, turning to leave without a second nce.


    Elyse quickly followed him out.


    Peyton called after them, “Bring some good food.”


    Once outside the ward, Elyse noted the relief in Jayden’s expression as they approached the elevator.


    When the elevator doors opened, Pearce was there waiting.


    “Did you get the medicine for your friend?” Elyse asked casually.


    Without responding, Pearce stepped forward and wrapped Elyse in a tight embrace.


    Elyse stood shocked, her body rigid, hands hovering in the air.


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    “I’ve finally found you!” Pearce eximed, his voice barely concealing his tremor.


    Angered, Jayden grabbed Pearce’s wrist, twisting forcefully.


    Quick to react, Pearce countered, freeing his wrist and gently pushing Elyse aside.


    The tension between Jayden and Pearce escted as they faced each other, equally determined.


    Confused and concerned, Elyse could not grasp why Pearce had hugged her so suddenly or why the atmosphere had soured so quickly.


    Pearce’s gaze grew icy as he slowly looked Jayden up and down.


    The paternity test had confirmed his rtionship to Elyse; she was the daughter of his uncle Rickey Owen Benson, who had disappeared years ago.


    With the recent suspicion of his uncle’s death, Pearce understood his responsibility to protect Rickey’s only daughter.


    This was the first moment Pearce truly considered Jayden, whom he had previously dismissed. After observing him closely, Pearce was convinced more than ever that Jayden was not the right match for his cousin.


    Pearce raised his eyes slowly. “Let me go.”


    Jayden responded with a cold, menacing smile. “You hugged my wife. I’m not about to let that slide.”


    Anger surged through Jayden.


    The thought of anyone getting close to Elyse was unbearable. He had underestimated Pearce. Perhaps Pearce had targeted Elyse from the start!


    His eyes darkened, a stormy, dangerous look taking over.


    Pearce watched Jayden with a sneer. Clearly, he thought, Jayden was unfit to be his cousin’s partner. He was acting like aplete lunatic.


    Unable to bear the escting tension, Elyse darted forward and positioned herself between them, “This is all a misunderstanding,” she said, her voice tinged with desperation. “You should go.”


    Her words were directed at Pearce.


    Pearce paused, at a loss for words. He had intended to whisk Elyse away, but clearly, this was not the moment. He realized he would need to exin everything to Elyse, but not with Jayden around.


    His expression softened, his eyes filled with affection as he looked at her.


    “Okay, see you next time.” With those words, Pearce stepped into the elevator and departed.


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