?<strong>Chapter 569:</strong>


    The following afternoon, Elyse and Jayden arrived at the hospital as nned. Upon entering the lobby, they were greeted by Fiona, who had already arrived and was waiting for them.


    For the first time, Elyse refrained from initiating a greeting. Instead, she stood silently beside Jayden, her eyes fixed on Fiona.


    Fiona’s face showed her embarrassment. She had assumed Elyse would overlook yesterday’s incident, but it was quite clear that was not the case. Nevertheless, Fiona understood the need to maintain a facade of concern to get what she wanted.


    Approaching them, Fiona asked, “Elyse, are you feeling alright? I came here specifically to keep youpany today.”


    Elyse turned away calmly. “I’ve already made it clear I don’t need yourpany. My husband is here with me.”


    Jayden, who had been absorbed in his phone, looked up at Elyse’s words. He nced at her and asked softly, “Are you upset?”


    Elyse responded quietly, “We had a spat yesterday.”


    Jayden nodded understandingly, not asking any more questions. He respected Elyse’s privacy and didn’t want to meddle in her affairs.


    Fiona observed Jayden intently before attempting to insert herself between them, appearing as if she was close to Elyse. She interjected softly, “Please don’t harbor any more anger. I know I was in the wrong. Let me apany you.”


    Before Elyse could utter a word, Jayden stepped aside abruptly, his expression hardening as his eyes narrowed at Fiona. “Are you blind? There’s ample space, yet you squeezed yourself in between us.”


    With that, he moved protectively around Elyse, his arm draped over her shoulders. “If anything happens to Elyse because of your action, I won’t hesitate to ruin your life, regardless of who you think you are.”


    Fiona’s initial shock at Jayden’s harsh words quickly turned to wounded pride. It was evident to her that Jayden’s focus was solely on Elyse.


    Meanwhile, Elyse felt a knot of unease tightening in her chest, as if expecting something odd to happen.


    Her difort did not escape Jayden’s notice. He gently sped her shoulders, his voice filled with concern. “What’s troubling you, Elyse? Are you feeling unwell?”


    Elyse shook her head slightly. “I just suddenly feel uneasy.”


    Jayden’s gaze shifted to Fiona, his tone impatient. “She feels unwell the moment you show up. What a jinx!”


    Fiona felt deeply wounded. She turned her gaze from Jayden to Elyse, a storm brewing inside her. Was Elyse pretending to be all vulnerable to have Jayden’s attention on her?


    Feeling hurt, she answered, “I did nothing. How could you use me like this?”


    Jayden’s words cut like a knife. “You shouldn’t havee here. My wife wouldn’t feel any difort if you hadn’t.”


    Normally, Elyse would have intervened, but now she felt unusually indisposed and wanted to distance herself from Fiona.


    She remained absolutely silent, which was quite uncharacteristic of her.


    Seeing Elyse’sck of defense, Fiona’s resentment intensified. Elyse appeared intent on driving her away to keep Jayden for herself. What a bitch!


    Fiona weighed her options but couldn’t bring herself to voice her anger. She did not want to lose herposure before Jayden.


    After all, if he formed a negative impression of her, her chances of marrying him would be ruined.


    Clutching her chest, Elyse whispered barely audibly, “Let’s go for my checkup. I want to go home early.”


    Jayden nodded in agreement, ignoring Fiona. “Okay, whatever you want.”


    With that, he guided Elyse toward the elevators.


    In those short steps, Jayden’s attention waspletely on Elyse. It was clear how devoted he was toward her.


    Fiona’s heart ached with envy as she watched Jayden tenderly care for Elyse. She couldn’t understand why such a remarkable man had chosen Elyse, an ordinary woman.


    Despite her searing jealousy, Fiona concealed any flicker of emotion. She dreaded exposing her true feelings, yet deep down, she longed for Jayden. In her mind, Fiona believed her love for Jayden burned as brightly as Elyse’s, if not more so.


    With aposed expression, Fiona followed them discreetly, hoping that staying nearby might create an opportunity for a private moment with Jayden.


    Unaware of Fiona’s presence, Elyse massaged her temples, feeling a creeping unease as if an unseen threat lurked nearby. She focused onpleting her checkup, trying to calm her anxiety.


    Once she was done, they headed towards the elevator, ready to meet her obstetrician. As they stepped inside, they were surprised to see Brook waiting for them.


    Brook’s face lit up with surprise as he greeted them, “Hey, what brings you two to the hospital?”


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