?<strong>Chapter 780:</strong>


    Observing her difort, Jayden held her even tighter. He was aware that she was troubled by Aarya being his girlfriend, but it made no difference to him. In his heart, Elyse had always been the only one.


    He kissed her ear and listened to her uneven breathing, which she struggled to contain. He whispered, “Just endure a bit longer. I’ll handle Aarya and ensure everything is resolved. You won’t be hurt again. You’ve always been the pure one for me.”


    As she sorted through the turmoil in her mind, Elyse understood Jayden’s cryptic remarks. With a shaky voice, she inquired, “Are you scheming something with the Hudson family? What are you plotting? Tell me now!”


    “I won’t tell you. I just enjoy seeing you upset,” Jayden said with a malevolent grin, pinching her waist.


    Elyse clenched her teeth, struggling to remainposed. “You just promised to share your thoughts with me. You’re lying.”


    Jayden pressed his lips against hers forcefully. As she struggled for air, he drew back and dered mischievously, “It’s up to me. You’ll get nothing by pressuring me.”


    Elyse cursed at him, “You monster! Ah!”


    With his teeth clenched, Jayden retorted, “How dare you insult me? You’re growing too bold.” He then thrust into her harshly, eliciting a cry of pain from her.


    The force of the impact left her voice broken and sporadic. Eventually, she pleaded, “Stop! I don’t want this!”


    “Whether you want it or not, I’ll do it anyway. Just bear it.” Upon seeing her tears, Jayden’s heart softened slightly.


    Eventually, Elyse passed out, cradled in his arms. After cleaning her up, Jayden held her close andy down with her on the bed.


    Noticing sweat still on her face, he tenderly wiped it away and kissed the tip of her nose. “You’re not the dirty one. I am.”


    He acknowledged his own shamelessness, desiring the sun he shouldn’t have while engulfed in darkness. It wasn’t enough for him to have the sun; he wanted to pull it into the abyss to shine solely for him.


    Jayden was aware of his selfish tendencies. He had considered letting Elyse go but ultimately realized he was incapable of doing so. He couldn’t bear the thought of losing her.


    As he gazed at her weary face, his heart softened, remembering her recent words. He embraced her closely and murmured, “When you realize how vile and despicable I am, you’ll be scared and want to leave. But how can I allow you to leave after everything that has happened? It was your decision. Stay with me forever.”


    When Elyse awoke, she found herself fully dressed, seated in a car, the soft hum of the engine beneath her. As she lifted her head, she was met with Jayden’s intense gaze, his eyes locked onto her with a mixture of unreadable emotions.


    It took her a moment to register the situation fully. She had been lying on hisp. Panic surged through her, and she tried to sit up, but Jayden’s hand was firm, pressing her back down.


    “What are you doing?” Elyse demanded, her voiceced with irritation as she struggled against his grip. “Let go of me right now.”


    Jayden’s hold tightened slightly, a dangerous glint sparking in his eyes. His voice was calm, but it carried an edge that made Elyse’s heart pound. “Behave, Elyse. Just lie quietly on myp.” As if anticipating her resistance, he added in a low, threatening tone, “If you don’t, I’ll turn this car around and keep you with me. From now on, you won’t leave my side.”


    Realizing she had little choice, Elyse fell silent, her defiance giving way to a tense stillness. After a few moments, her mind drifted to the clothes she was wearing, clothes she didn’t remember putting on. A wave of unease washed over her. “Did you… dress me?”


    Jayden lowered his head, a wicked smile ying on his lips. “Who else would have the right to dress you?”


    The words sent a chill through her. Elyse turned her head away, refusing to engage with him further, a bitter taste in her mouth.


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