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    However, she also remembered Jayden insisting that Aarya had drugged him and that he had resisted her advances, insteading to her for relief. This left her even more confused.


    Seeing her uncertainty, Cody suggested, “There’s no rush to seek answers today. Life is long, and if you’re unsure now, you can decideter. Eventually, the truth wille out, right?”


    Elyse nodded and agreed to Cody’s proposal. Jayden felt a deep sense of gratitude towards Cody. He couldn’ty everything out at the moment, but he promised himself that once this was all over, he would offer Elyse a thorough exnation. He acknowledged Elyse’s hurt feelings and resolved to spend his life making amends.


    The conversation left some feeling joyful and others apprehensive. Jayden was filled with hope, while Edward was consumed with worry.


    Edward, who had revealed the truth about Jayden’s involvement with another woman, couldn’t fathom why Elyse would wait for Jayden’s side of the story. In his view, Jayden deserved to be out of her life. Frustrated and unable to speak, Edward merely clenched his teeth in silence.


    Meanwhile, Cody, unfazed by the petty gossip, introduced Elyse to his old friends, who were quickly impressed by her capabilities. Their admiration grew even more when they discovered she was Rickey’s daughter.


    During her conversations with them, Elyse eagerly learned about her father. Curious, she asionally asked questions, trying to uncover more details from the past. Through their words, she began to form a clearer picture of his nature.


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    She was thoroughly enjoying the lively discussions when suddenly, gunshots rang out in the banquet hall. Panic ensued immediately, and all the guests scrambled frantically to exit the hall.


    Unfortunately, they were unable to escape, as Aarya and a group of armed men had already surrounded the banquet hall.


    Aarya stood at the entrance, eyeing the frightened guests with a sinister grin. “I hear you’re celebrating the conclusion of the Swan Cup. The champion is Elyse Lloyd, right? Call her forward. I have some questions for her.”


    As soon as Elyse’s name was mentioned, some guests pleaded with her to step forward for their safety.


    Irving couldn’t contain his outrage. “Are you insane? Why should Elyse have to do this? You selfish bastards!”


    “They have weapons and arepletely armed. We’re all dead if Elyse doesn’t step forward,” one guest said, his voiceced with panic.


    Cody was resolute. “I’m not letting her sacrifice herself!”


    “If you still try to protect her, you’ll die too,” the guest threatened, turning his desperation toward Elyse. “Are you willing to see us all die because of you?”


    Elyse’s fists were tightly clenched. She couldn’t bear the thought of anyone dying because of her, but surrendering to Aarya was not an option either.


    “Alright, I’ll talk to her,” she dered, pausing briefly before making her decision.


    “No way! You can’t just go!” Cody and Irving protested in unison.


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