?<strong>Chapter 954:</strong>


    Had Mabel ever truly struggled? No. From a young age, she always got her way. Glenda cherished her like a precious gem, and even Lanny, who was fixated on wealth, never considered exploiting Mabel to increase his fortunes.


    Mabel’s devotion to love seemed so deep that she could speak such sweet words effortlessly. If Glenda could hear her now, she might turn in her grave.


    Mabel and Hyde were locked in an embrace, acting as if they were the only two people in existence, while Elyse and Geraldine appeared to be mere spectators in their drama.


    Watching them cling to each other, Elyse grew weary of the spectacle and shifted her attention to Geraldine. Geraldine’s expression mirrored her difort. At her limit, Elyse tapped on the table and said helplessly, “This room isn’t reserved just for you two. Please behave yourselves.”


    Hyde let go of Mabel and responded gracefully, “My apologies; I got a bit carried away. I hope you can forgive us.”


    Mabel, meanwhile, looked bashful and delighted, clearly savoring the recent embrace. Elyse offered her a forced smile.


    Now it was clear to her: Mabel was truly smitten and had brought her over just to unt her romance. Elyse realized she hadn’t given Mabel enough credit for her ability to create drama.


    “Have you said everything you wanted to? We have other ns, so we’re going to head out now,” Elyse stated, taking Geraldine by the hand as they moved toward the door.


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    Hyde, his cheeks tinged with red, stood up to block their path. “Hold on, don’t leave just yet. We should talk more. I’d like you to get to know me better.”


    Elyse was taken aback. “Why do I need to get to know you? You two should be getting to know each other, shouldn’t you?”


    Mabel interjected, “He just wants your blessing. Can’t you be a bit nicer? He hasn’t wronged you. Could you try to be more friendly?”


    Elyse was at a loss for words. She brushed past Hyde and said dismissively, “Fine. I give you my blessing. From now on, I admit he’s your Mr. Right. I won’t acknowledge anyone else.”


    With that, Elyse swiftly grabbed Geraldine, and they darted out of the private room as nimbly as eels, worried Hyde might try to stop them again.


    Once outside the café, Elyse exhaled a deep breath of relief. “Honestly, that whole romantic scene was revolting. I hope I never have to see them again.”


    Geraldine held her stomach, bursting intoughter.


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