?<strong>Chapter 1067:</strong>


    He sighed, noting the pain in Elyse’s eyes. “I understand if my methods seem iprehensible to you.


    As long as they kept you safe, the reason didn’t matter. I offered a bounty of eight million dors for your safe capture, ensuring no one would dare harm you. This hefty sum was a deterrent against recklessness, giving the illusion of danger while actually providing you the utmost security. This was my way of protecting you when I couldn’t be there.”


    Elyse, struggling to articte her feelings, remained silent for a moment before speaking. “I’m feeling worn out. I need a shower, something to eat, and then I’m going to bed.”


    “Alright. I’ll show you to my room,” Jayden agreed.


    Frowning, Elyse questioned, “Isn’t there a room just for me?”


    Jayden exined, “We’re not at my ce; this is one of Garret’s properties. Many areas here are restricted. Given the ongoing crisis, it’s safer to stick together.”


    Speechless, Elyse found her thoughts in even greater turmoil.


    “It’s really annoying to share a room with you,” sheined.


    Jayden exhaled deeply. “Things are just this way for now. If we were at my ce, I’d set things up differently. Just bear with it. Once everything settles, I’ll make it right.”


    “You always tell me to just deal with it and wait it out. I’m sick of it,” Elyse retorted sharply, her frustration evident. “Where’s the shower? I need that shower!”


    “I’ll show you the way,” Jayden responded, leading her upstairs.


    Once they reached the room, Jayden opened the bathroom door. “Go ahead and shower. I’ll find some fresh clothes for you.”


    As Elyse closed the door behind her, she missed the fleeting, sly look that crossed Jayden’s face.


    Under the warm spray of the shower, Elyse felt her emotions swirling. The events of the past weighed heavily on her, and although she wanted to cry, no tears came. She simply stood there, numbed by the stream.


    After showering and changing into fresh clothes, Elyse found a bowl of m chowder waiting for her on the table.


    “This m chowder…” Elyse began, taken aback.


    “I made it myself in the kitchen,” Jayden revealed.


    Surprised, Elyse realized she had never known Jayden to cook. This was a first in all the time she had known him. She took a spoonful, and the taste pleasantly surprised her, enhancing her appetite.


    “It’s delicious, isn’t it? If you enjoy it, I could cook for you daily,” Jayden proposed.


    Elyse frowned upon hearing phrases like “daily.” She was all too familiar with such promises—beautiful yet empty. She had be immune to his often unfulfilled promises.


    Jayden observed quietly as she ate. Once finished, he suggested, “Now you should rest. Garret will be back tonight, and you’ll have a chance to meet him then.”


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