?<strong>Chapter 1073:</strong>


    Elyse nodded in understanding before she spotted Garret searching the fridge for something to eat. She couldn’t resist asking, “Feeling hungry? How about I whip up something for you?”


    Garret nced over his shoulder. “Sure. And make it quick. I’m starving.”


    Elyse rolled up her sleeves and fetched the ingredients from the fridge. Meanwhile, Garret settled on the couch to attend to some work matters.


    He started off focused but was soon distracted by the tantalizing smell of cooking. His stomach grumbled, reminding him he hadn’t eaten all day.


    Rising from the couch, Garret approached the kitchen to find Elyse stirring arge serving of macaroni and cheese.


    “Why are you making so much?” he asked.


    “I thought you might like some extra,” Elyse responded, secretly hoping to have enough left for Jayden to enjoy a meal upon his return.


    As the aroma filled the room, Garret’s hunger intensified, and he hovered nearby, growing more impatient by the minute. Soon, Elyse handed Garret a heaping te of macaroni and cheese, which he ate eagerly, finishing in no time.


    He went back for seconds and then thirds, finally feeling content.


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    Once resettled on the couch, Garret’s mood visibly lightened, bing more amiable. “No wonder Owen thinks so highly of you. Your cooking is excellent,” he said sincerely.


    Elyse gave a wry smile in response, doubting Jayden had ever tasted her cooking.


    Looking at the leftovers, Elyse covered the pot and joined Garret in the living room. Noticing her gaze, Garret asked, “You have something to say?”


    Elyse responded with a serious tone, “I need to know, when will all this conflict end?”


    Garret stroked his chin thoughtfully. “Well, killing the leader is essential. As long as they’re alive, their forces will remain a threat, regardless of their numbers.”


    “And how long will that take?” Elyse pressed for an answer.


    Garret saw her determination and remarked, “You’re quite eager to marry Jayden, aren’t you?”


    Her heart skipped a beat. Those words echoed what Peyton had mentioned earlier.


    Garret continued, “These things take time. Wars aren’t won in just a few days. Patience is key here.”


    Elyse felt slightly disappointed, knowing that once a war began, it wouldn’t cease easily. She had taken a seat on the sofa, anxiously anticipating Jayden’s return. She remained there until she nearly dozed off, at which point Jayden finally arrived.


    She sprang to her feet and eximed, “You’re finally back!”


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