Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 213 I Care About You

Jayden addressed the elderly woman with a question, "You previously mentioned Rickey Owen and Janet Lawrence; however, I couldn't locate them. Is there any additional information you can provide to help me narrow down my search?"

Upon hearing Jayden's inquiry, the old lady regarded him with a vigilant gaze, clutching Elyse even tighter to her side.

She exhibited profound apprehension, fearing Jayden's intentions of separating her from Elyse. Elyse looked painful. The old lady held her too tightly!

Jayden attempted to persuade the old lady by highlighting Elyse's long-standing sorrow. "Elyse has endured considerable sadness over the years. Although she now has parents, their treatment of her has been less than ideal. Sometimes, I even doubt if Elyse truly belongs with them as their daughter."

He gently coaxed the old lady, saying, "Madam, surely you don't wish to cause Elyse further sadness, do you?"

The old lady's initial vigilance gradually dissolved. Embracing Elyse tightly once more, she

conceded, "Take her away. Those who brought her here are not good people. Her true parents are kind individuals!"

Elyse found herself perplexed, convinced that the old lady's mental affliction had resurfaced. However, Jayden held a differing perspective.

The old lady seemed to possess crucial information, yet her struggles with a mental illness hindered her ability to articulate it clearly.

"Madam, what's your name?" Jayden asked.

Since Jayden couldn't find any clues elsewhere, he decided to start by < probing the old lady for

information.

"My name?" The old lady's demeanor suddenly shifted, her gaze wandering into emptiness. "My name... i

She faltered, unable to recall it.

After realizing that the old lady couldn't remember her name, Jayden decided not to push her further. Instead, he engaged her in a different conversation to distract her.

As Elyse interacted with the old lady, she eventually prepared to leave, but the old lady unexpectedly stopped her.

With a sudden burst of grandmotherly affection, she remarked, "You've grown up and can't wear little socks anymore. I'll make big socks for you. You're not a girl without anyone's care. I care about you."

Elyse was taken aback at first, but her face soon lit up with a happy smile. "Thank you. It means a lot to have someone like you who cares about me."

Observing the exchange, Jayden realized it was time to depart and escorted Elyse out of the

room.

Once outside, he glanced at Elyse's profile and inquired, "What are your thoughts on her words?"

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Elyse furrowed her brow in contemplation. "It seems she may have been confused again. From what she said, it sounds like I had a tough life. But in reality, I've always lived with my parents. Though they may favor my younger sister, I've led a relatively normal life."

Jayden disregarded her words and redirected the conversation, asking.< "Are you still upset?" Are

you blaming me for not pleasing you yesterday and for leaving early?"

Elyse was taken aback by Jayden's assumption. She took a moment to compose herself before responding, her tone tinged with dissatisfaction, "Why would you think I'm upset about that?"

"So, you're upset because I answered a woman's call and left?"

Jayden reflected on their previous encounter with Judy and explained, "The caller yesterday was Corrie Bates. I had no choice but to leave to assist her."

Elyse scoffed. "What do you mean you had no choice?"

Despite their intimacy at the time, Jayden still left her behind.

Observing her reddened eyes, Jayden sighed. "Please don't be upset. I didn't do anything to betray you."

After a brief silence, she ventured, "You don't want to tell me the reason, do you?"

Jayden furrowed his brow, remaining silent.o

Disappointment flickered across her eyes. "I understand."

Jayden was puzzled. "What are you thinking?"

Elyse gazed at Jayden, her emotions mixed.

That was the impression Jayden left on her-he seemed to keep her at a distance, preventing her from getting close to his heart.

Despite their physical intimacy, they had never truly opened up to each other.

She had hoped things might change over time. Yet, she hadn't anticipated...

Jayden struggled to grasp Elyse's feelings. He had previously relied on her forgiveness, but now it seemed inadequate to appease her.

It was evident that Elyse was in a foul mood.

Jayden felt a twinge of irritation and impatience. "Why are you upset? I wasn't with anyone else. I left because I had no other option."

Elyse replied, "Fine. I didn't say anything. Let's just go home. I'm feeling a bit tired."

Seeing her demeanor soften, Jayden assumed everything was fine and escorted her out of the nursing home.

Unbeknownst to them, Lanny emerged from a corner shortly after they departed, casting an unfriendly glance.

"Why were they at the nursing home? Could they be visiting an elderly member of the Owen family?"However, Lanny had previously searched the nursing home and found no trace Jayden's relatives there.