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Understanding, Elyse nodded and said, “I get that you're excited, but try to tone it down a bit. I'm not going to
think about anything romantic until after the competition. Let's talk about it then, alright?”
Edward nodded in agreement and replied, “That's fair. The competition is the focus, and afterward, we'll discuss
the idea of dating.”
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Shaking her head, Elyse quickly said, “No rush. | just mentioned that | would consider the possibility between
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“Fine,” Edward conceded.
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However, as his excitement faded, a new worry arose within him. He was determined to win first place in the
Swan Cup, but if he did, Elyse wouldn’t be able to, and that would inevitably disappoint her, potentially ruining
his chances of being with her. On the other hand, if he let her win, he would be left unsatisfied.
Realizing the weight of the situation, Edward knew sleep would evade him that night.
Elyse set out early the next morning, violin case in hand, for a practice session in the park. By midday, she took
a break and walked to a nearby restaurant for lunch.
Just as she settled in to order, Aarya showed up in front of her. Elyse immediately noticed the hickeys scattered
across her neck—a clear sign of a fervent evening. Elyse turned her gaze away, determined not to look at Aarya
again, though Aarya seemed intent on keeping her attention.
“What a coincidence to see you here,” Aarya remarked, placing her purse on an adjacent chair and sitting
opposite Elyse.
As Aarya fiddled with her hair, more hickeys becvisible. Looking away, Elyse said tersely, “Don’t sit across
from me. We aren't friends.”
Aarya responded with a sneer. “What's the matter? I'm merely greeting you. Why the hostility?” Elyse’s
expression soured further.
Aarya cocked her head, musing aloud, “Is it because of the tI nearly drowned you? Or when | left you
freezing outside? Or perhaps...” She paused, leaning forward with a wicked grin. “Is it because | was with your
former husband?”
Elyse snapped at Aarya’s unreasonable behavior. “What do you really want? Are you so eager to parade yourself
in front of me?”
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Aarya’s delight grew with Elyse’s visible frustration. So what if Elyse had once been married to Jayden? Now
Elyse was expected to be jealous and resentful towards her. Aarya had intentionally cto stir trouble,
enjoying every moment of Elyse’s anger.
Laughing heartily, Aarya exclaimed, “Your ex-husband, now my boyfriend, is a beast in bed. Despite my protests,
he continues unabated. He even tellsto be more submissive.”
With one hand propped under her chin, Aarya spoke in a tone laced with feigned curiosity. “Why do you think he
is untamed now? Could it be that he prefers my company because he findsmore agreeable?”
Elyse, struggling to keep her composure, responded coolly, “Your intimate details don’t interest me. If you're so
inclined to share, why not broadcast it online for everyone to see?”
Aarya dismissed the idea with a wave of her hand. “That wouldn't suit him. He's too reserved. He's never around
when morning comes.”