Chapter 951:

Geraldine tugged Elyse’s sleeve, looking unsure. “Is your cousin completely smitten, or what?” Elyse hesitated before reluctantly admitting, “It’s starting to seem that way.” Geraldine laughed lightly. “Then shouldn’t you meet this boyfriend of hers to see for yourself?” Before Elyse could respond, Mabel interjected, “Right! As my cousin, it’s only fair you check him out for me.” Elyse felt no inclination to assist Mabel. Normally, siblings vetting a partner implied mutual care. However, their strongest connection was mutual disdain. Struggling to articulate their complicated history to Geraldine, Elyse grimly consented. “Alright, I’ll meet him.” Mabel, visibly elated, believed her actions would please Hyde. She was convinced he would appreciate her efforts. Worried Elyse might retract her agreement, Mabel hurriedly led her toward the café, Geraldine tagging along. Upon reaching the designated private room and finding Hyde absent, Mabel’s face fell. Elyse looked around dismissively and scoffed, “Where is he? Has he left already? Are you even sure he’s into you?” “Don’t test my patience, Elyse!” Mabel retorted, reaching for her phone to text Hyde. Just then, Hyde approached, beaming and holding some bread. “What’s keeping you all at the door? Why didn’t you come in?” Mabel let out a relieved sigh and playfully asked, “Honey, where did you disappear to? I couldn’t find you.” Hyde approached with a smile. “I got a bit hungry waiting for you and decided to buy some bread. Let’s all enjoy a snack together.” Mabel eyed the bread and said to Elyse with a hint of jealousy, “You’re really fortunate. On your first meeting with my boyfriend, you get to enjoy the bread he specifically picked out.” Elyse folded her arms, her expression turning pensive. She realized how deeply Mabel had fallen for this man. Over just a few loaves of bread, Mabel’s jealousy had surfaced. Considering the opulence Elyse had known, it puzzled her how Mabel could seem so shallow. Hyde responded with a resigned tone, “It’s only bread. What’s so fortunate about that? From here on out, I’ll get you whatever you want. Don’t be petty; show some kindness to your cousin.” Mabel silently scoffed, thinking Elyse didn’t warrant such kindness. She frowned and urged, “Don’t just stand there like fools. Come in. My boyfriend’s hosting, so don’t feel out of place.” . . .noveldrama