Chapter 957:

In fact, Elyse found herself hoping Fiona and Quinn were indeed an item. It made Fiona seem more stable, a welcome change.

Elyse began her rehearsal, fully immersed in the music. During a break, she visited the restroom and, while washing her hands, noticed Fiona enter.

Playing with a lock of her hair, Fiona flashed a flirty smile and asked, “How do you think Jayden will react when he learns I’m with someone else?”

Elyse considered the question odd but responded truthfully, “If he’s in a good mood, he’ll probably wish you happiness.”

Fiona’s face registered a hint of disappointment, but she quickly composed herself and probed further, “Don’t you wonder why I’m with Quinn?”

Elyse dried her hands, replying with disinterest, “It doesn’t concern me, as long as it doesn’t disrupt our practice.”

Fiona’s smile faded, replaced by irritation. “Elyse, I really despise your condescending attitude. I can’t fathom what Jayden finds appealing about you.”

Elyse met Fiona’s glare coolly, responding sharply, “If you’re involved with someone, you shouldn’t keep mentioning other men. It casts doubt on your intentions.”

With that, Elyse turned and left the restroom, eager to avoid another moment with Fiona. Just a few paces away, her phone chimed.

She glanced at her screen and saw a message from Jayden. Recently, he had been leaving early and returning late, often out of sight. Elyse had grown accustomed to his absence, but this message caught her off guard. It read: “From today onwards, Edward will protect you.”

Elyse was taken aback. What did Jayden mean by that? Why would he suddenly assign Edward to protect her?

Hurrying back to the rehearsal space, she found Edward seated in a corner, absorbed in his phone. She approached him quickly and asked, “Edward, did you receive a message from Jayden as well?”

Edward looked up and showed her his conversation with Jayden. “I understand. From this point forward, I’ll be guarding you. Whether Jayden manages to stay safe is another matter.”

A surge of worry flooded Elyse as she asked urgently, “What’s going on with Jayden? Who is after him? Does he have many adversaries?”

Edward rose, trying to soothe her. In a steady voice, he stated, “Don’t worry. I’m merely suggesting it’s a possibility. He’s likely to pull through.”

After a brief pause, he added cautiously, “Moreover, if he doesn’t make it, wouldn’t that be beneficial for you? He wouldn’t be around to trouble you anymore, causing you all that distress.”