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    Matias lowered his head, thought for a moment, and agreed. “Alright then.”


    The three of them made their way to Alexander’s house together.


    Jeffry showed no particr reaction when he saw Elyse.


    Elyse met Jeffry’s gaze and felt an inexplicable surge of unease and apprehension wash over her. This was their first encounter since their falling out, when he had issued that stern warning to her.


    “Jeffry, Louis, you don’t mind if Javier and I join you, do you?” Elyse asked.


    Jeffry showed no interest in replying to Elyse. His expression remained unreadable, and his silence was a deliberate dismissal of her. Elyse’s face tensed. She hadn’t expected him to ignore her so openly, especially with others around.


    Louis spoke up, his tone casual. “You got here on your own, so no one’s going to chase you away.”


    Realizing she couldn’t trick them easily, Elyse quickly changed tactics. She moved closer, linking arms with Evelyn as she spoke in a friendly tone. “You must be Evelyn. Matias has mentioned you before. I heard you’ve been receiving full schrships from Harrington University every year and even served as a student representative. That’s truly impressive!”


    Evelyn smiled. Finally, someone who knew how to hold a conversation. She responded politely, “That’s nothingpared to Jeffry. Hispany has secured numerous patents. Even back at Harrington University, I had heard about his achievements.”


    Elyse instantly grasped the situation. Jeffry? So that was Evelyn’s target.


    Both Jeffry and Wesley were the most sought-after bachelors among the’s elite. It was no surprise that Evelyn had taken an interest in Jeffry.


    Although Louis was undeniably attractive, his career in the entertainment industry meant that Jeffry, who was set to inherit the family business, held greater appeal. Between the two, Jeffry was the better option.


    Elyse said with a knowing smile, “Jeffry is remarkable, and so are you. Since he also studied overseas, I’m sure you two will have plenty to talk about.” Her words were a clear attempt to push Evelyn and Jeffry closer together.


    Elena watched as Elyse and Evelyn stood side by side, appearing like old friends. To an outsider, it would seem as though they had known each other for years. Who would have thought they had just met? After being thrown out earlier, Elyse had kept a low profile, leading Elena to assume Elyse had finally learned her lesson. But now, Elena realized she had given Elyse too much credit.


    A sudden chuckle broke the silence.


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    Elyse’s smile faltered, while Evelyn looked puzzled.


    Louis had been working hard to stifle hisughter. Yet, he couldn’t hold it back any longer just now. “I’m sorry, I just couldn’t help it. This is too much. Jeffry, since when do you let others decide things for you?” His remark was a direct jab at Elyse.


    Elyse had barely finished implying that Jeffry and Evelyn were a good match when Louis openly ridiculed her attempt to orchestrate things.


    Jeffry’s brows knitted slightly as he nced at Louis.


    Louis’ smile gradually faded.


    Jeffry’s tone was cool. “If you’re tired from walking, we should head back.”


    Evelyn, eager to prolong their time together, quickly interjected, “I’m fine. Let’s walk a little more—”


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