Bound Hearts: My Vows to My Disabled Spouse

Chapter 121 Family Discord

Jayden followed Elyse's gaze and noticed a picture, seemingly captured in secret. Judging by Joanna's attire, it appeared to be taken on Enzo's birthday.

Exchanging a knowing glance, Jayden and Elyse made their way to the living room.

Tess's attention was solely fixed on Bryce, her hand firmly grasping his as she inquired with concern, "Sweetie, what troubles you? Why this sudden bout of emotions?"

Andrew echoed Joanna's sentiments, his voice filled with conviction. "That's right. Tell Dad and Mom. We'll help you through this."

Despite their prodding, Bryce remained silent, casting occasional glances towards Jayden. Sensing his gaze, Jayden quipped, "Why are you looking at me? Am I the cause of your distress?" Tess's brow furrowed in confusion. "What's amiss? Has Jayden upset you?"

Bryce's demeanor shifted, his gaze turning fierce as he angrily declared, "I want him gone. I never want to see him again. Get rid of him!"

Tess and Andrew were bewildered, unable to comprehend Bryce's sudden animosity towards Jayden.

However, they respected his feelings, understanding there must be a reason behind them.

Thus, Tess resolved to send Jayden away. "Did you hear him? My baby boy doesn't want you here.

It's best you and your wife leave immediately. Don't return."

Bryce's voice thundered with determination, his declaration echoing through the room, "Forever! I

never want to see you again!"

"It's your call. Forever!" Tess affirmed, her demeanor turning icy towards Jayden in an

instant.

"Please leave promptly. We wouldn't want my boy to be distressed further."

While Jayden remained silent, Elyse could no longer contain her frustration. Rising to her feet, she exclaimed, "Have you lost your senses? How could you treat Jayden this way? You summoned him when you needed him, only to push him away the moment you deemed him unnecessary. You forced him to come! Now you're driving him away because of one sentence from Bryce. Yes, Bryce is your beloved son. But isn't Jayden your son too?"

Elyse's anger surged, her eyes ablaze with intensity as she spoke.

She asked Tess, "Is it because Jayden is in a wheelchair that you believe he's unworthy of your love, or even of being your son?"

Tess's countenance darkened with fury. How dare Elyse admonish her?

"Elyse Lloyd," she snapped, "you are my daughter-in-law. You will heed my words, regardless of

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your opinions!"

But Elyse stood her ground, her voice firm. "Were you present when Jayden and I exchanged

vows? I am his wife, recognized or not. My authority over him surpasses yours."

Tess seethed with anger, clutching her chest as she struggled to breathe. Seeing her distress, Bryce hurried to her side, his expression fierce. "You've hurt my mother," he growled. "and for that, I'll make < you pay!"

But before he could act, Jayden intervened, his grip halting Bryce in his tracks.

"And whom do you intend to harm?" Jayden's tone was icy.

Bryce froze, realizing Jayden didn't regard him as a brother, but rather as an adversary.

Jayden's commanding presence still held sway. In his absence, all was calm; but with his return, Bryce trembled, fearing Jayden's wrath.

"You're my brother. You can't treat me like this," Bryce murmured, his voice feeble with remorse. Jayden managed a strained smile. "And now you remember our bond. But whom were you shouting at moments ago?"

apologize. I spoke in haste, consumed by emotion. Please, Jayden, forgive my outburst,"

Bryce pleaded, his once haughty demeanor humbled.

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Jayden's forceful shove sent Bryce tumbling onto the sofa.

"My dear, are you alright? Did you hurt yourself?" Tess rushed to Bryce's side, concern etched on her face.

Bryce remained silent, unable to lift his head.

Jayden, unmoved by Bryce's reaction, dismissed him with a disdainful glance. To Jayden, Bryce was merely a facade of strength, propped up by Tess and Andrew's indulgence but feeble in the face of real challenges.

"Don't bother calling me for trivial matters anymore. If you truly wish to sever ties, do so swiftly. hate procrastination. You can do it and don't have to tell me about it,"

Jayden stated firmly, taking Elyse's hand as they headed for the door.

It dawned on Tess then that Jayden intended to sever their familial bond. Yet, she hesitated,

clinging to the hope that Jayden, with his residual influence, could still aid Bryce in his future endeavors.

"Jayden, Elyse scolded me earlier. I understand your silence, but must you also cut ties with me?" she implored, her voice tinged with anger.