PopularNovelChapter 1659: Anthony's eyes widened in recognition. "This is..." His voice trailed off in disbelief. "My father's masterpiece. How did it end up in such a state?" A flush crept across Elyse's cheeks as she admitted, “The violin's condition is my fault. That day in the chaos, I really didn't have tto protect it." After examining the instrument carefully, Anthony's face brightened. "Don't let it trouble you. While it looks worse for wear, it's nothing beyond repair. I'll take you to my father-he's the only craftsman who can restore it to its former glory." "Is this the sviolin you mentioned?" Cathy leaned forward, her eyes alight with interest. "The one your father held onto for two decades, waiting for the perfect musician?" "The very same," Anthony confirmed with pride. "It's his finest creation, capable of producing the most enchanting melodies." Hope danced in Cathy's eyes as she turned to Elyse. "Would you play it for us?" Elyse's face lit up with genuine warmth. "Of course! Once it's restored, I'd be honored to perform for you." Cathy was thrilled. After sending a quick text to George and receiving confirmation, Anthony announced, "Let's get going. I'll drive us over-my dad's at htending to his beloved garden." "You all go ahead," Cathy said, gesturing to the shop around her. "I'll hold down the fort here." Anthony drew her into his arms, pressing a tender kiss to her forehead with a gentle smile. “I'll cback for you after your shift." First Дppared in g☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐ From the sidelines, Elyse watched their sweet exchange, amusement dancing in her eyes. Catching Elyse and Jayden's meaningful glances, Anthony cleared his throat self-consciously and stepped back from Cathy. "Right then, shall we?" Once they settled into the car, Elyse couldn't contain herself. "It's beautiful seeing you two so content together." Anthony's warm laughter filled the car. "The feeling's mutual. Seeing you and Jayden happy bringspeace. I remember when you first arrived-I could feel the tension between you two; I was even tempted to play matchmaker more than once." Elyse's breath caught in her throat as she instinctively sought out Jayden's gaze. Their eyes met in a moment of shared remembrance.
"Back then, we were..." Elyse's voice trailed off softly.
"We were always at each other's throats. Things got so bad you even mentioned divorce, wanting to live separate lives," Jayden said, his voice carrying a hint of melancholy.
Anthony gave a thoughtful nod. "I remember thinking, at that moment, that you two seemed so perfectly in tune with each other, yet you were about to go your separate ways. It hurtmore than it hurt you both." Elyse raised an eyebrow, curious. "You were shippingand Jayden?"
Anthony's gaze softened as he spoke. "Without a doubt. And I think my father was secretly rooting for you toolAliens secretty you too after you left, he would often mumble to himself, wondering if the two of you might find your way back to each other."
Elyse sighed softly, a wistful smile crossing her face. She glanced at Jayden, it seems like if we were to break up, it would break quite a few hearts."
Jayden looked genuinely surprised. "You didn't know? Driscoll was so heartbroken by our breakup that he'd often cry in secret when no one was around."
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