Chapter 1382:

The inheritance was tempting—shares, money, and houses—but part of her hesitated.

Sensing her uncertainty, Pearce softened his tone.

“It’s okay if you’d rather not come. I’ll just tell her you were busy.”

Elyse bit her lip and then made up her mind.

“Alright, I’ll come for dinner. But I need to leave immediately afterward.”

“Great,” Pearce responded.

“I’ll let her know. No rush getting ready.”

After hanging up, Elyse quickly texted Jayden, changed her outfit, and left her apartment.

As she descended the stairs, Driscoll asked, “Will you be dining in tonight?”

“Nah. I’m going to see Pearce,” Elyse replied.

“Understood,” Driscoll said with a nod.

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“The car will be ready shortly.”

Arriving at the Benson residence, Felicia was already outside, her face lighting up with joy.

“Elyse, my dear! It’s wonderful to see you! I’ve missed you so much!”

Felicia approached quickly, linking arms with Elyse.

Elyse tensed momentarily, then relaxed, offering a smile.

“It’s nice to see you too. How have you been?”

“I’m managing, dear. But I miss you. I hardly see you anymore, only on TV,” Felicia said, ushering Elyse inside and chatting the entire time. Once settled in the living room, Elyse and Felicia talked about various matters until the conversation inevitably turned to Celeste.

At the mention of Celeste, Felicia’s demeanor shifted, her voice laced with irritation.noveldrama

“If Celeste causes you any problems, just let me know. I’ll take care of it.”

Elyse quickly tried to ease her grandmother’s concern.

“Please, Grandma, there’s no need. Celeste and I just have some misunderstandings. I can handle it.”

Felicia squeezed Elyse’s hand gently.

“I haven’t been much help to you. You’ve always had to fend for yourself, and that pains me. That’s why I want to look out for you now, more than anything.”

Elyse expressed, “I get your point, Grandma, but I’m no longer the little girl who needed constant care. I’ve grown into someone independent.”

Felicia responded, her voice tinged with sadness, “Yet, in my heart, you will always be a child.”

Elyse countered, “But I’m already 25 now. I’m an adult who can stand on her own.”

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