Chapter 1133:
Elyse said, “It’s challenging to declare a winner when the meat was served all at once.”
Edward, carrying his inedible grilled meat and wearing a confused look, inquired, “What’s this about winners and losers? Why didn’t anyone tell me?”
Jayden proposed, “If we can’t decide on a winner, why don’t we both take first place?”
Ken concurred. “Exactly. Let’s just agree we both came out on top.”
Linda’s eyes sparkled with mischief. “Does that mean I should hand out a prize?”
Ken, his cheeks tinting with a hint of red but maintaining his composure, nodded. “Yes, how about a kiss on the cheek?”
Bashfully, Linda stood up and, in the presence of everyone, delivered a quick peck on Ken’s cheek. Their smiles radiated happiness.
Yet for Elyse, the mood was not as light. She had been certain Ken would triumph, especially after Linda boasted of his grilling prowess.
The unexpected tie with Jayden threw her for a loop. Since Linda was Ken’s wife, she naturally presented him with the prize. However, it was not fitting for her to extend the same to Jayden. This left Elyse with the responsibility.noveldrama
Uncertain, Elyse pondered if she should follow Linda’s example and also kiss Jayden on the cheek. She faced a dilemma.
Linda, observing Elyse’s hesitation, mistakenly thought it was due to shyness and encouraged her. “It’s okay. Be brave!”
Elyse hung her head lower. Her relationship with Jayden was complex, making it difficult for her to step forward.
Meanwhile, Edward, having finally grasped the rules of the game, expressed his discontent. “Wait, you didn’t explain this rule about a reward for finishing the grilling first. You’ve all sidelined me. My grilled meat smells wonderful too!”
As Edward grumbled and called for a redo, Jayden stepped towards Elyse.
With her eyes wide and locked on him, Jayden gently lifted her chin, leaned down, and pressed a kiss to her cheek.
Elyse inhaled sharply, immobilized.
Linda and Ken, observing the unfolding scene, beamed with joy. They had shared a similar moment.
On the other hand, Edward’s heart broke into pieces.
Before Elyse could react, Jayden had already stepped away. In a nonchalant yet bold tone, he declared, “I’ve collected my reward. The effort with my grilled meat wasn’t wasted.”
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