Chapter 97 Concern

Elinor finally had a moment to herself after an exhausting day. It was already ten in the evening. As she descended the staircase, she noticed the lights in the living room were still on. To her surprise, a lone figure sat on the couch. It was none other than Jaxson. It was not unusual for Jaxson to return home late due to his demanding work schedule. However, recalling the numerous purchases from that day, Elinor felt an odd discomfort. Edmond had not really given her a choice but to accept the gifts. Now, she felt awkward just standing in front of Jaxson. "Why did you come home so late today?" She regretted it the moment those words left her mouth. How could she be so forward, given their complicated dynamic? The two rarely engaged in caring conversations. Jaxson looked at her, slightly taken aback. Their usual encounters at this hour were typically silent. If they did speak, it was seldom pleasant. Jaxson remembered the conversation he had with Edmond earlier. Could Edmond's