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With such a shameful past, Theo seemed less formidable than he had imagined. To Edward, it was clear why they
becexes.
He saw Theo as no competition; he just needed to nudge Elyse’s memories of the betrayal, stir her revulsion,
and by highlighting Theo's failings, he could sway her easily to his side.
Theo disregarded Edward's presence and changed the subject. “When are you off today? | want to invite you out
for dinner. We need to talk about something important.”
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Edward cut in sharply. “Forget it. It's too risky for you these days. You should go straight to the Moon Palace after
your rehearsal. You'll be safe there. Nobody will bother you.”
Elyse, overhearing the conversation, paused uncertainly. The mention of “Moon Palace” made Theo's gaze snap
towards Edward. It seemed likely that someone connected to that place, and of the right age, would be the
governor's son.
Theo let out a mocking laugh and suggested, “Maybe you can inviteto the Moon Palace too. I've never dined
there.”
Edward's face tensed up. “The Moon Palace isn’t a place for someone of your standing. A commoner like you has
no place there.”
Undeterred, Theo retorted, “What do you mean by that? Aren't | a friend of Elyse’s? Is this how you treat all her
friends?”
Edward managed a forced smile and scoffed, “Friend? You're nothing but a scumbag ex.”
Theo spread his hands wide, his tone dripping with sarcasm. “I have important matters to discuss with Elyse.
How will she ever know about them if you keep interfering like this?”
Edward's gaze lingered on Elyse as she calmly remarked, “He probably has something urgent to tell me. | should
listen to what he has to say.”
After a long pause, Edward exhaled, clearly resigned. “Fine. I'll give in this time.” He turned to Theo, glaring. “You
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmscumbag! I'll allow you one chance to dine at home.”
“Thanks,” Theo responded, completely unbothered.
Once the rehearsal wrapped up, the three of them went to the Moon Palace by car. Inside, Louise was seated in
the living room.
As she heard them enter, she set her teacup down and turned around, her eyes landing on the unfamiliar face.
With curiosity, she asked, “And who's this?”
“He's a jerk. Just keep your distance from him,” Edward muttered with disdain, his face twisted in annoyance. He
was about to say more when his phone buzzed.
Glancing at the screen, his demeanor shifted. He stepped closer to Louise and whispered something in her ear.
Louise's eyes briefly met his, and she gave a small nod. Satisfied, Edward walked away to attend a meeting in
the Moon Palace.
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