A Caged Songbird's Escape: Into the Arms of a Predator novel Chapter 570

The jade pendant in his hand was of very ordinary quality and texture.

But after taking a look, Rowan's expression grew complex, and he looked down at the girl who was staring up at him eagerly.

Elissa was confused. "What's wrong?"

Rowan rubbed the smooth jade pendant and answered with a question. "Why haven't I ever seen you wear it?"

Elissa pursed her lips. "I was afraid of losing it again, so I couldn't bear to wear it."

Whether it was from her adoptive parents or her biological parents.

It was the only proof she had that she had been loved by her family.

Because of this, she had always cherished it.

Seeing the hint of sorrow in her eyes, Rowan felt a tug at his heartstrings. Ignoring her concerns, he untied the knot, reached around the back of her neck, and fastened the jade pendant on her.

"Keep it on, it looks pretty."

Rowan stopped her when she tried to take it off. "Don't worry, you won't lose it again. And even if you do, I'll find it for you."

"Really?"

"Of course. Who do you think I am?"

Rowan arched an eyebrow.

Feeling reassured, Elissa stopped trying to take it off. She smiled and blinked at him. "Alright, I'll trust you this once."

The jade pendant was a very common piece of jewelry.

But after examining it, Rowan seemed weighed down by something. When Elissa asked him about it, he just said everything was fine.

The next day, Elissa didn't have to go to the clinic. When she woke up, the space beside her was already empty.

She freshened up and went downstairs. Janice looked at her with a beaming smile. "Rowan left early today. I hope he didn't wake you?"

"No."

Elissa rubbed her nose in embarrassment. "Did he go to the office?"

"Probably. That brat never tells me anything."

Janice feigned annoyance, but her tone was full of affection.

Ever since learning that Janice was Rowan's biological grandmother, Elissa had been incredibly happy for him.

Having a family member who genuinely loved him was something so rare and precious.

As for the rest of the Murphy family, they were likely praying day and night for him to make a mistake so they could drag him down from his lofty position.

Meanwhile, right after finishing his night shift, Rex returned to Vistapeak Gardens. He had just stepped out of the shower when his doorbell started ringing endlessly.

"Who is it?"

He scratched his head in frustration and dragged his slippers over to open the door. When he saw the man standing outside, he snapped, "Finally remembered I exist?"

Since he was starving, Rex didn't voice his true thoughts. He just pointed at the dumplings. "I'm going to eat, then."

Rowan lifted his chin and even thoughtfully added a splash of vinegar for him, looking entirely accommodating. "Eat."

Rex picked up a dumpling and took a massive bite. Just as he was about to praise Janice's cooking skills, the man sitting across from him asked leisurely, "Didn't you say last time that Marcia brought a jade pendant when she was recognized by your family?"

"Yeah."

Ignoring the heat, Rex wolfed down another dumpling, mumbling through his full mouth, "Why? Are you here to mock me for having a fake sister again?"

Rowan raised an eyebrow noncommittally, not taking the bait. "What kind of jade pendant?"

"Why are you asking?"

Rex instinctively looked up. Remembering Rowan's usual aloof nature, he blurted out, "Don't tell me you've seen it somewhere?"

Rowan observed him. "What would you say if I became your brother-in-law?"

"?"

Rex jolted in shock, his eyes widening. "What the hell is going through your head? You really want to marry Maya for a powerful alliance??"

He knew that although Rowan seemed to hold immense power now, he was often walking on thin ice.

If he allied with the Wilkinson family through marriage, the situation would naturally change completely.

But if he did that, what would happen to Elissa!!!