Elias’ Crimes and Punishments of Romance
Chapter 98

Chapter 98

Chapter 98 How to Pursue Women

Amanda snorted angrily and asked, “So, this is your approach to pursuing women? Can you win awoman’s heart like this? Do you even know how to pursue women?”

When Elias heard this, he seriously considered it before responding, “No.”

She was speechless by his reply. Indeed, how often does he pursue women? There are always womenwaiting in line to climb into his bed. How could he ever stoop so low as to go after women?

Meanwhile, inside the estate, they started watching the movie under the stars from the wicker chairs inthe garden.

This scoundrel has some sense of style by choosing to watch a movie outdoors like this. Amandasuddenly realized it had been quite some time since she had devoted her full attention to a movie.Since there was a hint of floral scent in the air tonight, she decided it would be the perfect time to watch

movie outside in the garden, where she could enjoy the fresh air and the scenery while unwinding fromher busy day. They were watching Titanic,” a movie she liked, and even though she had seen it manytimes, it still made her shed tears.

On the other hand, Elias pretended to watch the film while leaning back in his chair and occasionallygazing at the woman sitting beside him. He just wanted an excuse to spend more

time with her.

In the past, she was the one who went out of her way to replace opportunities to spend time with him;however, the roles now appear to have reversed.

As the movie’s most touching scene of parting and farewell played out, Amanda’s eyes reddened, andtears began to trickle down her face. However, Elias was speechless upon seeing her tears. Is thisscene so touching? Is it worth crying over? Consequently, he pulled out a tissue and gave it to her. Shegave him a quick glance before grabbing a tissue to wipe her tears. During a particularly heartbreakingsegment of the movie, he said faintly. “It’s all an act and nothing more. There’s no

need to be sad about it.”

After hearing this, she stared emotionlessly at the man beside her, no longer experiencing sadness atthe most heartbreaking scene. “Do you even know what it’s like to be fully immersed in the moment?This movie is well-made, and that’s why it can move me to tears. You, as a typical man, understandnothing.”

A typical man… Elias face immediately darkened upon hearing those words. Do I deserve to be calleda typical man?

Half an hour later, the movie ended, but Amanda’s tears continued to flow. This time, he was moreconsiderate and didn’t say anything to ruin the atmosphere. Instead, he silently handed her tissues.

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Then, she took a deep breath, calmed down, and slowly stood up. “The movie is over now, so I canleave, right?”

After saying that, she was about to turn and leave, but this time, the man didn’t forcefully stop her butstood up. T’ll send you home.”

“You’ll send me home? You’re still recovering from your injury, so how can you do that? Are youhonestly planning to drive?” She couldn’t help but wonder if he had a grudge against her. He can’t evenwalk properly, and now he insists on sending me home.

“I’m not that frail, and it’s too dark now. It’s unsafe for a woman to drive alone,” Elias replied. He had hisreasons, and it was indeed somewhat risky for a woman to drive home at this hour, especiallyconsidering how far away this location was from the city center.

“No need. I’ll drive carefully. You should get some rest,” Amanda insisted. She had frequently drivenhome alone at night over the previous four years, and nights abroad were even more chaotic, so shereasoned that she could handle anything.

said I’ll send you home. The driver will drive,” he said firmly, not allowing her to refuse.

“I also told you it’s not necessary. It has been four years, and I often go home alone at night. Youshould know the nighttime situation abroad, so there’s nothing to worry about.”

Elias was speechless upon hearing this. So, Amanda had such a difficult life for the last four years? Itseems as though she’s been putting in a lot of late-night hours. Then, why did she not accept themoney I offered her during the divorce? I can’t comprehend this woman’s behavior, as she seemsadamant about maintaining her tough exterior. At this realization, he said. “During these four years, Iwas absent from your life. Now that I am around, I will no longer permit you to return home late at night.His resolute tone prevented her from refusing his offer.

Afterward, she sighed, realizing that he still hadn’t changed. He is still so domineering and assertive.“What about my car?”

“The driver will have it delivered to you tomorrow.”

Ultimately, Amanda said nothing and could only comply with Elias’ arrangements.

After a while, the driver drove the pair toward the city center. Nonetheless, the atmosphere inside thecar was unusually subdued, and nobody spoke while the driver intently concentrated on the

road.

At that moment, Elias remembered her words from earlier and couldn’t help but ask, “Were the pastfour years good for you?” He had wanted to ask this question for some time but had never gotten thechance. Although he was aware that what had happened to Amanda over the past four years hadnothing to do with him, he was nevertheless responsible for it. He figured that if they hadn’t gotten adivorce back then, she would have been living happily by his side for the years, and their child wouldbe about three years old now.

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She was stunned for a moment when she heard this, then smiled. “How should I put it? It was bad andtough, but I made it through.”

He felt as though he were being suffocated by her ostensibly casual reply.

Eventually, the car stopped in front of Luminance Villa, and Amanda unbuckled her seatbelt, openedthe door, and exited the vehicle. Then, Elias viewed her slender form through the car window as hepondered. How could I make up for those four years and start anew with her?

Nonetheless, he was unaware that he owed her more than just those four years; he also owed a well-behaved, understanding three-year-old named Aiden Bailey.

Meanwhile, at home, Amanda discovered that Selina and Aiden were already asleep. As usual, shewent to the nursery to kiss the sleeping child before returning to her room for a quick, hot shower.

She was so worn out that she didn’t bother with her usual bedtime skincare routine, instead of lying onthe bed and sleeping until morning. Then, she glanced at her phone. Why hasn’t Grace called anyoneall night? At this moment, her phone abruptly rang, showing that it was a call from Grace’s phone. Thisis it!

Amanda sat bolt upright as she connected the call, pressed the phone to her car, and heard Grace’svoice on the other end. Unfortunately, she was disappointed because Grace was merely chatting withher manager, and the conversation revealed nothing of interest. Despite this, Amanda listenedattentively because she hoped to hear something useful. After ending the call. she fell asleep due tosheer exhaustion.

The following morning, she sat up and stretched lazily after being roused from her sleep by the soundof Aiden, that little brat, playing downstairs. Hence, she showered, changed into more comfortableclothes, and went downstairs, where she found her son dancing joyfully to the

television.

Meanwhile, Selina was preparing breakfast in the kitchen. Amanda went to the fridge and grabbed awater bottle. That smells so good. Did you pour the milk?” She took a sip of water and couldn’t help butsniff the fragrant aroma of the congee.

Selina smiled and replied, “It’s congee cooked with milk. You and Aiden don’t eat properly most of thetime, so I’m here to feed you both with nutritious food.”