Hiding Behind Her Superficiality
Chapter 272

Chapter 272

Elspeth and Yelena spent the entire morning shopping for wedding dresses. However, none of thedresses were up to Elspeth’s standards.

After sending Yelena home, Elspeth returned to the Winthrop Residence.

During dinner, all of them were seated in the dining hall. Nonetheless, Max could feel that his familymembers had been peeking at him. However, when he looked up, he realized no one was looking athim.

Elspeth prepared a bowl of tomato soup for Callum and asked with a smile, “Do you think the manYelena is seeing is reliable, Callum?”

“Of course. Matthew is known to be a responsible man. He has been in love with Yelena for quite awhile. I’m sure Yelena will be happy if they get married.”

A glint flashed across Elspeth’s eyes.

At the mention of Yelena, Max’s expression changed.

He’s still pretending to be calm. I’ll see how much longer he can put up with this.

“When are they going to meet up?”

Callum took a sip of tomato soup and replied calmly, “Tomorrow afternoon. If everything goes well, theymight even get engaged on the same day as us.”

“Great. I’m sure Yelena will be pleased.”

They were engrossed in talking about Yelena’s love life. Even Theodore and Margot took part in theconversation, saying that it was all Max’s fault. They were elated that Yelena had found a better man.

Max felt his eyelids twitching. “Give me a break. Why are you all acting strangely today?”

What do they mean it’s my fault? Is Yelena seeing someone now?

“Don’t you know, Max? Yelena is going to meet up with Matthew tomorrow and discuss their marriage.The March Family is well-to-do, so Matthew is a perfect match for Yelena.”

Max frowned. “Yelena doesn’t like him.”

“Familiarity breeds fondness. I didn’t use to like Callum, but I still fell in love with him in the end.”

Max’s expression darkened.

“Yelena won’t do that.”

“Why wouldn’t she? Yelena and I visited Harvey’s wedding dress store today and came across Emma.If you don’t believe me, you can go to their store and ask them. Yelena has always wanted to getmarried. She was envious when we shopped around for wedding dresses. I believe she’ll likely agreeto get together with Matthew.”

When they were done with dinner, Callum cleaned his lips with a napkin and rose from the chair. “I’lldeal with work matters now so that I’ll have some free time to go out with you tomorrow.”

“Okay.”

After Elspeth and Callum were gone, Max couldn’t take it anymore.

As he glanced at Theodore and Margot, he asked doubtfully, “What’s going on? Have all of you joinedforces to say such things?”

“What are you talking about? You’re so silly. Do you think you’ll get what you want by doing nothing?What did I teach you growing up?”

Theodore rolled his eyes and headed to the bedroom with Margot.

Max was left standing there on his own, looking dumbfounded.

The next morning, Elspeth got out of bed and washed up before heading out with Callum.

After they entered the car, she put on some makeup and asked, “Do you think Max will follow us? Itseems that he’s more patient than I think.”

Callum took a look at the rearview mirror and replied confidently, “Look who’s behind us.”

A car that obviously belonged to the Winthrops was following them, and it was rather conspicuous.

“Gosh. Why didn’t he use a less conspicuous car? He’s so silly,” Elspeth said dismissively.

“Perhaps he isn’t planning on hiding anything. I guess he’ll make a big fuss out of it.”

Callum knew Max’s temperament all too well.

Max was someone who would retaliate against those who harmed him, let alone when someone wastrying to snatch his woman from him.

I wonder if Matthew is strong enough to take a beating.

As they each got lost in their thoughts, they soon reached their destination. Yelena had been waiting forthem and beside her stood a tall Matthew in casual clothes.

It was Elspeth’s first time seeing Matthew, who was Callum’s best friend.

She knew that Matthew was a lawyer, and the truth was, he looked dapper.

In fact, Matthew was just as good-looking as Max. His aquiline nose added a layer of delicateness tohis appearance, and his golden-framed glasses made him look somewhat sexy.

At any rate, he wasn’t Elspeth’s cup of tea.

Elspeth’s impression of Matthew changed the moment he started speaking.

“Callum, I think it brings no benefits to me by helping you with the act.” Matthew frowned and put on abitter expression. He didn’t look as elegant as before he started speaking.

He’s so different from what I thought he was like.

“I’ll invest 700,000 in your law firm.”

Instantly, Matthew’s eyes brightened. “Are you serious? You mustn’t go back on your word!”

“Of course.”

Elspeth couldn’t help but laugh. “What’s wrong? Doesn’t your grandfather give you money? Why areyou short on money?”

At the mention of this, Matthew seemed to be on the brink of breaking into tears. “I don’t have a choice.I’m the only grandson in the March Family and my grandfather insists that I inherit the family business.However, it’s always been my dream to be a lawyer. As such, I can only rely on Callum.”

“Have you ever tried to come up with a solution?”

“Yes. Back then, I had a discussion with my grandfather and told him to sell the March Group to theWinthrop Group so that I’d have more money to develop my law firm, but he was so furious that healmost wanted to burn my law firm down. Since then, I’ve never dared say such nonsense.”

Matthew is so silly and naïve! Fortunately, Yelena isn’t really in love with him. Otherwise, she would’vebeaten him up.

After some small talk, they entered the restaurant.

From the looks of it, they seemed to be going on a double date. Elspeth and Callum were like theirseniors while Matthew looked lovingly at Yelena. On the other hand, Yelena hung her head bashfully,looking as though she was satisfied with this man.

“Why hasn’t he appeared yet?” Elspeth asked.

Callum coughed and took a look at her. “I suppose it’s because there’s no intimate interaction yet. Theyhave to do more.”

Elspeth signaled for Yelena to be more intimate with Matthew. As such, Yelena rose from the chair andwent over to take Matthew’s hand.

“Yelena!”

Yelena stopped what she was doing when she heard someone roaring at her.

From a distance, they could see Max standing there, his expression thunderous. The people aroundhim were terrified.

“Why are you dating another man behind my back? Don’t you remember I’m your boyfriend?” Maxstrode forward and grabbed Yelena’s hand as he glared at Matthew.

Matthew shuddered as the smile on his face froze.

Why is he looking at me like this? I’m only doing this for the money. I don’t like a brusque woman likeYelena! Moreover, I’m forced to do it!

A furious Max was ready to punch Matthew. Seeing that, Matthew hurriedly closed his eyes.

It’s over! My handsome face will be gone for good! I haven’t managed to seduce many women usingmy advantage…

Nonetheless, he soon realized he wasn’t in pain. He cautiously opened his eyes and saw that Callumhad intercepted Max’s fist for him.

An enraged Callum snapped, “Since you’re not marrying Yelena, what right do you have to stop herfrom getting engaged to another man?”

Max barked, “Who said I’m not marrying her?”

“When?”

When Max saw how cautious Yelena looked, he felt his chest tightening. “As long as she wants tomarry me, we can do this anytime.”

Elspeth laughed. “Mission completed! Let’s celebrate!”

Meanwhile, Callum put on a smile as well.

However, Matthew wiped the cold sweat off his forehead as he wasn’t very pleased.

Only then did Max realize he had fallen into their trap.