The Lawyer’s Romance in Law
Chapter 141

Chapter 141 I Have Boundaries.

"It's alright, I understand how your parents feel. Actually, I think they have valid concerns. I just didn't give enough thought to the situation... Hearing this, Simon felt a tinge of disappointment. "So, are you giving up then? I'll talk to my parents and persuade them. You don't need to worry about that. All you have to do is just stand firmly by my side."

"Simon, a relationship without the blessings of parents won't lead to happiness. I advise you to heed your parents' advice. I thought about it last night, and we truly aren't suited for each other. She believed that Simon's parents wouldn't change their minds, and she didn't want to face such difficult in-laws, so it would be better to let it go.

With that, Amanda gathered a few file folders and glanced at Simon who was standing there. "I have to attend a court hearing now. We can talk later if you have time." Following that, she turned and left the office. Simon felt powerless as he stood there and wondered why Amanda couldn't be more resolute about their relationship.

Soon, the sun began to set. In order to pick up his son, Elias abruptly left a high-level meeting, which left a group of executives dumbfounded. He brought Elias back to the estate and carried him out of the car. He was preparing to take him for dinner. As he entered the villa, he spotted Howard, who was sitting in the living room.

Howard, who initially had a stern expression, was about to scold him when he looked over and saw the child in Elias' arms, which surprised him. Aiden exclaimed upon seeing Howard, 'Grandpa, what a coincidence! Why are you here too?"

Howard was even more shocked and approached with his cane. This... This child... How is he here? Don't tell me he's from our family?"

"What? Have you met him before?" Elias furrowed his brow as he asked.

At that, the bodyguard standing nearby explained, "Mr. Elias, Old Mr. Winters used to visit the kindergarten frequently to see the children, and he saw this child. He even thought the child resembles your younger self."

Elias was momentarily stunned, then chuckled lightly, "Grandpa, this little guy not only looks like me, but he's also my biological son."

"W-What? This child is really yours? Howard couldn't have imagined that the child he casually encountered at the kindergarten would turn out to be his great-grandchild.

"Yes, he's Amanda's child. She was pregnant four years ago, but I didn't believe her and chose to divorce her. Later, she gave birth to the child on her own, and I only found out recently." Elias briefly explained the child's background, fearing that Howard might faint right then and there if he provided too many details.

"You scoundrel!" As expected, Howard's blood pressure rose, and he swung his cane at Elias. "You didn't believe your wife when she said she was pregnant! Instead, you believed those seductresses! You even let my great-grandson wander around for four years! I'll beat you to death, you worthless thing!"

Elias didn't dodge as he believed he deserved to be hit. How could he have let his biological son wander around abroad for four years?

Meanwhile, Aiden, who was in his arms, was clearly frightened and pouted. His eyes were welling up with

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tears. "I want Mommy..."

Seeing him cry instantly made Howard stop. "Don't cry, don't cry. Great-Grandpa was wrong. Did I scare you?”

"Grandpa, he hasn't eaten yet. Let me take him for a meal first. Would you like to join us?"

"Alright, alright. I'll have a meal with my little great-grandson." Howard beamed. Despite being angry and shocked, he considered it a blessing from heaven to have a great-grandson suddenly appear out of nowhere.

In the restaurant, Aiden sat obediently on the dining chair, but his eating habits were adorable, as he was a messy eater with food on his face. Elias and Howard sat on the side while watching the little one cat. Howard, who grew fonder of Aiden the more he watched, said, "Oh, this kid really knows how to eat. He looks so much like you when you were little. The more I look, the more he resembles you. But you weren't this well-behaved when you were young. You were quite mischievous.”

A smile appeared on Elias' face as he looked at his son, who was completely engrossed in his meal. At that moment, the butler approached, seemingly having something to say. "If you have something to say, speak up. There are no outsiders here," Elias said while scooping a bowl of soup for his son.

The butler reported truthfully, "Recently, the sanatorium informed us that Madam's condition has improved significantly, and they suggest she returns home for recuperation as it will be more beneficial to her recovery. Madam insists on coming back and wants Miss Murphy to accompany her. Elias paused his action of feeding Aiden the soup. "Grace? How dare she show up in front of me?"

"Miss Murphy has been trying every means to see you. I believe she has also influenced Madam's thoughts. Madam has a great deal of trust in her and insists on having her stay together. I have accommodated them in the Southview Villa," the butler replied.

At that, Elias responded indifferently, "Fine, do as you wish. Just don't let me see her. Then, he asked again, "How's the injury on her face?"

"It's not recovering well, and it's likely to leave a scar. Foreign experts have also consulted on the matter, stating they can help with scar restoration, but it can only recover to about sixty to seventy percent. Miss Murphy may not be able to return to the entertainment industry in the future, the butler answered truthfully.

"Understood. You may leave and attend to your duties." Elias' expression turned grave after hearing that.

After the butler left, Howard spoke up. "Are you still planning to get involved with Grace? If you continue like this, even if you have a child together, you have no chance with Amanda."

Howard had long figured it out. As long as there was a glimmer of hope for Grace, she would surely obstruct the remarriage of Amanda and Elias.

→ Grandpa, I have my boundaries. I will fulfill my responsibilities but won't have any personal feelings for

her. Besides, there was never much affection between us, to begin with," he said. He didn't have much attachment to Grace, as he was only being nice to her out of respect for Kennedy. Moreover, he now understood that he hadn't slept with Grace as he had mistakenly believed before, so there was no need to feel guilty anymore. Grace's true nature was quite different from the innocent and pure image he had imagined. Moreover, he never expected her to be so scheming.

"You better handle it properly. Otherwise, if you anger Amanda to the point where she leaves again, you won't be able to replace her anymore, and no one can help you." Howard snorted coldly.

Elias remained silent and continued to feed Aiden his meal. The little one was truly obedient when it came to eating as he had one mouthful after another. Of course, Elias knew all of this. This time, he would never disappoint Amanda. No matter what happens, he will firmly choose to believe in her. Howard looked at Aiden again and couldn't help but exclaim, "My great-grandson looks so handsome. He looks much better than you did when you were little. And he eats so obediently. You weren't this well-behaved when you were young. A nanny had to chase after you during every meal."

Hearing that made Elias speechless. Just how naughty was he when he was little? Why did he remember his grandpa always praising him back then?