The Lawyer’s Romance in Law
Chapter 158 Are You Sure She'll Get Jealous?

Chapter 158 Are You Sure She'll Get Jealous?

Amanda took a small sip of her wine and said, "This is your private affairs, and it has nothing to do with me. Mr. Lennard is here; I'm going to go and speak to him."

She deliberately came up with an excuse and left, not wanting to waste any more of her time with Simon and Lunabelle. However, as soon as she turned around, she spotted a tall and eye-catching figure by the entrance.

Her heart stopped at the sight. Why is Elias here? she wondered. She knew that he would often attend banquets like this, but she never expected him to show up tonight.

However, since hiding was no use, she decided to go along with the flow. Moreover, she had not planned on hiding from him in the first place, and she watched as he walked inside. Elias seemed to have noticed her as well, but his brow was furrowed as if he was displeased by her presence.

Seeing that, she couldn't help but laugh. Is that really necessary? Even if he suddenly made up his mind and doesn't want me anymore, he doesn't have to frown as soon as he sees me, right?

Clearly, it was a smart choice of hers to not agree to a remarriage. After all, this was the kind of person Elias was-unpredictable and fickle, someone who would give up on his feelings without any reason. Tonight, Elias was dressed in a black tuxedo that was perfectly tailored for his body, and his every move exuded an elegance that only belonged to people of nobility. His attire made him seem more mature and stoic instead of his usual belligerence. The moment he entered the hall, he came across Amanda and her skimpy dress.

What the hell is she wearing? Why is it so revealing?

His possessiveness began to erupt at the sight of Amanda, and he wanted nothing more but to rush over and cover her up with his suit jacket. What is she wearing in a place with so many men around? Who even designed this dress?

He was accompanied by Lazarus, who followed his line of sight and spotted Amanda.

Seeing that Elias was moments away from losing control, Lazarus pressed on his shoulder and hissed under his breath, "Calm down, calm down! Don't forget our plan. If you still want to get the girl you want, you have to listen to me. Remember, act cold. Don't bother her or cling to her. Make her lower her guard against you. That's the only way you can replace a way into her heart!"

Elias felt as if his head were about to implode from Lazarus' nagging in his ear. However, in order to get Amanda back to his side as soon as possible, he had no choice but to hold it in and listen to his advice. Even so, he couldn't help but complain to Lazarus, "Look at that, who even designed that dress? Isn't it lingerie? Can it be worn outdoors? What was the designer thinking? They definitely didn't have their mind in the right place."

Hearing that, Lazarus burst out laughing. "Mr. Elias, aren't you being too controlling? Do you have to care about what she wears? No wonder she doesn't want to go back to you. Are you her husband or her father?"

Elias fell silent, his face darkening. He was aware of how possessive he was, but he never expected Lazarus to take things that way.

Not wanting to speak to Lazarus anymore, Elias headed into the banquet hall and took a glass of red wine from a waiter's tray, taking a few sips to quell his anger. However, whenever he set eyes on Amanda's dress, he felt the burning fury within him reignite.

Lazarus came to his side. "Remember, you have to stay nonchalant. Make sure she can feel that you don't care about her, or all of our previous efforts will be wasted. Don't blame me for not reminding you then."

"I know! Enough with the nonsense!"

Just then, a woman walked over and greeted Elias. Normally, there was always a crowd of women falling over themselves to establish a connection with him, and Elias hated these desperate women the most. "Long time no see, Mr. Winters." A gorgeous woman with a voluptuous figure and a fiery red lip strutted over, dripping in sultriness.

Elias was just about to lose his temper when Lazarus suddenly leaned into his ear and whispered, "Interact with this beauty. Do you see that? Amanda is looking at you, so you have to make her jealous. Don't forget about our game of cat and mouse."

"Are you sure she'll get jealous?" He was extremely dubious that this would work. After all, Amanda did not even spare him a glance.

However, Lazarus replied with a look of conviction, "Don't worry, no woman can escape from my tactics. It'll work as long as she loves you."

Elias fell silent, realizing that he couldn't win against Lazarus' confidence and his determination to remarry Amanda.

Hence, he tugged the corner of his lips upward and said dismissively to the woman, "Have we met before?"

Though she said that it had been a long time since they met, he could not remember where he had last seen her at all.

The woman clearly expected Elias to ignore her, and she was shocked by his reply. "Mr. Winters, we met at a party before, and I introduced myself to you. Can't you remember? You must've forgotten because of how busy you are."

She was clearly a little excited that she was finally able to get a word in with Elias. Meanwhile, the envious gazes of many wealthy young ladies around them were trained on her.

Elias nodded. "Oh... I don't remember."

He had been to too many parties and banquets to remember, much less every single person who introduced themselves to him.

Despite his nonchalant response, she was still greatly pleased as she stared at him passionately, admiring every detail of his striking and perfect features. Amongst their circle of wealthy families, he was most definitely at the top of the pyramid, whether it was his looks, elegance, or his figure.

At the same time, Amanda stood in a corner and swirled the wine in her glass as she watched Elias talking and laughing with a sultry woman, unable to shake off the strange feeling in her heart.

So, this is how Elias talks to women at banquets... So, he looks that charming while he's talking and laughing with other women... So, he always looks that affectionate when he's looking at every woman...

All of a sudden, she felt as if her chest had been stuffed with cotton. She was the one who rejected the idea of remarriage with him and pushed him away, so why did she feel her heart tighten at the sight of him conversing with another woman? Her emotions were inexplicable, even to herself.

At that thought, Amanda let out a helpless sigh and headed toward the balcony, deciding to get some fresh air to clear her groggy head.

Then, she muttered to herself under her breath, "Don't be stupid, Amanda. Since you rejected him, he has the right to interact with other women. What right do you have to be disappointed?"

Yes, what she was feeling could only be described as a disappointment, although she had no idea what she was disappointed about. Wasn't this what she wanted? Elias was now indifferent toward her and no longer clung to her, no longer begging her to remarry him. Wasn't that a good thing? However, why did she feel so downcast?

As it was getting late, Amanda decided that it was about time for her to leave, and she was also beginning to grow tipsy from the few glasses of wine she partook. However, as soon as she turned around, she bumped into a firm chest by accident.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to..."

The moment she lifted her head, she immediately met Elias' dark eyes. Why is he here?

"Are you drunk?" he asked, eyeing her dazed expression and unsteady gait.