The Lawyer’s Romance in Law
Chapter 240

Chapter 240 I Don't Love or Want You

"Alright, hurry up and shower before bed," Amanda told Aiden.

"Okay," he replied.

She ruthlessly closed the door later to sever the eye contact between the father and son.

"Mommy, why are you being so cold to Daddy?" Aiden looked up at her with an unhappy face.

Amanda was speechless. If this little brat knows what Elias said in the garage, will he still adore him so much?

She felt unable to express them and only kept them to herself. "Stop your chitchat. Just shower and sleep."

"Mommy, you're so mean. Please be gentle."

She snorted lightly. "I'm almost driven crazy by you, and you talk about being gentle. Why don't you teach me how to be gentle?"

Suddenly, she noticed that this little brat was becoming more similar to Elias and resembling him in some ways. It's strange how he's growing up to be less like me, despite having many similarities when he was younger.

Yacob drove Stephanie out to the outskirts, where a sense of desolation hung in the air and created an eerie atmosphere.

"What's the purpose of bringing me here? Is Crisp around?" she questioned.

"You'll replace out soon," he responded. His interest in conversation waned because bragging about Elias had left him thirsty.

A few minutes later, a car approached slowly; it was none other than Elias in the driver's seat. He honked twice to signal Yacob. Sensing the cue, Yacob started his car and trailed behind. "Who's that? Elias?" Stephanie asked.

"Yes, indeed, it's Mr. Winters. Your beloved Crisp is held captive in a place known solely to him. I'm clueless about its whereabouts, hence the need for him to lead the way," he elaborated. She could not help but furrow her brows. What's with all the mystery?

Thus, Yacob followed the vehicle ahead when he drove. After a lengthy journey, they finally arrived at an abandoned factory, the car coming to a halt.

Elias swung open the car door and stepped out to make his way toward the factory.

Stephanie walked along the bumpy road in her high heels. She almost tripped and had to grab Yacob's arm for support. However, he seemed reluctant since he was wearing an unpleasant expression. "What's with that look? Me holding onto your arm should be your honor!" She could not stand someone looking at her with such a face.

He remained silent.

Soon, she quickened her pace to catch up to Elias and grabbed his arm. "Is Crisp here? Why did you bring me to this place?" Elias' countenance turned cold as he guided her inside the factory. "I brought him here. Not even your father knows about this." "What? Why'd you do that?" she questioned.

At that moment, Crispin came out and questioned, "Stephanie! Why are you here? How could you venture into such a dangerous place?"

She rushed over, her eyes welling up at the sight of his disheveled appearance. "I'm sorry, Crisp. It's my fault you ended up imprisoned like this." "No, it's not. We made a wager. If I win, he will hand you over to me," he explained.

What? What wager?

Stephanie turned to Elias. "Huh? What wager?"

Crispin replied, "I made a wager that if I could stay here until the end of the month, he would cancel the engagement and let us be together."

She was shocked. What is Elias up to? Can he cancel the engagement?

Although she was long aware that Elias had no intention of marrying her, she never expected that her father only planned to make a move after the marriage to help Elias regain control of the lost company shares. Things could only progress after their ceremony.

"Are you out of your mind? How can anyone live here? It's cold, desolate, and dark. How can you stay here for a whole month, Crisp?" Stephanie was moved by his willingness to endure such hardships for her.

Crispin saw her reaction and felt satisfied. After being poor for over twenty years, I finally have a chance to change my destiny. I can't let it slip away since staying here for a month is nothing compared to the endless wealth and glory I will have in the future.

He envisioned a bright future where he could have anything he wanted. "It's alright, Steph. I can handle it. It's nothing like back in my hometown; there wasn't much difference except for an extra lamp. Besides, it's not easy to encounter a soulmate in one's life. I don't want to miss you..."

Stephanie was deeply touched as her tears streamed incessantly.

On the other hand, Yacob could not help but feel a shiver down his spine. This guy may not have any other skills, but he has a knack for cheesy lines. What's even more impressive is how he manages to make Miss Allegra, who carries herself with great poise, become swoon.

Elias watched the scene unfold with an emotionless expression. Suddenly, she turned to him. "Is what you said true? I won't forgive you if I replace out you're toying with him!"

She simply thought that Crispin was being naive. What if Elias was just joking? After all, he had lived a pampered life and never experienced hardships. He would never understand the pain that Crispin suffered in his heart.

Elias smirked. "A gentleman always keeps his word."

As the three walked out of the factory, Stephanie could not help but discreetly wipe away her tears. Elias remained expressionless; he knew what Crispin was thinking and felt no trace of sentiment. "Elias, if Crisp succeeds, will you cancel the engagement and give up your shares?" She had yet to figure out this man's intentions.

He glanced coldly at her and replied, "You don't need to worry about that. I have my plans."

Once I digitally emulate Amelia's face today, Jack will have no choice but to owe me a favor for locating his long-lost daughter!

"What are you thinking? Don't toy with Crisp; he's very innocent and takes things to heart!" Stephanie cautioned.

"I'm serious too. I don't want to break you two apart," Elias said.

She was taken aback. "You..."

"Rest assured. I don't love or want you. I have no interest in seizing you. Just seems pointless," he stated.

Every word he spoke was accurate, and both Stephanie and Yacob could sense it. They sounded no wrong, but they were awkward and made her uncomfortable. She could not understand where this feeling came from....

When she heard Elias say he did not love her, her heart felt a mix of emotions, which caused a suffocating sensation. "That's fine! I don't love you either and won't let you have me! I belong to Crisp!" she stated, but it was more for the sake of her pride. However, after speaking it, she felt a tinge of regret and realized how childish she sounded.