The Barrister's Love in Town

He was momentarily stunned upon hearing those words before replying, “It’s fine if you

don’t want to accept the job offer. I won’t force you to do anything you dislike again.”

However, Amanda giggled. “That’s exactly what makes me accept this job offer. Moreover,

I need money to raise Aiden. Winters Enterprise won’t be stingy with my annual salary,

right?

“Of course. Still, you don’t have to be worried about raising Aiden. I will take up my

responsibility as his father.”

To Elias, raising a child was no big deal at all. In fact, he could support countless

orphanages if he wanted.

“I know. Then… remember to send Aiden home early this evening. Otherwise, he will sleep

in again tomorrow morning.”

“Okay,” Elias hummed agreeably.

Beep! Beep!

After Amanda hung up the phone, she leaned on the swivel chair, her mind in utter mess.

Why does it feel like Aiden is getting more and more used to spending time with Elias? If

things continue at such a rate, Aiden likely will identify Elias as his biological father in no

time. As for Elias, he is indeed gradually trying to win the little guy’s favor.

Soon, the night fell. Amanda was ready to go home after a busy day at work. While she

packed up her things, she wondered if Elias had taken Aiden home. That little brat has

definitely enjoyed himself. I can already imagine him laughing his head off even though

I’m not by his side.

After she was done, she grabbed her bag and left her office. Then, she walked toward the

elevator and bumped into Simon again. She simply smiled slightly as she pressed the

down button for the elevator.

Simon wanted to say something to her. However, he received another call from Lunabelle.

It was as if she was persistently urging Simon to pick up her calls, Simon felt himself losing

his temper as he answered, saying, “Can you stop urging me?! I got it, okay!? I got it! I’m

coming over right now!!” He sounded slightly irritated.

As for Lunabelle, she obviously didn’t expect that Simon, who was always cultured and

gentlemanly, would have such a testy side. I had loved Simon for years, but he had never

treated me so harshly. But now, he actually…

“Simon, you have misunderstood my intentions. I’m not urging you. I’m just worried

something has happened to you while you are on your way. I’m sorry

Even Amanda, who stood beside Simon, was shocked by his demeanor. I have never seen

Simon act this way before. Why does it feel like Simon is the one who is actually

depressed?

Ding Dong! The clevator door slowly slid open. Amanda twitched her lips into an awkward

smile and said, “I-I shall get going first. See you tomorrow.” Simon still wanted to say

something, but it was too late as. Amanda had already made a break for it in the direction

of the elevator.

Amanda breathed a sigh of relief as soon as she stepped foot in the elevator alone,

without Simon. Phew! Thank God the elevator arrived just in time. Judging from Simon’s

state earlier, I say-it’s pretty unsafe to be around him. Poor Simon. He seems a little

miserable from getting tormented by Lunabelle.

When Amanda got home, she saw Selina making dinner in the kitchen. To her surprise,

there was no sign of Aiden anywhere in the house. Amanda felt it was rather odd, so she

asked, “Is Baby not home yet? Is it just you at home?”

Selina poked her head out from the kitchen and replied, “Yeah. Since Mr. Winters probably

will take Aiden to dinner, I’ve only made food for the two of us. Oh, dear. Don’t tell me you

have eaten as well!”

“No, I haven’t. Goodness, just what time Elias will send that little brat home…” For some

reason, I will miss Aiden a great deal every time Elias takes him away. Yet, I don’t feel this

way when Aiden is by my side.

Ding Dong! Suddenly, the doorbell rang, and Aiden’s lovely voice rang out, “Mommy, open

the door! We’re back! Mommy! Mommy, open the door!”

Amanda’s eyes lit up, and her mood instantly brightened. Aiden is home! She abruptly

turned around and dashed to open the door.

After she opened the door, she saw both Elias and Aiden standing outside. Aiden was even

dressed up as Harry Potter. It only took one look and she could already tell Aiden had fun

at Universal Studios.

Aiden was enthusiastically waving around his magic wand as he exclaimed, “Mommy,

Mommy, that place is so cool! Let’s go there and play together next time. It’s so exciting!”

Amanda couldn’t refrain from laughing when she saw Aiden’s excited state. “Alright. We’ll

go together. Have you had your dinner?”

“I already ate, but Uncle Elias hasn’t!” Aiden said as he bounced into the house.

She stared at Elias, who was standing outside the door, and asked, “Why didn’t you eat?

Do you want to join us for dinner?”

Elias raised his wrist and checked the time as he said, “It’s okay. I’ll go home and have my

dinner. I shall take my leave for now. You should tuck Aiden in early tonight. Otherwise, he

won’t be able to wake up on time tomorrow.”

Amanda nodded. Either way, considering how Elias had helped her look after Aiden all

afternoon, she figured it wasn’t right for her to let him leave with an empty stomach.

Therefore, she persuaded Elias to stay. “Just stay and have dinner with us. Dinner is ready

anyway. So, let’s eat.”

Elias stopped, hesitating for a moment. Eventually, he nodded and entered the house.

As a result, Amanda, Elias, and Selina sat at the dining table while Aiden had fun with

himself in the living.

room.

Selina quickly noticed that the atmosphere was slightly awkward, so she got up and said,

“You guys go ahead and dig in. There’s still a pot of soup cooking in the kitchen, so I’ll be

keeping an eye on it.”

After Selina left, the atmosphere became even more weird. Amanda shot a glance at Elias

before clearing and saying, “Here, have some more food. You’re probably exhausted from

taking care of Aiden today. That little brat is full of energy, so looking after him can be

pretty tiring-”

Elias’ phone rang halfway through her speech. “Sorry, I have to answer this,” he said in a

deep voice.

Amanda smiled and nodded.

Elias placed down the tableware and took the call. When he heard the contents of the call,

he frowned and asked, “Who is looking for me? My first love?”