Chapter 399 It Must Be a Lie
Elias stepped into the elevator and pressed the button for the 17th floor. As the elevator
ascended, he pondered over what this woman named Melissa Walters could possibly want.
She had come all the way from Esmos, rented a place for half a year, and it was evident
that she wasn’t planning to settle down. permanently. Whatever her purpose, it had
captivated his curiosity.
Ding! The elevator door opened slowly.
He walked out of the elevator and headed straight for Unit 1702.
While standing outside the door, he contemplated for a few seconds before pressing the
doorbell. Seconds. ticked by, but there was no response from within, causing him to arch
his brows. Yacob insisted the woman would be home, so why had she not answered the
door? She must be avoiding me on purpose.
Elias pressed the doorbell again, but his patience waned as the seconds dragged on
without a response. A sly grin crept across his face, and he spoke with unwavering
determination through the door. “I know you’re inside. If you don’t open the door, I’ll find a
way to make you do so.”
After what felt like an eternity, the door slowly creaked open, revealing a woman in a
bathrobe. He was spellbound as he caught sight of her true face, a breathtaking beauty
that radiated charm from delicate feature.
“Who are you looking for, sir?” Melissa inquired.
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However, he cut in abruptly, and his tone was icy, “You don’t know my name? You didn’t
know my name when you followed me to the hospital?”
“Who followed you? It’s common knowledge that people visit hospitals for medical care.
Do you think your family is running the hospital? Why don’t you mind your own business?”
she countered with a smirk.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtElias maintained a serene composure, his voice steady as he confirmed, “Indeed, it is.”
A hush fell over Melissa as she pondered the rumors surrounding the formidable Winters
Family-an affluent and influential force in the country whose wealth was woven intricately
into various industries.
“Open the door.” While saying this, he pushed the door open and walked in without
scruples. He didn’t behave like a guest but more like an intruder.
Then, she followed closely behind him and asked, “What do you want from me?”
As Elias glared at the woman standing before him, a tinge of suspicion colored his
expression. “Care to explain why you were tailing me to the hospital? Spare me the excuse
of seeking medical treatment, as I’ve confirmed you didn’t see a doctor today,” he
retorted, his voice tinged with an undertone of intensity.
With a graceful flick of her lustrous locks, Melissa responded nonchalantly, “Can’t I visit
patients?”
“Don’t play dumb with me. I can tell that you didn’t visit any patients. Do you think I
wouldn’t check that information?” His patience was wearing thin with this woman.
“Sir, I don’t understand what you’re talking about. I was just passing by and accidentally
bumped into that nurse. Why are you so persistent and even following me to my house?
Are you the boyfriend of that nurse?”
As Melissa continued to feign innocence, a playful smile danced across Elias’ lips. He
settled onto the couch and stated, “I’m not too busy tonight, so I can afford to waste some
time with you.”
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“Sir, how is this appropriate? You, a married man, staying alone in a single woman’s
house? Won’t your wife be jealous?” she asked.
With a wry smile, the man shot back, “How do you know I have a wife? Have you
investigated me, or do I have ‘married man’ written all over my face?”
At this moment, she wanted to curse at herself for giving it away but maintained a calm
facade. “I have at secret crush on you. So, I investigated you”
After the explanation reached his cars, Elias fell into a brief yet profound silence, his
thoughts swirling like storm clouds. Soon, a scornful chuckle escaped his lips, carrying the
weight of his disbelief. “You’re not worthy of that.”
When she heard those words, Melissa felt a tingling sensation surge through her scalp.
This man is too arrogant! Am I not even worthy of having a secret crush on him? “Then,
who is worthy? Your ex-wife? Didn’t you divorce her?” she retorted with fiery
determination.
Despite having remarried, he had no desire to divulge any information to this outsider.
Thus, he found himself echoing the same question he had posed earlier. “What’s your
purpose in following me? Does my paternity test have anything to do with you?”
“None! It has nothing to do with me! I genuinely was just passing by!” she asserted
fervently.
As he gazed upon this woman, it became apparent that extracting valuable information
from her would be an uphill battle. Resigned to reality, he knew he had to entrust Yacob
with further investigation. With that realization, he stood up, peering down at the
mysterious figure before him, and inquired, “You went to Esmos four years ago and
suddenly returned. What purpose did you rent this place for?”
Despite the tense situation, Melissa maintained a stoic silence as she gazed at the man
before her.
Dealing with Elias proved far more challenging than she had ever envisioned. Instead of
succumbing to anger or suspicion, he exuded an unwavering composure while questioning
her intentions. While other ordinary men, upon receiving such shocking paternity test
results, would have hurried home to confront their wives. Yet, Elias not only withheld
blame from Amanda but also shielded her from the truth and chose to seek Melissa.
At this moment, doubts crept into Melissa’s mind, casting shadows over her carefully
crafted scheme. As he left her doorstep, she hastened to close the door firmly behind him.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe weight of the situation pressed upon her, and she knew she could no longer linger
here as she had to find a new place to stay.
As Yacob saw Elias walk out of the building, he promptly stubbed out his cigarette and
stepped forward with curiosity written all over his face. “Mr. Winters, how did it go? What
did the woman say?” he inquired. eagerly.
“She said nothing. Send someone to investigate this woman’s background in Esmos,” Elias
replied.
“Understood.”
“What do we do now?”
“Let’s go home.” Elias’ countenance turned somber, casting a shadow over his features.
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When Elias finally arrived back at Winters Estate, the night had cast its inky embrace. He
anticipated Amanda and Aiden had already drifted into slumber, so he planned to take a
soothing shower and slip into bed. However, as soon as he entered the dimly lit bedroom,
he saw his wife reclining on the bed and reading a book as if awaiting his return.
As the sound of the closing door reached her ears, she instinctively lifted her gaze and
caught sight of her husband’s return. A sudden flutter danced within her chest, tinged with
a hint of unease that she couldn’t shake off.
When she glanced at him, it was evident that he seemed utterly unfazed, as though the
paternity test hard never taken place. With a casual tone, he remarked, “You’re still not
asleep? I’ll take a shower first.”
Amanda’s words were poised on the tip of her tongue, but upon learning of his intention to
take a shower. she gracefully decided to defer her thoughts to a more opportune moment.
Fifteen minutes later, Elias emerged from the bathroom with a snug towel draped around
his waist. Then, he sat on the bed and gently took the book from her hands. “Let’s sleep.
It’s late. You can read it tomorrow.”
“I want to ask you something.”
“What is it?”