The Barrister's Love in Town

Chapter 342 Have You Developed Feelings for Elias?

Amanda saw Elias chuckling, and he seemed pretty charming while doing so. Intrigued asked, “What’s so amusing? Did I say something funny?”

“Based on your performance last night, I can’t help but think that perhaps you do have: feelings for me,” he responded.

With those words, he casually strolled toward the gates of the Allegra Villa.

It took Amanda a moment to grasp the meaning behind his comment about her performance from the previous night. He was definitely implying her performance in b

What a shameless jerk!

“Elias Winters, you’re such a shameless man!” she yelled angrily at his retreating figure.

Nevertheless, he merely raised his arm and waved. Even from behind, Amanda could tell that he was still laughing, and he looked pretty charming as he did so.

What a shameless person!

She snorted in disdain and turned back toward the villa.

As Elias prepared to head toward his car, he spotted Crispin walking toward him. It appear that Crispin was likely heading home as well.

Elias stopped in his tracks. Crispin glanced at him, attempting to ignore him and pass by.

Unexpectedly, Elias called out, “Crispin.”

Crispin halted and turned to look at him. “Mr. Winters, is there something you need?”

Elias cut straight to the chase and commented, “Do you believe it’s worth resorting to such tactics to win Stephanie’s favor?” It was as if he had already uncovered the truth.

Crispin struggled to suppress his guilt and force a smile. “Mr. Winters, I’m not sure what you’re implying, but I’ll do whatever it takes to make Steph happy because I love her.”

It appeared as though he was playing dumb.

a smirk. “Put an end to your petty schemes. Jack will never give you another chance. As for getung involved with my

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I know you’re all influential figures. Even if you can’t locate the kidnappers, you shouldn’t blame me. It will only undermine your capability. Besides, I genuinely

his eyes slightly and carefully scrutinized Crispin from head to toe. He ha

seized Crispin by

couldn’t

you desire. If you want to win Stephanie’s hea you’re on your own. I won’t stand in your way. However, should you bring harm to my woman and child, be prepared to face the

sequences!” Elias declared.

If you have any intentions involving the Allegra Family, I won’t interfere. However, when it comes to Amanda, I will take charge.

turned pale. He understood that he couldn’t

Stephanie coincidentally walked by and caught sight of the scene unfolding. Shocked, she exclaimed, “What on earth is

outside and savor a breath of fresh air, feeling increasingly irritated by the constant bustle of her parents and Aiden engaging in a game

men appeared to be engaged in a struggle, or more accurately, it seemed

hurriedly intervened and rescued Crispin from Elias clutches. What are you doing. Elias? Why are you bullying Crisp? Do you believe the

past marriage stirred an instinctive anger within Stephanie. She couldn’t fathom why she was feeling this

irritated by the sight of this

matters

care of

do you meant Stephane

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close to Elias, and she couldn’t help but notice his

the case, I can talk to your father, and you can rush into

you the right to interfere? Do

my

married? Elias, you overestimate your importance! What are you to me? You’re not

If it hadn’t been for Amanda, perhaps she and Elias

differently, Elias would have been her

Stephanie dwelled on the situation, the

him and clicked his tongue disapprovingly. “I distinctly recall warning you long