The Barrister's Love in Town

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.

every

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.

Elias maintained a serene composure, his voice steady as he confirmed, “Indeed, it is.”

surrounding the formidable Winters Family-an

he pushed the door open and walked in without scruples. He didn’t behave like a guest but

and asked, “What do you

were tailing me to the hospital? Spare me the excuse of seeking medical treatment, as I’ve confirmed

flick of her lustrous locks, Melissa responded nonchalantly, “Can’t I

Do you think

nurse. Why are you so persistent and even following me to my house?

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

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married man, staying alone in a single

know I have a wife? Have you

moment, she wanted to curse at herself for giving it away but maintained a calm facade. “I have at secret crush on you. So,

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

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?

same question he

do with me! I genuinely was just passing by!” she asserted

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

the tense situation, Melissa maintained a stoic silence as

while questioning her intentions. While other ordinary men, upon receiving such shocking

left her doorstep, she hastened to close the door firmly behind him. The weight of the situation

stubbed out his cigarette and stepped forward with curiosity written all