Elias’ Crimes and Punishments of Romance

Amanda forced a bitter smile, not wanting to bring up the matter. It’s hard to put into words. Besides, she didn’t want Simon to laugh at her after she told him the story.

I have something to take care of. Let’s talk another time. I have to go”

Amanda had been avoiding Simon’s gaze, not wanting to say another word. After all, I don’t have the right to talk to him, and I probably deserve it.

He could tell something was wrong with her, so he reached out to stop her. “Are you avoiding me? Although we can’t be lovers, we were good partners and good friends once. Can I not even talk to you now?”

“I-I’m busy. Let’s talk another day, okay?”

Clearly, she was feeling uneasy, so Simon couldn’t bring himself to pressure her further. He withdrew his arm. “You’re trying to avoid Elias seeing us together, aren’t you? He’s the winner now. Why would he be afraid of me, especially when I’m out of the game?”

His words carried a hint of self-mockery.

Amanda was stunned momentarily, but she was no longer facing away from him. After all, she could run, but she couldn’t hide.

“It’s not what you think, Simon. Elias isn’t that kind of person. How about this? Let’s find a place to sit and talk. We shouldn’t talk on the roadside.””

Simon smiled. “Sure. That’s a good idea. Besides, I owe you a meal. I’ll make up for it tonight. Therefore, allow me to treat you to dinner.”

Dinner?

Amanda looked up at the sky and belatedly realized that it had turned dark. I can’t believe I spent the afternoon wandering on the streets. The time sure passes quickly!

At the same moment, a car passed them. The pair didn’t notice that Elias was sitting inside the car.

looked out of the window of his car with a gloomy expression. He happened to spot the pair on the street. He couldn’t help but furrow his brows as he fixed the handsome man and the beautiful woman with

By allowing another man to touch her in

wife was a promiscuous woman. To think they weren’t

private room to ensure they could eat with

dishes and left the

like communicating with Simon, even

you mind telling me what happened?”

face at first sight when they met up. He had been trying to ask her but didn’t find the opportunity.

before looking up with a smile.

talk about it, that’s fine.” Simon didn’t want to push her, so he changed the topic. “By the way, how’s Aiden doing recently? Has

expression darkened at the mention of Aiden. She just

by Simon. He asked with a frown, “What’s wrong? Did something happen to him?”

Her head snapped to him, and she explained, her voice uncertain. “Nothing happened to Aiden. He’s fine. He has been staying at home

“Are you sure?”

in. We should leave after the meal. I don’t feel like staying here.” Amanda continued eating. Even though she had no appetite at all, she forced herself to

was puzzled. “Why don’t you want

told you. I’ve

but he knew Amanda was only making up an excuse because he hadn’t heard of her doing any job recently. After failing to reach out

saying a word, causing her to fidget in her seat. She felt that she shouldn’t befriend Simon anymore. It’s best

to the restroom.” Then, Amanda

her plate, which was still full of food. He could tell

had indeed happened, but she

avoid Simon’s prying gaze. She didn’t know why she