Love's Perfect Match

Chapter 219

his was burning with a hint of blinding determination.Jordan’s eyes immediately brightened with the glint of hope. “Did you just say you can save her? You aren’t lying to me, are you?”She forced a smile. “I have excelled in my skills as Sonny Schwartz’s student. I’ll try my best to save her. As long as you get me the ingredients I need, I can save her life.”Jordan’s voice was shaky. “Of course.”He almost forgot that Elspeth was an apprentice to Sonny, the medical expert.Letting go of Elspeth, Jordan took a few steps forward as he tried to help Angie back on her feet. However, Callum’s men stopped him in his tracks by pinning his arms.Angie forced herself to her feet without any help. The next moment, Callum felt a tug on his sleeve. “Mr. Winthrop, please spare him. I told you where Elspeth was, didn’t I?”Callum pressed his lips into a thin line as he weighed his decision. When he met Elspeth’s approving look, he finally nodded. “Fine. I’ll let him go.”At the sight of the men loosening Jordan’s arms, Angie jumped at him and wrapped her arms around him tightly.“Jordan.”He caressed her hair to ease her worries. “It’s okay. I’m here with you.”The pair took their time in each other’s embrace. Jordan only remembered to free Elspeth from the shackles when Callum showed a displeased expression on his face.She was so weak that Callum strode over to help her to her feet.“You promise to save Angie. Remember to keep your word. ”Elspeth rolled her eyes at Jordan’s demand. “I did, but not now. I’ve been locked up for seven days. Can I have a break?”He could only reply with a dry laugh in embarrassment.“I need a rest. Just a while. Once I rest up, I’ll help her.”Angie cast a grateful smile at the other woman and nodded. “There’s no need to rush, Elspeth. Take your time.”Watching Angie’s pale face, Elspeth caressed the young woman’s head. “I assure you, I’m a lot smarter than Jordan.”Jordan’s expression changed a few times. He tried to retort, but he just couldn’t find the right words.Angie didn’t bother to stifle her laugh. “You’re the first person to tell him that. You’re an interesting woman, you know. No wonder even a distant man like Mr. Winthrop would fall for you. I would have fallen hard for you too if I was a guy.” Jordan had a faint smile on his face. “I won’t. A girl like her is too calculating. I like girls like you, obedient and innocent.”Callum tightened his arm around Elspeth. He cast Jordan a side glance full of warning. “Coming from a guy who didn’t even leave a good impression on her after half a year. She doesn’t need you to like her.”Jordan was usually a man who could keep his composure even if it was the world’s end. However, he gritted his teeth when he heard Callum’s comeback. “Callum, must you speak just to make me feel bad?”“I’m being a gentleman.”“By roasting me?”Callum’s eyes darted to Angie, who looked pure and unsophisticated, before remarking snidely, “You started it. I’m not gonna take it out on the innocent girl.”Jordan rubbed the tip