Sweetheart, Do You Still Love Me

Chapter 219

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 of his nose in embarrassment. “Forget about it. Pretend I didn’t say anything.”“Very well. I’m taking Elspeth home to rest.” After Callum announced, he tried to drag Elspeth away.Before the pair could make it far, Jordan blocked their path. Staring straight into Elspeth’s eyes, he asked, “What are the things you need? I’ll get them ready.”“A thousand-year-old ginseng, a saussurea that ages tenfold, and the pure spring water from the mountain with an elevation of 19685 feet above sea level.”Jordan’s face almost scrunched at her list.Noticing his helpless expression, she couldn’t help but chuckle. “Just kidding. I’ll get everything covered.”She realized there were indeed advantages in finding herself a godfather in the underground black market.As a rough idea was formed in her