Hiding Behind Her Superficiality

Chapter 493

“So, you see, Callum, you and Elspeth aren’t meant for each other. Let Elspeth be with me and I will take good care of her. You don’t have to worry.”

Arthur had an uncanny ability to add fuel to the fire; he knew exactly what to say to make Callum feel even worse. This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org: ©.

“Even if she isn’t with me, she won’t like you either. You can stop dreaming about it.”

Knowing Elspeth, she would never be attracted to Arthur.

This was why Callum had never considered Arthur to be a threat.

When Arthur heard this, the smile on his face immediately vanished and he muttered through gritted teeth, “You can’t be certain. You and she can never be together, and once both of you are separated, I’ll have a chance.”

“What a good imagination you have,” Callum pointed out before turning around and leaving without any hesitation.

Seeing him unwavering, Arthur, who initially wanted to make Callum feel defeated, now felt defeated himself.

He loathed Callum’s ability to remain calm in any situation. Nevertheless, he knew what he should do as his next step.

Arthur sat in an inconspicuous corner and began observing his surroundings. After he was certain that Callum had left the hospital, he went straight into the laboratory.

The moment he opened the door, the doctor inside was surprised to see him. “Hey Arthur, what brings you here?”

Arthur was one of the most well-known seniors during his university days. Ever since he joined the school, no one had ever surpassed his achievements. The lecturers repeatedly showed his photo to future students, and some of them even boasted about having taught or talked to Arthur when he was in school.

And of course, his good looks were another reason for his popularity, particularly among females.

After all, who wouldn’t like an attractive, elegant man who always had a smile on his face?

He was said to be so popular that many young female students purposefully chose the electives he had chosen just to be in the same class as him, no matter how difficult the subjects were.

However, it was a pity that Arthur did not continue to practice medicine and appeared to have vanished from the medical field.

As such, seeing him today made the doctor in the laboratory thrilled.

Presently, Arthur smiled and said softly, “Nothing much. I’m just here to look around and get some medicine.”

Though he did not know this doctor, he could tell by the man’s tone how he felt about him. Hence, he relaxed a little as well.

The doctor then quickly stood up, took a chair for Arthur, and poured him a glass of water.

“I’m delighted to have you here, Arthur. If there’s anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate to tell me. I’ll do my best to assist.”

To that, Arthur simply waved his hand dismissively. “It’s fine. I don’t need your assistance with anything. However, I just want to know if my brother was here earlier.”

His brother? The doctor tried to recall what happened earlier, and he suddenly realized something. Oh, the person who registered earlier is indeed Callum Winthrop, the eldest son of the Winthrop Family, which means he’s Arthur’s brother.

“Yes. He handed me some samples and wanted me to run a DNA test to see if they were blood- related.”

He then couldn’t contain his curiosity and continued, “Why does Mr. Winthrop need to perform a DNA test? Do the Winthrops have any other children besides their own?”

“What exactly are you saying? Don’t spread rumors!” Arthur smilingly chided.

The doctor knew when to stop as well as he shrank back and nodded.

Blinking, Arthur then asked, “Could you let me have a look at the samples he gave?”Chapter 493 Not Blood-Related Arthur’s request placed the doctor in an awkward position. “But our rule is that any private DNA test has to be kept confidential,” he said, seemingly in a dilemma. Hearing that, Arthur put on a disappointed expression. The doctor thought that he had offended Arthur and quickly added, “But if you really want to have a look at them, I can show them to you, Arthur.” If it was someone else today, the doctor would never have backed down and would not even get the conversation going. However, because the person in front of him today was Arthur, he did not dare to turn Arthur down. “But you must promise that you will not tell anyone about this. Otherwise, I risk losing my job.” The doctor then looked around nervously before taking out the envelope containing the samples that Callum had handed him earlier. “This is it, Arthur. Check them out

quickly. The director is making his rounds, so you’d best be quick.” Arthur nodded with a smile and quickly took a look at the contents of the envelope before putting them back, acting as if nothing had happened. “I’m done. You can put them back now.” Seeing that Arthur was not acting unusually, the doctor was relieved. “Come seek me out if there’s anything else I can do for you, Arthur. I’ll do everything I can.” Arthur nodded in response. “Let’s exchange phone numbers so we can stay in touch,” he suggested. The doctor was stunned and flattered before he eventually pulled out his phone and exchanged contact information with Arthur. He didn’t notice Arthur’s lips curling slightly, revealing a vague smile. The test result would only be out a few days later. During these few days, Elspeth and Callum intentionally kept their distance from each other. The primary issue was not about getting divorced. Instead, convincing the Winthrops

to accept that they would be divorcing was more difficult. Luckily, Callum’s parents were on vacation these few days, and the rest of the family was not in the house as well. Hence, Helia could stay in the Winthrop Residence with some relief. On the day of the test results collection, Elspeth and Callum went to the hospital together. When they entered the laboratory, the doctor quickly grabbed the envelope containing the results and handed it to Callum. “The DNA test results are out, Mr. Winthrop.” Callum wanted to open it. At this moment, a mocking tone rang out from the door. “What a coincidence, Callum. We meet again.” Callum turned around to see Arthur standing there once more, ever the uninvited guest.

On the other hand, Elspeth subconsciously took a few steps back, attempting to distance herself from Arthur. Her small movements didn’t go unnoticed. Arthur’s eyes glowed with darkness as he noticed her attempting to move away from him. “Well, I don’t want to meet you at all,” Callum said without any hesitation. “It’s okay. It’s just a coincidence, anyway. What brings you to the DNA laboratory? Is there anything else you’d like to put to the test?” Despite knowing everything, Arthur pretended to know nothing. “It has nothing to do with you.” Callum then stuffed the results back into the envelope, deciding to check it only when they got home. “We are family, after all. Or at least, we were family. What else can you hide from me?” Arthur smiled, appearing pure and innocent as if he were close to Callum. Elspeth rolled her eyes at that. “Since things have already progressed to this point, you don’t have to say these things to disgust us anymore.” “How could you say that, Elspeth? I’m just showing my concern for my brother.” Elspeth and Callum’s attitude didn’t bother Arthur at all. He was certain that both of them would be in a worse mood after seeing the DNA test results. Hence, he was unconcerned about how these losers treated him now. “Your concern is received, then. We’re leaving now.” Callum then took Elspeth’s hand in his, preparing to leave. However, he was immediately stopped by Arthur. “Callum, since you have the test results, why don’t you check it right now?” Arthur was adamant that they check the results right away. At that, Elspeth immediately retorted, “What does it have to do with you as to when we check the results?”

“Why aren’t the both of you willing to accept the truth, then?” Arthur asked with a sneer, which enraged Elspeth. “This is our matter. It has nothing to do with you at all, so stop being a nuisance by poking your nose into our matters!” “You don’t have to be so agitated,” Arthur responded as he shook his head, seemingly indicating that he wouldn’t give up until he got what he wanted. “Since he is so interested in this, let us show him then.” Callum then took the results and threw them to Arthur, feeling utterly unconcerned. Elspeth didn’t manage to see it but with a glance, she noticed the word ‘biologically related’, which made her heart tighten. IVe are indeed related by blood. Disappointment arose in her heart, completely engulfing her. Arthur did not examine the results thoroughly as well. He was ready to mock Callum and Elspeth simply because of the term ‘biologically related’. “I’ve been warning you both for a long time, but my words have gone unheeded. Look, what I said is correct now. The fact that you are both married to each other despite being relatives is Damoria’s greatest joke!” Arthur did not bother to hide his sarcasm. However, he did not understand how Callum could remain calm and unaffected despite hearing that. Such an attitude irritated Arthur. Thus, he intentionally continued to mock them by saying, “When are you both planning to divorce, Callum?” “Again, what does it have to do with you?” “Of course, it does! After you both divorce, I can start courting Elspeth.” Elspeth immediately furrowed her brows when she heard that. “Arthur Winthrop, stop being so revolting!” “You don’t have to be concerned about that, then. We’re not getting divorced.”

Not getting a divorce? Elspeth turned her head to look at Callum. Even she felt doubtful at this point. Is he just trying to enrage Arthur?After all, it is already a fact that we ore biologically related! “You both are blood-related, Callum. If you don’t divorce, you’ll be mocked for the rest of your life!” Arthur thought that Callum’s words were just a remark in a fit of pique. “It’s okay. Divorce is not a disgrace in any way.” “As I’ve said, we won’t be divorcing.” “Why not?” Arthur asked, finally sensing something amiss. “Because we are not blood-related at all.” Not blood-related? Arthur, and even Elspeth, were stunned. Both of them saw clearly from the report that the owners of both samples were biologically related. So how could Callum claim otherwise now? “Callum, the results are clear. You can’t keep on denying the truth.” Arthur assumed Callum was still engaged in a futile struggle.