Hiding Behind Her Superficiality

Chapter 513

Chapter 513 Let’s Get a Child

Elspeth felt a little moved. “I know. I’ll be careful next time.” She hung her head low, pouting. “But I defended you. Can’t you cut me some slack?”

Callum looked at her bandaged hand and could feel something squeeze his heart. The sight of her injured hand felt more painful than getting hurt himself. “Don’t do this next time. You know I would be fine.” Arthur was hurling his knife backward, so it was nearly impossible for him to land a blow on Callum. Besides, Callum could fight well and had good reflexes. There was no way Arthur could hurt him.

“But I don’t want anything to happen to you. If you were hit, the knife would’ve gone straight through your heart. I’d rather hurt my own hand to stop that.”

Her wound isn’t exactly shallow, either. If the knife were to cut a bit deeper, her hand would be done for. Callum took a deep breath and said, “Your safety matters most. No matter what.”

Elspeth paused for a moment. Then, she smiled. “What’s the second most important thing, then?”

The man blurted, “Our child.”

She was surprised he’d say that. “You want a child that much, huh?”

“No. Don’t let that weigh on your mind. What I mean is if we have a child, then…”

Elspeth pounced into his embrace and rubbed her head against his chest. Softly, she said, “In that case, we’ll have our own child.”

Surprised, Callum said, “What did you say?”

“Don’t you want a child?”

“I do.”

He was telling the truth. Most of his subordinates had gotten married and started raising their own families. He saw a few of their children, and they were adorable. He, too, wanted his own child. Most importantly, he wanted a child with Elspeth, the woman he loved. It would be their bundle of joy. Yet, when Elspeth brought it up, his heart still raced a little.

Callum held her unhurt hand. Slowly, he said, “Do you actually want a child with me, or do you just want to make me happy? I’d be delighted if it’s the former, but if it’s the latter, then it’s best you think things through. I’m fine if we don’t have kids. It’s not—”

“I’ve known you for four years, Callum.” Elspeth rested her head against his chest. “I know you too well. Yes, part of the reason is that I want to make you happy.” He’s always been the one to make me happy. I don’t mind doing something for him.

“You won’t regret this?”

“Of course not. I never regret anything.” She thumped him playfully. You don’t believe me? Though, she used the wrong hand to hit him. Her good hand was held by Callum, and now her injured hand was hurt again. She gasped in pain and almost cried.

Callum wanted to laugh, but he held it back. Worried, he said, “Alright, stop moving now. Let’s get this over with so we can go home.”

Elspeth was reminded of something. She asked, “Did you really strip him bare?” It’s raining outside. Arthur’s going to get a fever, and he’s going to get back at Callum real soon. He’s petty as f*ck. Not like we’re scared of him, but he can be a nuisance.

“No. I only ordered my men to strip his driver bare. As for Arthur, my men would toss him onto a crowded street with his clothes intact. But that would be embarrassing enough for him.”

The woman shook her head. “He cares about his image and reputation. He’s going to get back at you.” Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

“Let him. I don’t care. It’s already bad enough that he wants to take you. I’ll drill the fact that you’re mine into his head. Nobody can take you away.” Murder filled his eyes.

“I just want you to be safe. Arthur’s not terrifying or dangerous, but he’s still a hassle to deal with. Be careful. He’s going to take revenge.”

“Let him come.” Callum cocked his eyebrow.

“I know you’re not afraid of him, but be careful, okay?”

He nodded, smiling. “Of course, Mrs. Winthrop. I’ll be sure to look out.”

It was amusing to hear the head of the Winthrops talking to her like that. He can be such a comedian sometimes, she thought with a smile.

A few days went by, but Arthur did nothing. For once, Elspeth thought she might have been too harsh on him. Callum thought it was weird as well, but then Arthur could hold back his rage well, so he knew a storm was coming. And a few days later, a piece of news went viral on the Internet.

Elspeth was annoyed when she saw the photo. It was the one where she and Callum were locked up in the warehouse. Arthur must be the one behind this. Just when she thought it was a scandal directed at her and Callum, she noticed a familiar name.

Jasmine? The article talked about how Jasmine locked the couple up and left. The photo had been captured very clearly. It was as if the whole incident was a set-up from the start. Elspeth read further

and saw that the article made her and Callum out to be the victims. Pure victims.

It was surprising, to say the least. But he’s not doing anything bad. Elspeth heaved a sigh of relief. She wondered why Arthur went after Jasmine, though. He knows she’s part of the McGraths. Going against Old Mr. McGrath is going to be bad for him.

The comments were all cursing Jasmine. Some even went as far as to attack the McGraths for raising an evil daughter. Thanks to that article, the McGraths were now facing a wave of bad publicity.

Just when Elspeth was thinking that Arthur had made a wrong move, someone flung her office door open. Before she could even see who it was, Elspeth heard the person scream, “Elspeth Lynwood! Old Mr. McGraths has told you not to go after Jasmine! What are you doing? You guys baited her and framed her, didn’t you? I can’t believe you’d go so far! Have a heart, will you?”