The Lawyer’s Romance in Law novel Chapter 205

Chapter 205 Cold and Distant

At their home in Northern No. 1, Amanda and Aiden were having their meal around the table. The young boy was pigging out on the food as he found it delicious.

On the other hand, Amanda didn't have much appetite. Her mind was occupied by the accusations of Jennifer and Oscar.

It was just then that Selina came over with a bowl of pumpkin soup. "Hurry up and eat it. The food won't be as delicious when it's not warm."

"Alright." Amanda forced a smile and started having her food.

The doorbell rang just then, so Selina took off her apron and said, "Go on having your food. I'll answer the door."

Then, she shuffled toward the door. When she registered Elias' presence through the monitor, she was surprised.

She turned to look at Amanda and whispered, "It's your ex-husband. Do you want to open the door?"

Perhaps Amanda doesn't want to see him now.

Amanda froze for a moment before replying, "Yes, please do."

Upon hearing that, Aiden stopped having his food and looked awkwardly at Amanda before saying, "Mommy, I need to use the bathroom."

"Go ahead."

Aiden put down his spoon and leaped away from the chair before running toward the bathroom. It wasn't certain if he was trying to avoid seeing Elias and really needed to use the bathroom.

Selina opened the door and saw Elias standing outside. His black suit made him look gloomy.

Amanda put down the cutlery and walked over to greet him. "Why are you here? Are you done with work?"

The man entered the house with a dark expression. "Yes. Where's Aiden? I'm here to take a look at him."

Is he here to see Aiden only?

Amanda was disappointed, but she didn't tell him what was on her mind.

"He's in the bathroom."

"Alright."

The atmosphere between them turned awkward. Selina had no idea what to do and had the urge to go somewhere else and hide.

The man sat down on the couch and remained silent, seemingly waiting for the young boy to come out of the bathroom.

In turn, Amanda sat down beside him and said nothing. The air seemed to have solidified. A long time later, she asked, "Did you have your dinner? Why don't you eat with us? It might take Aiden some time. You know, he's always dilly-dallying."

"There's no need for that. I'm not hungry. I'm only here to see Aiden."

Meanwhile, Aiden refused to leave the bathroom. No one knew what he was doing inside. The man's phone kept vibrating the entire time. Since the living room was so quiet, Amanda could hear it clearly.

Ten minutes later, the young boy still didn't leave the bathroom. Elias frowned with displeasure and took a look at his wristwatch before asking grimly, "Are you sure he's in the bathroom? It's taking too long."

Indeed, Aiden had been staying in the bathroom for far too long as 30 minutes had passed. "I'll go and see what he's doing. He's been staying inside the bathroom for too long," Amanda announced.

She rose from the couch and headed to the bathroom while the man followed her. His towering figure was in stark contrast to how petite the woman looked.

Outside the bathroom, Amanda knocked on the door. "What are you doing inside, Aiden? Mr. Winters… Your dad is waiting for you."

Elias furrowed his brows, realizing that something was amiss.