Hiding Behind Her Superficiality novel Chapter 106

Chapter 106

Since she was in the hospital, Elspeth couldn’t do a lot of work, so Callum handed her job over to Alaina. When she heard of that, all she did was smile bitterly. So, he’s kicking me away in favor of Alaina, huh? It was a frustrating thought, so she put it aside and focused on recovery.

Once news of Elspeth’s hospitalization reached Theodore, he asked all his sons to take care of her until she was healthy again. She had no one else taking care of her after all.

Margot was absolutely attentive when it came to Elspeth. She paid her a visit of her own volition and agreed with her husband’s suggestion.

Callum was the first one to go, but his appearance only made Elspeth furious. She wouldn’t even look at him. “You’re a busy man, Mr. Winthrop. No need to come.”

Callum looked at her calmly. “Dad told me to take care of you.

That almost made Elspeth laugh. “He wasn’t holding you at gunpoint. You don’t have to force yourself.”

Coolly, he said, “I am not forcing myself. I’m doing this willingly.”

“Not the point. Point is, you should go back to work and show the new girl the ropes. You can drop the act now.” The fact that Callum cared for Alaina so much hurt Elspeth, and she was spiteful over that.

“We’re innocent.”

“Says you.” Elspeth smiled. “But I know you like a kind, gentle, and hardworking woman like her. Everyone

dos.”

A hint of frustration welled in Callum’s eyes. “That is enough.” Gods, must she bring that woman up? This is upsetting. Oh, he’s getting impatient. A smirk curled Elspeth’s lips. “Embarrassed? Why the overreaction?”

A long silence ensued. “I wasn’t overreacting.”

“Good. I thought I caught a glimpse of your true, ugly self just now,” she snapped. Ah damn. I should not have said that. Okay. She killed the conversation. Callum stood up. “I have work to do. Take care now,” said Callum coldly.

“Good day.” She saw him off and covered her head with the blanket. Then she forced herself to sleep.

It was Edmund’s turn the next day. News of the spat between Callum and Elspeth reached him, and he asked, “Did you guys fight? You and Callum, I mean.”

It was surprising to find out that Elspeth wasn’t the one who sabotaged his mother. And after all the help she lent to his company, Edmund thought he should show the lady some concern as thanks, to say the least.

Still feeling snappish, Elspeth answered curtly, “No.”

“As if you didn’t. I can smell the storm just from seeing you two stand in the same room.” He smiled. “Finally realized he’s not worth your time, huh? Do you feel like coming back to me?”

why don’t you go back to work? I really don’t want to hear you talk. You never stop talking.”

“Really? Oh, here’s a tip. Callum’s heartless. Not even his ex could rein him in. I don’t think you’ll be able to keep him in check.”

It was harsh, but it was the truth. A truth she had to accept. Then Edmund made a few more remarks snide