Elias’ Crimes and Punishments of Romance

Chapter 579 Do You Still Love Her Like You Used To? 

Symeon couldn’t help but smile upon hearing that Amanda had successfully acquired the toothbrushes.

Meanwhile, Casey was overjoyed as she held the three toothbrushes. “All those days locked in the basement were worth it. At least we have this.”

Amanda reassured her, saying, “Don’t worry. I’ll arrange for a DNA test. We’ll soon find out if Peter is your father’s son.” She carefully stashed away the toothbrushes and then turned to Symeon. “Please take me home first. I miss my husband and son.

However, he said nothing and focused on driving.

Casey’s smile gradually faded, She could understand Symeon’s anguish at seeing the woman he loved reunite with her family.

Afterward, nobody spoke for the rest of the journey.

When the car finally stopped outside the Winters Estate, Amanda unbuckled her seatbelt, stepped out, and waved at them. “Drive safely.”

Casey smiled faintly and nodded.

Then, Symeon turned the car around and drove off.

She glanced at him, hesitating to speak, but couldn’t hold back any longer. She finally asked. “Do you still love her like you used to, even though she doesn’t feel the same way about you anymore?”

Symeon looked at her in the rearview mirror and replied, “You’re worrying about this now? Your concern should be how to confront your father in court.”

She said nothing in response, but she felt he was avoiding the question. She surmised that Amanda was the unattainable love in his life. Amanda was undeniably extraordinary and brilliant. Not only did she effortlessly collect the samples, but Casey also recalled her own embarrassing failure and the days she spent locked up in the basement.

Soon, the car pulled up outside her rented apartment. She unfastened her seatbelt and stepped out of the car.

Symeon rolled down the window and informed Casey, Dulcie wants to see you. Come over to my place tomorrow.”

“Oh…

With that, the man turned the car around and left.

She couldn’t help but notice that he had no interest in her. It was clear that his heart belonged entirely to Amanda, and she questioned whether she still had a chance to gain custody of Dulcie. However, she quickly pushed those thoughts aside since her priority now was to deal with her father.

Meanwhile, at the Carter Residence, chaos ensued as the couple engaged in a heated argument.

“Eleanor, do you think you’re above the law? Who gave you the right to lock up Casey in the basement? Don’t you realize that’s illegal?” Philip’s anger flared, and he kicked the coffee table in frustration.

Eleanor was trembling with fear, and she clung to Peter. She silently urged her son to intercede on her behalf since this had been their agreed-upon plan.

Peter, equally frightened, stammered, “D-Dad, please forgive Mom. She did it for the family, and Casey has always had issues with both of us, so Mom felt like she had no choice-

“Go upstairs now! This matter doesn’t concern you. Your only concern should be to maintain a good relationship with your sister. Whether she and I take this to court or not doesn’t burden you at all.” Philip “didn’t want the dispute to strain the relationship between his children.

After hearing this, Peter had no choice but to scurry upstairs.

She watched her son’s departure in panic. She was now cornered, and without even a human shield. “Dear, please, don’t be angry. I’m scared… Her legs gave way, and she sank to her knees.

Philip looked at his wife’s frail, weeping figure and roared, “So, now you understand fear! Did fear cross your mind when you locked Casey in the basement then?”

“Dear, I didn’t want to! But can’t you see why your precious daughter returned? Besides hitting me, she came back to steal from your safe! Don’t you see? She has ulterior motives!” Eleanor began to fabricate lies again.

He pushed her hand away. “You’re talking nonsense! She doesn’t even know the combination to my safe. What could she steal?”

“There’s a corporate seal in your safe! Can’t you see? Plus, she is your daughter, so perhaps she has knowTI the code for quite some time. She knows you won’t do anything to her, so she dared to be so bold.”

“Why didn’t you inform me, then? Why did you lock her up in the basement without my consent!”

“I… I just wanted to avoid more arguments between you and your daughter. I intended to teach her a lesson, not harm her. You saw the food and drinks in the basement when you went there, right? I put them there. I didn’t want to hurt her; I just wanted her locked up for a few days to make her reflect on her actions.”

Tears welled up in Eleanor’s eyes as she desperately clung to Philip’s clothes, hoping to convince him of her sincerity. She couldn’t afford a fallout with her husband yet, especially since she hadn’t secured her share of the inheritance.

He said nothing because he didn’t want to argue with her anymore. Instead, he turned and rushed to his study, intending to check on his safe.

She quickly followed him into the study and discovered where he hid the safe. It was embedded in the wall behind a pair of paintings. She hadn’t expected him to be so secretive.

Philip opened the safe and meticulously checked its contents. When he found that all his documents. contracts, and the corporation seal were still inside, he finally felt a sense of relief and closed the safe.

The following morning, Casey decided to drop by Galaxy Bay after a night’s rest. She had been missing Dulcie and hadn’t seen her for several days. She even brought a delicious strawberry shortcake as a special treat for the little girl.

As soon as she stepped inside, she was greeted by Dulcie, who rushed up to hug her. “Miss Casey, it’s been. so long since you visited! Do you have a boyfriend now?” The little girl blurted out.

Casey couldn’t help but chuckle, amazed at how observant and clever Dulcie was for her age. “No, sweetie, I don’t. But hey, I brought you a strawberry shortcake. While saying this, she showed the cake.

Dulcie’s eyes widened in delight, instantly captivated by the cake. “Wow! It’s a strawberry shortcake! Hooray for Miss Casey! I want to have a slice!”

“Of course! Let’s go.” She led Dulcie to the dining room and opened the cake box, cutting a small piece and placing it on a plate in front of Dulcie.

“Remember, just a small piece for now. We want to keep those teeth healthy.”

“Got it! Just a little piece,” Dulcie agreed.