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Chapter 260
Chapter 260 Where Did She Go? "Where did she go?"
Edward's voice held a note of concern as he explained, "Mrs. Dean mentioned something about selling an item, but I didn't catch the details. All I know is she asked me to bring Emily back and then left. I thought she'd send a message or give you a call since she didn't use my car to return. But it seems she hasn't done either."
Upon hearing Edward's words, Elias stepped closer to Finley, his expression hardened as he delivered another blow. "Finley, what do you think it means when Samantha suddenly stopped reaching out to you?"
Before Finley could respond, Elias continued, "It means she no longer wants to be with you. She's planning to leave."
Finley's face remained a mask of stoicism, his emotions tightly controlled. "She's mine now."
Elias chuckled with a hint of mockery. "Finley, hear yourself. What century do you think this is? Are you still claiming Samantha is your woman? So what if she is? Even if you've been with her a hundred times, if she no longer desires to stay with you, she can walk away without a second thought.
"After all, even if she's no longer a virgin, if she's beautiful and has a good personality, she'll have no shortage of admirers."
Finley's eyes narrowed with fury. Tonight, Elias seemed particularly determined to undermine his feelings for Samantha. Every word Elias spoke seemed designed to provoke him. Grasping Elias by the collar, Finley pulled him close. "Elias, has Samantha offended you in some way these past few days?"
Elias shook his head. "No."
"Then, why does it seem like everything you've said tonight is aimed at her?"
Elias responded with feigned sincerity, I'm just speaking the truth. I noticed how distressed you are, and I thought that by saying these things, I might help you stop feeling so heartbroken."
Was Elias seriously suggesting that his hurtful comments were meant to comfort him? Every word Elias uttered seemed to pour salt on his wounds, only serving to amplify his fears that Samantha no longer wanted him.
Angrily, Finley pushed Elias away. "Elias, I'm warning you-watch your tongue. If I hear another word against Samantha from you, I will make you regret it."
Elias looked momentarily surprised.
"Finley, why are you so quick to
anger? I was just joking. Why take it so seriously? Honestly, I hope Samantha hasn't abandoned you: I hope nothing terrible has happened to her. I was only trying to help you brace yourself for the worst-case scenario.
"After all, if you're prepared for the worst, you'll be better equipped to handle it if something truly does go wrong with Samantha, won't you?" Finley remained silent, his thoughts racing.
He didn't need to prepare for the worst because he had unwavering faith in Samantha. She would never leave him, and nothing bad would happen to her.
"Be quiet! Take your sister and get out of my sight, or I won't hesitate to deal with you."
Seeing the intensity of Finley's anger, Elias quickly turned and led Emily away.
Back at the villa, Emily, her curiosity piqued, asked Elias, "Elias, why did it sound like you were wishing for something bad to happen to Sam just now? Did you disagree with her?"
Elias chuckled softly at his sister's question. "How could I quarrel with Samantha? I was only trying to help Finley prepare for the worst. Perhaps my words weren't the most pleasant, but..."