Maria caught Monica's arm just as Monica was about to head downstairs."The reason your father got investigated is because of Kathy. There's absolutely zero chance of your father joining Congress this time. You'd better stop mingling with her so that your future won't get jeopardized."I think you should just quit your job at Weiss Group. Any other company is better than Weiss Group right now."Also, I don't think you'll ever stand a chance in getting together with Terence."Monica pursed her lips without responding to Maria.Soon, the noises coming from the living room grew fainter. Only then did Maria release her grip on Monica's arm. After that, Monica headed downstairs to check on the situation.Kathy was slumped on the floor while clutching her arm. Obviously, she was struck by Norman earlier.Norman threw away the object he was holding. Then, he looked at Kathy seriously."Right now, there are a lot of people waiting to see me make a fool of myself. If you don't resolve t
Monica looked at Kathy's smug expression and felt that her aunt was beyond redemption at this point.She withdrew her gaze from Kathy and said in a cold voice, "As long as you don't cause any trouble for my dad, we'll mind our own business."Upon hearing Monica's words, a hint of displeasure flashed in Kathy's eyes."You little brat! I helped you so much with that incident with Robin. Now that I'm in trouble, you plan to disassociate yourself from me?"Hearing that, Monica clenched her hands into tight fists.It seemed like she had found an answer to the question that had been bothering her for a while now.She wondered if what Chandler said to her that day had been about Robin.With this thought in mind, Monica couldn't help but take a deep breath. Her expression grew even more solemn.…Ever since Lawson Bradley came to the hospital, Alina's condition had managed to stabilize.For them, the good news was that the cancer cells hadn't continued to spread.However, because it
Conner had indeed treated Robin like she was his own daughter over the years.It was only natural that he hoped that she could have a better life."I hope Robin can be publicly recognized as a part of the Weiss family. I've already discussed this matter with the head of the family. He has approved of it," Chandler said.Upon hearing that, Conner's expression turned hesitant almost immediately.Chandler continued, "I've already apologized to both Alina and Robin for my mistakes in the past. I know I won't be able to make it up to Alina anymore, but I sincerely hope that I can make it up to Robin."As her father, it's only fair that I do something for her. As long as she becomes part of the Weiss family, she'll become a cherished member of the household."Her status and position in life will be elevated. She'll be different from regular folk."Chandler's tone was earnest as he spoke.After hesitating for a moment, Conner replied in a deep voice, "This is a decision only Robin her
After Robin finished speaking, she hung up the call right away.Little did she know that the person who had answered the call at that moment wasn't Chandler. It was Kathy.…After Kathy apologized to Mindy, her scandal was quick to clear up at Weiss Group. If it weren't for the few people who followed the news, no one would have known what was going on.Chandler's determination to divorce Kathy was very firm. It was to a point where lawyers were approaching Kathy.Kathy thought about how she had no feelings for Chandler at all. And so, she might as well divorce him.After all, they did not have any mutual attachment.Kathy had always been secretly plotting ways to deal with Mindy.If she were single, then it might force Jack to divorce as well.So when Kathy arrived at Weiss Group, she planned to discuss the matter of divorce with Chandler.Unexpectedly, she found that Chandler was in a meeting. She ended up answering the call from Robin instead.With the phone in hand, Kath
Monica had always been given the simplest and easiest tasks in the president's office.However, it was evident to everyone that Monica was no longer a favorite of Chandler's recently. He was completely indifferent toward her, so others began to disregard her place in the company as well.As a result, Monica no longer received any special treatment.Kathy quickly learned which hospital and ward Alina was in and made her way there.When Conner walked toward Alina's ward and saw Kathy approaching aggressively, he immediately stepped forward to intercept."What are you doing here?" he asked.Kathy had already reached Alina's door at that point. If Conner had been a step too late, she would have entered the ward already."You're not welcome here. Please leave," he said.Kathy merely smiled and looked at Conner provocatively as she said, "Your wife and my husband have been having an affair for a long while. Of course, you guys wouldn't welcome me here."But I want to see just how ca
Although Robin was fuming on the inside, she had encountered clients even more ruthless than Kathy. As such, she knew how to handle the situation.Since Kathy deliberately wanted to provoke them, she naturally wouldn't show them any mercy."Dad, you should head inside first," Robin said.Hearing this, Conner looked over at Robin with concern in his eyes.Robin remained calm. "I can control my emotions, don't worry," she said.Only then did Conner turn back and head into Alina's ward.After Conner closed the door behind him, Robin looked at Kathy with disdain."Madam Blake, if I were you, I wouldn't even have the courage to step out of my house right now."As Robin spoke, she glanced at the people around who were watching the scene."You guys might not be aware, but this woman was in the news recently. She relied on her brother's powerful position and her family's influence to break up another family."She even went to assault the wife of the man she had been having an affair
Even though Chandler and Terence weren't related by blood, Terence was still considered part of the Weiss family. And so, Robin and Terence were technically cousins.Kathy didn't expect Terence to stand by Robin without any hesitation even after knowing about their true relationship."Terence, have you lost your mind?" Robin asked.Robin felt extremely conflicted at the moment.Terence's hand on her shoulder felt burning hot for some reason. She wanted to shy away from his touch, but whenever she tried to move away, Terence would just tighten his hold on her.And so, Robin was forced to stand close beside Terence."My uncle and I have no blood relation. Madam Blake, I believe you're well aware of that. So, this doesn't prevent me from being with Robin," Terence said calmly. As he spoke, he lowered his head to look at Robin next to him.Robin looked up at Terence with a shocked expression on her face.She didn't know what Terence really meant when he said that he didn't have a
Alina held Robin's hand tightly. Her expression was filled with urgency as she looked at Robin."Roo…"Seeing her mother in such distress, Robin hurriedly tightened her grip on Alina's hand and said, "Mom, I'm right here. I'm not going anywhere. You don't have to worry."Alina nodded earnestly at that, then coughed violently a few more times.Conner walked over to Terence upon seeing how the situation had played out. "Mr. Weiss, it'd be best if you headed home first. I'll talk to Robin's mother about this."Terence nodded upon hearing this.He was worried that his presence might worsen Alina's condition, so he spun on his heel and left accordingly.As Terence was leaving, Robin glanced over at him. Terence also looked back at her.Their eyes met briefly before Robin quickly averted her gaze.Terence's gaze turned even more resolute when he looked at Robin.…After leaving the hospital, Kathy headed straight back to the Blake Residence.Monica had just finished work when she
Even though Lukas was now back together with her, Jenny could clearly feel that their relationship could never return to the way it had been in the past. After spending some time with Lukas, Jenny felt that Lukas' heart no longer belonged to her.Once Conner and Robin were done packing up Alina's belongings at the hospital, they made their way to Robin's car. Robin drove them to her apartment. Upon seeing where they were heading, Conner said to Robin softly, "Roo, I won't be going back to your apartment."Upon hearing this, Robin looked confused. Before she could ask why, Conner added softly, "I want to return to Swiree."Robin was taken aback for a moment. Then, she replied, "Dad, you really don't need to rush back home."Conner had already sold the family business in Swiree when Alina was hospitalized in Henkel. As such, Robin had not expected to hear Conner tell her that he wanted to return to Swiree."Just stay here," Robin said.Upon hearing that, Conner sighed softly and
After Alina passed away, her body was taken to the funeral home the next morning.Alina had instructed Conner to keep her funeral simple after her death.After Alina was hospitalized, Conner showed her a grave site according to her wishes.A van from the funeral home came to the hospital the next morning to take Alina's body to the funeral home.Upon hearing the news, Jean and Tyler rushed to the hospital and accompanied Robin there.On the way to the funeral home, Tyler tried to call Terence. However, Terence did not answer.Tyler had to call Wilson to inform Terence of what had happened.Only a handful of relatives and friends attended the funeral to pay their respects to Alina.With Jean and Tyler's help, Alina's funeral wasn't much trouble to set up.Terence received the news of Alina's death in the afternoon. Only then did he rush to the funeral home.When Terence arrived, Alina's remains had already been cremated and placed in an urn.He walked over to Robin. When he s
Robin's call managed to go through, but no one answered her call even after a long while.Robin gradually tightened the grip she had on her phone. She tried to maintain her composure while holding the phone.After what seemed like ages, Terence finally answered her call."Roo, why are you still up?"Terence's gentle voice came through in the end. His tone was tinged with a hint of exhaustion.Upon hearing his voice, Robin secretly breathed a sigh of relief.Seeing that Terence had ended up answering her call, she supposed there weren't any problems to worry about."Yeah, I haven't gone to sleep yet. I'm still—"Robin was about to tell Terence that she was still at the hospital.However, Terence quickly interjected, "I'm still at the hospital now."Upon hearing Terence's words, Robin unconsciously tightened her grip on her phone. Her heart quivered in fear for a moment.She suddenly felt insecure.Robin hummed in acknowledgment and asked, "Is Ms. Blake not doing well?"Robi
Robin's response was in no way problematic.From her response, it was clear how cautious and serious she was when dealing with matters of the heart.Brian sighed and looked at Robin deeply.However, Robin deliberately avoided Brian's gaze at this moment.She didn't want him to waste his time on her. Robin certainly didn't want Brian's friendship with Terence to be negatively affected because of her.Seeing that Robin was deliberately avoiding his gaze, Brian curled his lips into a small smile and said softly, "You don't need to be so wary of me. I'm not going to force you to help me."I'm glad to see that you're going steady with Terence. I'm looking forward to attending your guys' wedding."Upon hearing this, Robin pursed her lips lightly. She let out a calm smile and replied, "Well, then you'll have to spend quite some time waiting."Brian turned to look at Robin. He had a tender expression on his face as he said, "Don't worry, I know Terence very well. I'm certain he'll marr
Robin couldn't help looking surprised upon seeing Brian dressed in formal attire. He looked somewhat weary."Mr. Collins," Robin greeted.Brian nodded slightly in response and walked over to her side.He whispered, "I heard that Aunt Alina isn't doing very well, so I came to check on you guys. Don't be too upset if you can help it."Upon hearing this, Robin pursed her lips. She replied in a soft voice, "I already expected this to happen, so I'm not too upset by it. I just feel a bit helpless at the moment."Although Robin had already anticipated this outcome, she couldn't change it.Robin sighed as a hint of grief filled her eyes.Brian walked over to sit beside her. His tone was gentle as he said, "Death is inevitable for everyone, after all. People either die from old age or sickness. Try to take it easy."Aunt Alina probably wouldn't want you to be so upset either."Robin nodded and turned her gaze toward Brian. When she noticed that was wearing a suit, she asked, "Where we
During her conversation with Alina, Robin had already tried her best to keep her emotions under control. She did not expect Alina to get so worked up.Robin simply didn't want Alina to use her past as an example to educate Robin.After all, everybody was living a different life.Robin would never settle for second best.Robin sat quietly as the doctor continued talking. But she didn't hear a word he said. Noticing Robin's low spirits, Conner said softly to her after the doctor left, "Roo, don't burden yourself with all this. This day was bound to come sooner or later."Although Conner was trying to comfort Robin, his voice was hoarse and contained a hint of melancholy that he failed to conceal.Robin took a deep breath. With her reddened, teary eyes, she told Conner, "I shouldn't have argued with her knowing she was sick. With her current state, it's my fault that I insisted on my point."Conner sighed with a hint of helplessness in his expression. He avoided Robin's eyes and
Robin took a deep breath and said softly, "Don't worry about Chandler. Terence will handle it."After all, Chandler raised Terence like a son despite not being blood-related. The bond between them was too strong for Terence to ignore."Just focus on getting better."Alina went silent for a while. Robin chose not to say anything further either.She wanted to end the discussion in Alina's silence. But to her surprise, Alina uttered hesitantly after a long pause, "No, Terence will not care about Chandler."If Terence helps Chandler out, Weiss Group will face setbacks. Terence prioritizes his interests above all else. He won't care about Chandler. I…"Robin watched Alina getting worked up as she continued talking. Robin couldn't help but feel bad.However, she couldn't pinpoint her feelings. Did she feel bad because after all these years, Alina still cared about Chandler? Or was it because Conner's effort was being overlooked by Alina?Even though Chandler was her biological father
Conner had been working tirelessly to take care of the family. Even now that Alina fell ill, he cared for her selflessly."I should go back and check on your mom. If not, she'll wake up and find herself alone."Robin felt bad watching Conner's silhouette. She and Conner went back to the ward together. Sure enough, Alina was already awake.Robin sat on the couch and felt a mix of emotions as she watched Conner care for Alina devotedly.Alina had finished her medicine for the day, and Conner needed to get her the newly prescribed medicine from the pharmacy. So, Robin stayed back to keep Alina company.Robin kept her gaze fixed on Alina's weary face and asked softly, "Mom, do you want me to end up like you?"Alina paused for a moment after listening to Robin as a hint of confusion flashed in her eyes. Clearly, she did not understand the meaning of Robin's words.Robin took a deep breath to control her own emotions and continued softly, "I was referring to finding a man who takes
Terence was waiting at a traffic light, so his surroundings were noisy. As Robin's voice was very soft, Terence couldn't quite make out what she was saying. "I'm heading to the hospital to check on her now. How are things with your mom?" Terence repeated his question to Robin again. Robin went silent. She had already decided to be with Terence, and he had also publicly clarified that nothing was happening between him and Monica. So, it would be childish of her to ask the question again because he had already made things clear. Robin's lips were pressed together, and her expression had reverted back to normal. She said, "She's fine here. Don't worry about it." She then murmured softly under her breath, "I'll call you back later. Drive safely." As soon as she finished talking, she immediately ended the call. Terence didn't give it much thought after Robin ended the call. He turned the engine on and drove off to the hospital to visit Monica. Robin stood in the cor