Yvette expressed her concerns in a serious tone, "Toby, don't forget that Jean has a son. Are you sure you don't mind?"Given that Toby had never dated anyone before, it meant that he likely had high standards when it came to his potential partner.Yvette was worried that Dorian could be an issue."I've known about her kid for a while now," Toby replied without hesitation, indicating that Dorian's existence wasn't an issue for him.Yvette was surprised by his response. She affectionately patted Toby's shoulder and said, "I knew you had good taste."Toby pushed her hand away, saying, "Get your paws off of me. I need to drive."Meanwhile, Jean arrived at the school to pick Dorian up. Just as she arrived at the entrance, she saw Tyler leave with their son.She unfastened her seatbelt immediately and rushed to catch up."Dorian!" she called out.Upon hearing her voice, Tyler stopped in his tracks.His gaze slightly darkened as he watched Jean take Dorian's hand.Dorian sensed th
Jean nodded slightly. There was little change in her expression. She remained exceptionally calm."I've thought it through. All I want is Dorian and ownership of Michaels Group. I also want Teak Villa because Dorian has gotten used to living there. You promised to give all these to me in the past."I've had to endure a lot during the three years I spent with you. It's only fair that you compensate me for all that. I don't want anything else you have to offer," she said.Tyler glanced at the divorce agreement coldly, then handed it to Chris.Chris took a deep breath and carefully reviewed the terms."Everything is as she's stated, Mr. Larson," he reported.Tyler's expression grew impassive. Then, he said coldly, "Since you still insist on fighting for Dorian, let me make you a compromise. We'll share custody of him. You can decide if you want him to stay with you the first two weeks of each month or the last two."Jean frowned at that.At this moment, Dorian tugged gently at her
Upon hearing Jean's words, derision flickered in Tyler's expression."You've definitely become bolder after getting to know Toby Jacobs. What's happened? Did he give you the confidence to challenge me this way?" he retorted.Jean frowned slightly at Tyler's mention of Toby. She had an impassive look on her face."What's the matter? We were together for so many years, yet you couldn't give me anything. Now that someone else can, does it upset you?" she replied in a calm tone.Tyler's expression shifted drastically upon hearing that.After Jean was done, she avoided looking at him. She merely continued calmly, "My self-confidence and courage aren't gifts from other people. I just don't want things to be like the past. I used to always overthink things and ended up losing out on so much."Dorian gently tugged at Jean's hand and said softly, "Mom, you should head home first. Be careful on your drive back."Nodding, Jean walked away. She didn't glance back at Tyler at all and appeare
Fortunately, Tyler managed to regain enough consciousness to return Dorian's grip on his hand.When Dorian felt Tyler squeeze his hand, he immediately said, "Dad, you're awake!"Upon hearing that, Chris hurriedly sped up to take Tyler to the hospital.After such a scare, a doctor was assigned to follow Tyler everywhere at all times.Jean returned to Teak Villa.The household staff immediately came to greet her and were surprised to find that she had returned alone.Smiling faintly, Jean said, "Dorian went to Larson Residence with his dad."The maid nodded and said, "Alright. I'll make dinner just for you tonight, then."Jean nodded in thanks.After that, she went upstairs. A moment later, she received a call from Dorian.When she saw that her son was calling her, she picked up without hesitation."Dorian, what's wrong?" she asked.Dorian had been with her for a long while recently. Now that Tyler had taken him away, Jean couldn't help but feel nervous.They had only been a
Esme naturally wanted to seize the opportunity she had at this moment.Jean's expression darkened. She headed straight to the hospital after getting her car from the garage.Inside the hospital, Lilian noticed Dorian's strong aversion to Esme.Lilian approached him with a smile on her face. Then, she glared disapprovingly at Esme and said in a stern voice, "Children can distinguish between good and evil. He knows how you've been treating him. I can tell that he doesn't like you at all, so you'd better step aside."Seeing that Lilian was going to try holding his hand, Dorian immediately pulled his hand back.Esme saw that Dorian didn't particularly like Lilian either. She had a smug look on her face as she said, "It seems like he doesn't like you either."Lilian glanced at the smug Esme indifferently and said in a low voice, "Feelings can be nurtured. At least I have a chance to get him to like me. You have no chance at all."Esme's expression changed upon hearing this.Lilian s
Jean heard Esme's voice and looked at her indifferently.Esme had expected Jean to simply walk past her, just as she used to in the past. However, to her surprise, Jean walked directly up to her instead.Esme felt a little uneasy upon noticing the confidence Jean exuded. She unconsciously took a few steps back."You …" Esme began.Jean walked up to Esme and stopped in her tracks. Then, she said coldly, "Oh, if it isn't Esme Page. If I hadn't taken a closer look, I wouldn't have recognized you. Life must've been quite difficult for you in the detention center, huh? Don't worry, you'll be more miserable in the coming days."Esme paled upon seeing Jean's confident expression. She said, "I don't know what you're talking about."Smiling lightly, Jean said in a mocking tone, "It's okay if you don't. You'll know in a few days. The authorities will help you understand. You'll be charged with poisoning and attempted murder. It seems like you'll be spending many years behind bars."Esme p
Upon hearing Tyler's request for Dorian to stay, Jean frowned slightly. Discontent flickered in her eyes.At this moment, Dorian tugged on Jean's hand and said comfortingly, "Mom, you can head home now. I want to stay with Dad."Seeing the determination in Dorian's eyes, Jean nodded and left him in the ward with Tyler.Coleen and Judy followed suit as they exited the ward.Lilian had thought about insisting on staying, but Coleen shot her a cold glare."You have to leave too," Coleen said.Lilian smiled politely and walked out of the ward.Judy took a seat in a nearby chair. She looked incredibly anxious as she asked in a worried tone, "Oh, what kind of damned curse was put upon the Larsons?"Coleen took a seat next to Judy and comforted her. "The doctor said that it's nothing too serious. He just needs proper rest to get better. Mom, your health isn't the best right now. You shouldn't worry about Tyler so much," Coleen said.Sighing, Judy replied, "How can I not worry?"Lili
When Tyler heard that, he reached out to stroke Dorian's head.Nodding calmly, he said, "Yes. I've never forgotten about you."Upon hearing this, Dorian lit up with surprise. He quickly said to Tyler, "I have to tell Mom about this. This is good news!"Tyler immediately grabbed Dorian's hand and said in a serious tone, "Dorian, don't."Dorian didn't quite understand why Tyler stopped him. Furrowing his brows, he looked at his dad in confusion."Why not? Mom will be glad to hear the news. She was really upset when she found out that you forgot about her, you know," he said in a low voice.Sighing, Tyler explained, "Her sadness is only temporary. It won't take her long to forget about me. Dorian, I owe your mother too much. I'm worried that I won't have the time to make it up to her."Dorian still looked puzzled as he listened to what Tyler had to say.He didn't know what to reply, so he simply pursed his lips and stood quietly by Tyler's bedside.After consoling Coleen and Judy
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