Alina looked at Robin with a puzzled expression. She raised her head to see a man in a black trench coat walking away in the distance.Alina was stunned to see the departing figure but quickly regained her composure.Customers continued to flow in steadily, and Robin began to get busy.However, when Alina returned to the kitchen, she seemed distracted. She even scalded her hand a few times with boiling water.Unable to bear seeing her like this, Conner could only ask Robin to accompany her mother back home to rest early.…Chandler went back into his car after leaving the small shop. His subordinate was waiting in the car. Upon Chandler's return, he immediately inquired, "Mr. Weiss, is everything resolved?"Chandler's expression was particularly unpleasant. He asked coldly, "Why didn't you tell me that Robin's mother is Alina Matthias?"The expression of Chandler's subordinate changed slightly. There was a hint of confusion in his eyes."Mr. Weiss, it was in the profile."
With some prompting from Coleen, the two chatted for a while.Jean got wind of Robin's visit and came downstairs.Robin immediately stood up from the couch."Mrs. Larson," Robin called out in a low voice, raising her eyebrow slightly."You can call me Jean. Why did we grow apart after you just spent a few days at Weiss Group?" Robin smiled awkwardly.She still had to show Jean some respect in front of Coleen, after all.After Jean came downstairs, Tyler followed suit.Upon seeing Tyler, Robin greeted respectfully, "Mr. Larson."Tyler nodded slightly and muttered, "You don't have to be so formal."Seeing this, Coleen said, "You guys can carry on chatting. I'll go check to see if the kitchen needs help."After Coleen left, the atmosphere in the living room became much more relaxed.After dinner, Robin found an opportunity to talk to Jean privately.Upon learning about Chandler's visit to the countryside town, Jean's expression changed slightly. She asked, "Does Mr. Weiss kn
Jean's tone was unusually firm when she said that.As she listened to Jean, Robin couldn't help but feel a deep sense of envy. If only Terence could be like Tyler. That way, Robin would have the courage to take a gamble.However, she wasn't even in a position to gamble right now."Mr. Larson will definitely not let you down."Having worked for Tyler for so many years, Robin knew his character well. All of Tyler and Jean's previous misunderstandings had stemmed from miscommunication. Now, all those misunderstandings were cleared. Lilian was now under the watch of the Page family and had no chance to act out. Joyce and Dorothy were abroad.Almost all the factors hindering them from being together had completely disappeared. From now on, Jean's and Tyler's lives would be harmonious and beautiful.Jean nodded and said, "Give Mr. Weiss some time. He should be able to deal with the issue with Mr. Chandler."Robin nodded slightly. As they spoke, Tyler approached them whil
Terence's expression changed abruptly upon hearing what Tyler said. His hand inexplicably tightened around the phone.He remained silent, choosing not to respond to Tyler.Tyler said, "Today, my mother arranged for Robin and Russ to meet. Russ has a good first impression of Robin."Their relationship is very likely to develop. Terence, since you have no intention of marrying Robin, I hope you'll let her find a good man."Regardless of the outcome, Tyler appreciated Robin's contributions to Larson Group over the years.Terence hung up the phone as soon as Tyler finished speaking.Tyler looked at his phone silently with a raised eyebrow after being hung up on.When Jean saw Tyler looking at his phone, a hint of doubt crossed her eyes.She whispered, "What's wrong? Did he get angry?"Terence had never hung up a call without saying a word before.Tyler saw Jean's anxious face and replied, "It's nothing. Maybe he just needs some time to think it through."After all, Robin was the
Robin spotted Russ by the roadside and decided to drive away after pondering for a while. He was tailing her car carefully as she continued her drive home. Robin was still feeling unsettled even when she got back to her apartment. Russ only left when her car drove into the condominium, and Robin sighed in relief after seeing his departure from her rearview mirror. He called her right after she parked her car. "Ms. Sage, I'm relieved that you've reached home safely. I hope I didn't scare you a moment ago." Robin sighed after hearing his words. "Thanks for escorting me home, Mr. Cobbett," she said courteously. "It's pretty dangerous for a lady to be driving alone at night," he uttered in a low voice. "Now that you're home, rest well, Ms. Sage." Robin merely responded with, "Okay." There wasn't much to talk about between them, and Russ could also sense that Robin wasn't in the mood to talk at all. "I'm still driving. I'll hang up now," Robin said. S
Robin pulled her arm away from Terence's grip after speaking her mind. She looked calm the whole time. "Goodbye, Mr. Weiss."Terence frowned and stared coldly at Robin. They locked eyes for a few seconds. His gaze was filled with indignation, while she was the picture of calm. Their confrontation finally ended when the door was slammed shut with a loud bang. Seeing him leave, Robin remained frozen in place for a while. A trace of helplessness flashed in her eyes, which were getting red and teary. After all, she had secretly admired Terence for many years. She was finally able to get closer to him, but she had to end things before they even started. It was very painful.Yet, she knew that if she didn't bring this to an end, it would only prolong the agony and suffering. It was for the better to pretend that nothing had ever happened between them. Robin sighed deeply. She wiped her tears away after pulling herself together and went into the bathroom to freshe
Robin took a deep breath. She felt some frustration building up, which made her upset. She bit her lower lip and kept an intense gaze on Chandler. She then said in a solemn tone, "Mr. Chandler, I don't think it's scandalous when a man and a woman are both single."Also, Ms. Blake and Mr. Terence have yet to be engaged. It's not like I came between them either. My only fault was not realizing where I stood and having unwanted fantasies." Chandler just stared at her, his gaze dark and brooding. Robin pursed her lips before speaking in a hushed tone, "I know I can't marry into the Weiss family, and I won't stoop low just to join the family either. If you don't believe me, I won't stand in your way should you pay another visit to Swiree."Chandler fixed an intense stare on Robin, but it seemed as though he was looking at someone else. He snapped back to reality after a short while. He said in a low voice, "Alright, I'll give you a chance." Robin sighed in relief. Chandler
Chandler's expression changed slightly at Terence's words. He quickly regained his composure. Shooting Terence an indifferent gaze, he said, "Terence, I don't want you to follow in my footsteps either. I wish you'll lead Weiss Group to greater heights rather than dwell on relationship problems like now."Terence remained calm upon hearing what he said. "You're right, Uncle Chandler. I shouldn't be so hung up with relationship problems. I'm impressed by how you could nip the problem in the bud so resolutely back then."He slowly shifted his gaze away from Chandler as he looked out the window. "To the Blake Residence," Terence told the driver in a deep voice. Upon receiving Terence's order, the driver began driving to the Blake Residence without hesitation. Chandler frowned slightly, his expression stern and cold. "Terence, don't do anything rash." Terence was calm. He gazed at Chandler and said, "Uncle Chandler, this is my marriage we're talking about. I should
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