It was just that Daniel didn't expect that reaction from Rebecca. She didn't say anything bad about him but promised to be responsible for his hospitalization. However, the final thing she said before leaving was like a sharp knife that pierced through all his hopes.No matter what thoughts he harbored for her, they were never ever getting back together. Was it really impossible to reunite?Daniel's mind kept repeating the words Rebecca said. He wasn't interested in the brothers' quarrel, but one thing that caught his attention was Maxwell calling Rebecca "Becca". So, he asked, "How did Maxwell meet Becca?""You're asking me?" Ryan dragged a chair sat by the bed and clicked his tongue again."Who knows what thoughts he has been hiding? He had been asking about Becca from Carl when we were at the Collins …"He paused mid-sentence and swore. "Fuck! Did that jerk have his eyes on Becca since back then? Becca was still a child then!"It was a scary thought, but Ryan felt it was p
Rebecca didn't have time to look at the gibberish Ryan sent. She placed her phone in her pocket and left it there.She had been feeling down since coming out of Daniel's ward. She only remembered leaving Maxwell behind when she was approaching the elevator. She felt repulsed the moment she thought of going back in. So, she stopped walking forward and sat on a bench nearby while waiting for Maxwell to appear. She looked out the window and saw an endless blue sky. Her thoughts started to wander in response.In her memories from a long time ago, Daniel had protected and cared for her like today. It was such an old memory that she had almost forgotten what happened after that.She recalled that when she was still a student, many other students antagonized her and called her names due to the Brown family having to rely on the Winston family to be able to be part of the upper-class society. Every time this happened, Daniel would rescue her.Although he had a gloomy expression each ti
Like …It was a strange word.No matter the type of liking, it always brought joy to people's hearts.A person might like a pet because of how cute it was. They might like beautiful scenery. They might also like the world for its long history …And, they might like a person just because.Rebecca didn't rush to answer him. Rather, she looked at Maxwell with the same seriousness."Like you said, Mr. Jenkins, my words aren't as simple as it sounds. Maybe it's the way my heart skipped a beat when you walked toward me. Or maybe it's because of your repeated help or your courteous manners. "But no matter the reason, it wasn't because of my feelings. I can even admit that Daniel still holds a special place in my heart. Do you still feel the same way after hearing what I said?"Rebecca had feelings for Daniel since she was young. She couldn't tell others that she had fully gotten over him.Even if she decided to cut off all connections with Daniel, when he stood in front of her again
Rebecca hummed. She ignored Mary and her daughter and walked straight toward Zelda. Of course, she didn't forget to greet James on the sickbed, as well as Henry and Emily.Mary grew agitated from being ignored and sneered sarcastically, "Some people are really arrogant. They only have eyes for those they want to see. You can't say that she's rude because she did greet her elders. But she isn't polite either."She was just short of pointing her finger at Rebecca and scolding her.Rebecca didn't mind and patted her mother's shoulder, asking softly, "Are you tired? Do you want to go back first?"Although she didn't know how the discussion went, Rebecca thought it mainly depended on her grandfather's decision. Her mother had come here just to say a few words, hoping the old man wouldn't be stubborn. Seeing the current situation, things might get complicated with Mary here. In case things escalated, she was afraid her mother would become emotional and trigger her illness again.Zelda
Fortunately, no one in the hospital room paid much attention to Mary. Except for James's helpless sigh, the others were used to her personality. What else could they do? She was always throwing tantrums. If they argued with her every time, they would have been driven crazy by now.After Mary left, the others in the room didn't linger either. Zelda was in poor health, and coming out here was already worrying enough. If they stayed longer, the rest of the Johnson family might come looking for them.So, after bidding farewell to Henry and his wife, they left with their meal boxes.Seeing them leave, Henry and his wife also intended to leave. After all, everything that needed to be said had been said. James didn't oppose it as they had imagined, so the weight in their hearts had lifted. It was getting late, and they wanted to go back to have a meal and rest properly. Plus, it had been a while since they had spent time with their son. The thought of moving to Jimmy's place had them fee
James was lost in thought as well. It wasn't because he was afraid that his troublesome daughter would accuse him of favoritism. So what if he was biased?Mary hadn't contributed anything significant to the family. Even if he gave 99% of the family assets to Henry, it would still be his rightful share, and she had no right to complain. James was just tired of arguments. Not only did arguments make things ugly, but the Johnson family might come into the mix. Gourmet Haven would be a mess if that happened.Four Seasons was established later than Gourmet Haven. Initially, it was just a makeshift shelter for homeless children. Somehow, it had managed to build a reputation as a distinguished family of chefs. Later, it even started taking reservations, adapting to the times.In contrast, Gourmet Haven always followed a budget-friendly route and opened multiple stores. However, Four Seasons was now flourishing while Gourmet Haven, which was supposed to be a family-oriented business, ha
While Rebecca was still in a daze, Liam began to explain himself. "I came to Rookfort with Markus because I wanted to taste your cooking again. "But I also came to help your mother with her illness. It's not that I didn't want to help you when we were back in Riverwood. But I had hoped you could cook a few more meals for me. "I never expected you to leave. That got me to reflect on myself."Rebecca was surprised, finding it both shocking and amusing. So, Liam had been holding out just to taste her cooking?This …Rebecca didn't know how to react. "If Dr. Mansion is willing to help my mother with her illness, I swear to cook for you every meal."Liam laughed heartily. "If you say that, I might as well move in with you in the future!"Rebecca also smiled. "Of course, you're welcome to stay as long as you want.""You old rascal. You're pushing your luck! I didn't even get to stay at her place for long. How dare you ask for this ridiculous demand?" Markus had enough. He slapped L
While other matters might have been forgivable, this particular issue was something Markus couldn't tolerate. Apprenticeship was no laughing matter in the Flanneys. Ever since his father accepted Rebecca as his disciple, and even ordered Markus to think of her as his senior, it symbolized the continuation of the Flanneys' culinary legacy. Once she had accepted the apprenticeship, recognizing another master would be unthinkable! Even if they were not in the same field, he would never agree to it. Absolutely not!Markus had even planned for such a situation. If Rebecca were to compromise for the sake of her mother's illness, he wouldn't blame her, but he would never see her again. Someone who abandoned their teacher, even for family, would not be welcomed back. The Flanneys had no shortage of successors.The people at the table seemed caught off guard by Markus' outburst and took a moment to react. Liam even assumed that Markus was merely defending his pride, which was why