Chapter 1779
Alyssa cast a doubtful glance at them, “What’s up with you two? Strangers now?”
Robin snapped back to reality, forcing an awkward smile, “Mother, what brings you here?”
“What? I can’t see my own son now?”
Robin pursed his lips. “I’m happy to see you, mother”
Alyssa sighed inwardly. Her son could sometimes be too serious, not the type to handle jokes well. “Tve finally managed to divorce. Came over to celebrate with a meal “c2
Robin took a moment, glancing at the expressionless Royce, then back at his mother’s demeanor from start to finish. She seemed oblivious to the recent happenings. He relaxed a little upon realizing this, quickly saying, ‘I’ll have the cooks prepare something right away.”
“No need I’ll cook today and prepare the dishes you used to love”
Robin looked surprised, unable to believe what his mother just said. ‘No, no need
“Don’t worry I won’t make it too spicy I guess with age, tastes change the most
“But your health.
“I know my limits “Hannah gave him a reassuring nod and guided Alyssa inside
Robin stood there looking at Royce, lips moving but no words forming
Royce merely held Elizabeth close, giving him an indifferent look before entering the house.
Robin stood outside for a moment longer before following them in His wife had grown accustomed to life in Hong Kong and had returned there after just a few days here He had been busy with work and had been living alone. The villa was large but simply furnished. Most of his time was spent at Harper’s Mansion Sometimes he even stayed overnight at the office so the house rarely felt lively
Alyssa looked around, feeling a pang of sympathy Elizabeth was also surprised by his living conditions
Though Robin always kept his concerns to himself, his intentions were not hard to figure out. Since he had the intention to fight for the Harper family it was surprising to see him leading such a simple life
“What are you thinking? You are a Harper after all. Why live so frugally? Alyssa was displeased with his current state, “We work hard to earn money so we can enjoy life You’re at an age where you should be enjoying life. We spend the first half of our lives working for ourselves, the second half for our kids. Your kids are doing great, your life should be fulfilled. You need to let go of whatever’s troubling you”
Alyssa was blunt, but her words were somewhat subtle. He was a man after all, and she worried that being too harsh might hurt his pride
Robin merely nodded. “You’re night, Mother As long as the kids are happy I should be content”
“Glad you understand it’s not too late”
The living room fell silent for a moment. Not just Alyssa, even Elizabeth sensed the unusual atmosphere “What’s wrong? Why the long face now? Is something bothering you?”
Robin shook his head. “No.”
Alyssa was a bit upset. Even if there was, you probably wouldn’t tell me. I’ll head to the kitchen. You two brothers should catch up.”
Robin tightened his lips. “Take care, Mother”
Elizabeth was still puzzled, but she followed Alyssa to the kitchen to help
Royce sat on the sofa Robin sat in a chair beside him, brewed the coffee and pushed the cup in front of Royce Royce’s expression was indifferent as he picked up the teacup and took a sip.
“Im sorry for everything it was a while before Robin spoke.
Royce didn’t respond The atmosphere in the room was frosty
After a few minutes, Royce finished his tea. He stood up and said, “Let’s go for a walk.”
Robin put down his cup and followed silently
They walked along the covered walkway towards a garden, surrounded by several small buildings.
“Have you sorted everything out? Royce asked
“There’s nothing to sort out. I don’t want to make a scene.
“You’re not going to handle it, then? Have you thought about what you’re going to tell our mother? And your wife, your son, how will you explain to them? Do you really think disappearing without a trace is a good solution? Or do you think that since you’re going to jail, it doesn’t matter what happens to them?”
“Of course not Robin was silent for a moment before he finally said, “I’ll tell them I’m going on a business trip, expanding the Harper family’s market. A few years should suffice When when Mother passes, I’ll tell my wife”
“After Mother passes Royce muttered
They reached the park, surrounded by neatly arranged pines and cypresses. Even in the harsh winter, they were lush and green.
Robin nodded. “From now on, please take care of Father and Mother You and Elizabeth should settle down. And I hope you and Damon can keep this from Travis He’s at a crucial stage of his life I don’t want to ruin his life’s efforts.”
Royce stopped abruptly, turning to look at him with icy gazes “You realize what you’ve done could ruin your son’s life?”
Robin kept silent. Suddenly, he felt a punch to his face, causing him to stumble and finally fall to the ground.
He looked up at Royce. He had never seen his brother, who always kept his emotions in check, so angry
His anger was palpable, it was more than just being irate. The cold emanating from him was almost lethal
“I’m sorry”
Royce stepped towards him, grabbing his collar and pulling him up before landing another punch in his stomach. Tell me, what exactly have you done? And think about whether your apology deserves a response”
A punch to Robins gut had him crumpling in pain, his face contorted in a grimace with a thin trail of blood trickling from the corner of his mouth. His eyes were rimmed red
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the pained expression on his face unmistakable
“I’m sorry”
“Smack!”
Another punch landed on his stomach, “Why can’t you just talk to me about your grievances? You want control of the company? I can relinquish it. You want to prove yourself? I could give you opportunities! But do you really need to msort to such underhanded tactics? You even got involved with the royal family of country and that’s quite a feat! Just for the sake of the company you disregarded the lives of others. Even towards me, you showed no mercy
“Robin! Who am I to you? Hmm? We share the same blood. Do you realize that? What the hell is going on in your heard? For the
atrocious actions?
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