With a cold expression, he retorted, “Why don’t you go and beseech the Evans family?”

The Evans family?

The thought of Mark caused Ann to pause.

Assisting Rena in sitting down, Waylen snapped, “You dare not approach the Evans family because you are well aware of the debt you owe Rena. Instead of causing a scene here, why don’t you reflect upon yourself?”

Ann reiterated, her voice trembling, “Lyndon saved Cecilia!”

Unable to remain silent any longer, Juliette interjected, “Indeed, Lyndon saved Cecilia! But do you know how she ended up in the water in the first place?”

The Coleman family fell into silence.

Elvira’s hands clenched tightly as she wondered if Cecilia had recollected the incident once more.

With a disgusted expression, Juliette proclaimed, “It was Elvira who pushed Cecilia into the water! Korbyn and I had suspicions back then but two years ago, we sought the aid of a hypnotist for Cecilia. The hypnotic regression unveiled the truth-Elvira was the one who pushed her!”

Naturally, Elvira vehemently denied the accusation.

Her gaze shifted towards Waylen as she asserted, “I didn’t do iti

Her words hung in the air unanswered.

Predictably, Ann sided with her family, willing to employ any means to coerce Rena into donating her marrow. The atmosphere grew tense and uneasy.

Waylen’s brows furrowed as he intervened, “Rena cannot donate her marrow to Lyndon under any circumstances!”

What?

Ann found it difficult to believe.

She regarded Rena suspiciously and sorrowfully uttered, “Are you just like your mother, harboring animosity towards Lyndon, hence unwilling to save him?”

Rena’s anger flared as she retorted, “My information has been registered with the bone marrow bank since I turned twenty! If I were a suitable match for Lyndon, I would have been notified.”

Ann crumpled to the floor Her gaze fixated blankly on Rena, a sense of bewilderment washing over her.

Rena was unable to save Lyndon. What could she do to rescue him?

Her eyes then shifted towards Alexis.

A glimmer of hope flickered in Ann’s eyes. “Alexis is also related to Lyndon by blood. She…”

Waylen’s temper flared.

He lashed out, delivering a swift kick. “How dare you!”

Ann remained sprawled on the floor, obstinate in her refusal to rise.

Korbyn felt powerless.

Once upon a time, he had believed Lyndon to be a gentleman. Now, it appeared that Lyndon couldn’t even manage his own family affairs, allowing them to spiral out of control.

Korbyn decided to intervene, his tone earnest. “If the bone marrow bank confirms that Rena is a suitable donor for Lyndon, we will not impede her selfless act of kindness towards a stranger. However, Rena will never participate in the donation process as his daughter. As for Alexis, she is just a child. How could you suggest such a thing?”

Ann refused to give in.

Dahlia interjected, her voice pleading, “Korbyn, we’ve known each other for so many years!”

Korbyn’s response was icy, “And what does that matter? I refuse to believe that neither you nor Lyndon were aware of Elvira’s actions, yet you concealed the truth from us and constantly demanded repayment!”

Due to their deceit, Waylen had nearly lost his wife and child.

They had endured numerous hardships over the past years.

Yet, the audacity of the Coleman family to brazenly demand recompense as if nothing had transpired left them astounded.

Korbyn summoned the butler and issued an order, “Henceforth, if any member of the Coleman family arrives, do not open the door.”

Lyndon chanced upon this piece of information as he made his way over.

Positioned by the entrance of the hall, he found himself in an exceedingly awkward predicament. His voice quivered slightly as he asked, “Korbyn, are you truly going to sever ties with me, a close friend?”

Gazing upon Lyndon’s ailing countenance, Korbyn was overcome with pity for his friend.

However, Korbyn held the position of authority within the family.

He served as Rena’s father-in-law and Alexis’ grandfather. It was imperative for the Fowler family to sever all connections with the Coleman family. Any other course of action would be unjust towards Rena and her daughter.

Korbyn steeled his heart and affirmed, “Yes. We are through.”

Lyndon grasped the doorknob, on the verge of collapsing.

He and Korbyn had been friends for numerous years. The realization that their relationship had disintegrated in such a manner was difficult for Lyndon to fathom. Was he truly a failure? Why was he consistently incapable of retaining the people around him?

When he inquired, Korbyn responded in a deep voice, “As a man, you must be resolute. Had you managed to rectify the misunderstanding with Reina in a timely manner, today’s circumstances would not have transpired. You love that woman, yet you sympathize with this woman. The problem is, you can’t have them both! You have made numerous mistakes. You yearn for Rena to acknowledge you as her father, yet you also desire her and Elvira to be good sisters. Lyndon… You are incredibly and foolishly greedy.”

Lyndon’s complexion grew pallid.

His gaze shifted towards Rena and Alexis, who stood beside Rena.

He had finally come face to face with Rena.

With only one heartfelt wish remaining before his demise, he posed a trembling question, “Rena, can you address me as ‘Dad’?”

Rena regarded him calmly.

She made no effort to sugarcoat her response. In a gentle tone, she declined, “Mr. Coleman, take care.”

Lyndon’s face grew even paler.

He forced a bitter smile and extracted a beautiful toy from his embrace, It was a glazed glass toy he had purchased, intended as a gift for Alexis. However, his trembling fingers caused it to slip from his grasp and shatter upon the floor.

The sharp fragments lacerated Alexis’ delicate calves.

Dark red blood began to ooze out slowly.

Waylen swiftly scooped up Alexis, using a tissue to apply pressure to her leg. He then whispered to Rena, “There’s a hemostatic agent in her schoolbag.”

Rena promptly retrieved one and handed it to Alexis to consume.

Blood continued to seep from Alexis’ leg. Overwhelmed by the sight of blood, she buried her head in Waylen’s arms, moaning in agony…

Waylen comforted Alexis in a soft, soothing voice.

with Lyndon

Lyndon appeared visibly stunned.

anticipated such a turn of events. His

were unaware of her condition, so I don’t

any further. She has endured a great

in a dazed

couldn’t help but voice her discontent, saying, “It’s just a minor cut. I can’t believe they’re making such a fuss about it. Waylen’s eyes are filled with

her concern, saying, “That

Lyndon maintained his silence.

the confines of the Fowler residence’s

departed, Korbyn cradled Alexis in his arms. He kissed her gently and

hurts,” Alexis said with a grimace. “Grandpa, blow on my

clasped Alexis’ leg and blew softly on the

were

little one bears such a striking resemblance to you. She possesses the

from Korbyn’s visage as

with

However, her worries lingered.

family, I am unable to directly transfuse blood to her.

explicitly

was always someone between them who had to sacrifice more—probably even their career, to keep Alexis away from

Rena nodded in acknowledgement.

of the conversation. She glanced at her son and invited Rena to have tea

individuals remained

at his son and inquired, “Waylen, I’m uncertain of your intentions. Aren’t you two going to

City Hall and register our marriage right now,

whispered, “Mom sleeps with

Waylen was rendered speechless.

glared at Waylen and reproached, “Hey! Don’t give my Lexi that death stare just because she tells the

head and said kindly to

Alexis erupted in giggles.

planted a sweet kiss on his

melted into

when can you take over the reins of the company from

attend to. How about I take care of Alexis

Waylen remain oblivious to Korbyn’s

and replied slowly, “I have my hands full with the Exceed Group. Adding the Fowler Group to the

won’t be worn out to death.

eyes, allowing him to discern at a glance that Waylen and Rena

were merely

Humph!

regarded Waylen as a

on the other side, Juliette savored her tea in the company

She retained her beauty and air of nobility, yet there was always a hint of sorrow in her countenance due to

refrained from addressing

cup of tea for her. Rena’s countenance exuded warmth as

for me to hope that you can forgive Waylen. He did err in the past. However, if your anger still lingers, I

then tenderly clasped Rena’s

Rena resist such

her head

then, Waylen approached. He positioned himself beside Rena, his hand resting gently upon her shoulder and softly remarked, “It’s time for

Rena nodded in agreement.

but her

calls home,

Alexis

other hand, needed to attend to company matters. He

his head and inquired, “Are you

you referring to

tenderly caressed his seat belt, opting to remain

were to encounter Elvira today, it might resurrect unpleasant

demonstrate his loyalty to Rena,

had never been plagued by such apprehension

cherish her but he couldn’t discern if she would appreciate it or

closed her eyes

could Rena possibly be

was willing to

ceased his inquiries and proceeded to

in high regard and held her friend in

the car alongside Rena, entered the establishment, and

Vera smiled and remarked, “He’s truly

ordered an

a gentle stir of her coffee, she took a sip and smiled

he’s not quite the same as before. In the past, it was challenging to establish a connection with

and added, “It’s a _ positive development for

Rena returned the smile.

Rena’s hand and said, “Don’t dismiss it lightly Truthfully, he treats you well. You can put him to the test and if you find his love to

Rena blushed slightly.

she asked, “Am I with him solely

glance at her son and whispered,

nearly spat out

She glanced at James.

as perceptive as Alexis and remained oblivious

on the verge of discussing it with

caught sight

tea shop,

stood Cecilia, holding

the boy grew increasingly restless, prompting Cecilia to pick him

Rena observed them quietly.

eyes welled

pampered since childhood, now waiting in line under the

longer adorned herself

a simple white

thinner than before, with little trace of her

had noticed Cecilia as well, exclaimed in astonishment, “Isn’t that Cecilia?

Vera’s nature, she was ready to rush

however, halted her, stating firmly,

experienced similar circumstances and understood

She feared her parents’ sorrow and disappointment,

her voice, Rena whispered, “Vera,

driver arrived

Rena in tears, Alexis rushed over, pressing herself against her

little hands, she wiped away Rena’s

Alexis’ sweet gestures, Vera remarked, “Alexis is so

Cecilia. And don’t mention this to Roscoe. I’m afraid Cecilia might panic

situation’s gravity,

a good conversation

Cecilia with Alexis by

was about to leave with the boy in her arms.

turned her head slowly and saw Rena

trembling lips betrayed her

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