Javier stormed in with a stern expression, exuding deep resentment. He was closely followed by Rory.

“The weather is so good today. Why do you look so gloomy? Don’t ruin my day.”

Clicking his tongue, Newton shifted his gaze away from Javier’s solemn face, showing clear annoyance toward him. “Seeing you makes my chest feel tight.

It’s like I’ve lost another two years of life.”

Javier paid no mind to banter with Newton. He went straight for Lauren, completely disregarding the presence of the Taylors. “Lauren! Come back with me now!”

Lauren looked visibly frightened, her face turning pale. Instinctively, she clutched her teddy bear and stepped back.

Just as Javier’s hand was about to touch her, another hand with taut veins suddenly grabbed his wrist firmly, like a pair of handcuffs.

Lauren’s eyes widened abruptly as she looked at the tall figure standing in front of her. “Cyrus…”

smiled coldly. “Mr. Javier, please

hand out from under Cyrus’ restraint. Embarrassment and anger showed in

narrowed slightly, and

to

firmly. It was as if he were treating Javier like a

Newton, Mom, it’s about time. I’ll take Lauren out.” Cyrus suppressed the chill in his eyes and bid farewell to

anger, Javier let out a furious roar. “Didn’t you hear what I just said, Mr. Cyrus? Lauren must come back with me. She’s

out with Cyrus first. Mrs. Taylor even visited us with thoughtful gifts.

you did, you wouldn’t be treating them this way!” Javier impatiently waved his hand. “Regardless, my daughter cannot associate with the son of the Taylor family. I can’t explain the reason

Mandy’s cold and imposing voice cut through the tense

her eyes and landed her intimidating gaze on Javier’s face. “Why are you keeping us in suspense? Mr. Javier, if you have something to say, speak openly. Why can’t your daughter associate with my

demonstrated that the matriarch of

Winston. If Javier could marry such an outstanding and capable wife, maybe he wouldn’t be so

“Mrs. Taylor, can you swear that you didn’t bring your son to approach Lauren under Alyssa’s

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