It was a shame, really-Sydney had a persistent sadness about her, one that Christopher had sensed from the moment he first laid eyes on her.

Though his frequent appearances at various high-profile events meant he interacted with many people, this particular encounter with Sydney had reminded him of that fleeting, striking impression.

"You're Theodore's mother, which makes you Rose's mother-in-law. Did you come to the hospital to see her today?"

Sydney was momentarily taken aback, confusion flickering in her eyes. "How do you know that? You..."

"I've spoken with Rose before. She mentioned these details. I'm Christopher, Sebastian's uncle," he explained.

Sydney froze, realizing that Christopher was Sebastian's uncle. This implied that Geoffrey's former wife must be related to Christopher-either as a sibling or a close relative.

It made sense now why Geoffrey had been so desperate to marry that woman. The depth of the connection was undeniable, and who could resist such allure?

visit Rose?" Sydney asked, her

figure, she wondered if seeing Sebastian's injured face would lead him to retaliate against her in some way. The last thing Sydney wanted was for Christopher to use his power to make her position as a bank president precarious. Yet, her greater fear was that Sebastian might harbor resentment against her. Revealing herself as his mother could only deepen his hatred. Abandoning

and responded gently, "Yes, it's been a while. I've been busy, but I

have a fondness for Rose," Sydney remarked. She hadn't expected someone of his stature to take

she's married to Sebastian, she's my niece now, and I'll

said, unsure why she felt compelled to thank

with Rosalie was no

and gently wiped them away with his finger. Sydney flinched, pulling away in surprise. She could

hand with a nonchalant air. "Such a beautiful face should not be marred by tears." His

awkward smile. "I'm getting older, so it doesn't matter much." "Every age has its beauty. Only fools

Christopher himself was well-preserved-tall, handsome, with no balding or bulging belly. His physique was excellent, his dark hair full, and his features were strik attractive. Such a man was hard not

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