Stunned by what Charlotte said, Robbie asked, “What happened?”

“Nothing.” Charlotte tousled his hair. “Robbie, get changed quickly and bring Fifi along.”

“Understood.” Robbie nodded at once. He became emotional over the thought that his mommy and Fifi were going home together with him.

Given how long he had left home, he didn’t know how much it had changed.

Meanwhile, at the Nacht residence, Taylor came to the study to see Zachary. He wanted to officially discuss the wedding. “Zachary, it isn’t appropriate for Cynthia to continue staying in your home and taking care of the family. Why don’t both of you get registered?”

Zachary was going through some documents. When he heard Taylor’s proposal, he didn’t agree, but neither did he reject it.

 

Observing Zachary’s mood, Cynthia exchanged glances with her father.

in the public announcement. Since having a wedding now wouldn’t be appropriate, why don’t you just get the marriage registered? By the time you,

 

“You seem to

best for their children. Given my age and deteriorating health, I just want Cynthia to find a good husband.

for Zachary of my own volition. You’re turning this into emotional

one is blackmailing anyone. I’m just discussing with Zachary.” Taylor grew anxious. “Do you know what others say about you? The Nacht family doesn’t acknowledge you and yet, you throw yourself at them, helping them with their

have been kept secret all this while. How is it possible someone on the outside knows about it?” Finally, Zachary remarked indifferently, “Mr. Blackwood, who is this person you

was dumbfounded after being questioned by

signed in frustration, ”Exactly. I like being here. Everyone treats me with respect unlike what you are alleging.

with outsiders? I’m doing this for

Zachary didn’t want to continue the topic. “Just as you said, every member of the family is sick now. Hence, no one is in the mood to think about anything else.

Taylor added with a smile. “Perhaps, once you and Cynthia have registered your marriage, your disease will

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