It seemed his affection was a one-way street.

"Why does it have to be Tina?"

"It just does."

"Do you remember the uproar when you two called off your engagement? The newspapers had a field day with your story. Have you forgotten all about your reputation, and what about the Richardson family's image?"

"Besides, the Watsons and the Lewises are already discussing a merger through marriage. Have you considered whether they'd even approve of you two being together? Are you planning to whisk her away?"

This wasn't a simple matter between him or Tina; it involved three influential families and wasn't something to be taken lightly.

Phillip knew this, yet on the night he flew to Capital City to find her, he was ready to face all the consequences.

"If she's willing, I will."

Jennifer rubbed her temples, at a loss for words, "Phillip, you were always so cautious. What's up now?"

I don't ask

the youth, tired from dealing with her two

do right by her children but

supposed benefits or dignity. The Richardson family had already lost so much face due to Curtis's actions; losing a bit more wouldn't make much

be bothered anymore." Jennifer waved him off,

had moved out of the Richardsons' that afternoon, planning to rent a suite at a

and it just so happened

Richardsons had

she didn't notice their route When the car stopped, she looked up to find herself at

Phillip's apartment building.

to the driver, she asked, "Are

"The young master instructed

out of the car, she declined his offer to help with her luggage and hailed another cab as soon as he

friend, they were

causing Hamilton to lower his guard. She had managed to retrieve her ID and sneak off to Stonebridge. Without her passport, she couldn't cause much trouble domestically, and with Alfred also in Stonebridge on business, Hamilton had let her be.

funny how late his info

a cold,

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