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?"

a lengthy silence, Phillip finally said, "Mom, I don't ask for much, but this

whims of the youth, tired from

right by her children but

everything, she valued her children's happiness over any supposed benefits or dignity. The Richardson family had already lost so much face due to Curtis's actions;

I can't be bothered anymore." Jennifer waved him off, "Tina seems like a strong-willed girl, not that she seems interested

Richardsons' that afternoon, planning to rent a suite

to stay in Stonebridge for long, and it just so happened her best friend

Richardsons had arranged for

the address and buried her head in her phone, she didn't notice their route When

Phillip's apartment building.

she asked, "Are you trying to kidnap me

young master instructed me to

the car, she declined his offer

friend, they were discussing where to dine when Hamilton's

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

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