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?"

Phillip finally said, "Mom, I don't ask for much, but this time, I want to follow

the whims of the youth, tired from dealing

and Leanne's situation, she had made many mistakes, trying to do right by her children but failing

children's happiness over any supposed benefits or dignity. The Richardson family had already

all love to stir things up; I can't be bothered anymore." Jennifer waved him off, "Tina seems like a strong-willed girl, not that she seems interested in

of the Richardsons' that afternoon, planning to rent a

stay in Stonebridge for long, and it just so happened her best friend was staying at

Richardsons had

in her phone, she didn't notice their route When the car

Phillip's apartment building.

asked, "Are you trying to kidnap me

awkwardly, "The young master instructed

she declined his offer to help with her luggage and hailed another cab as soon

with her best friend, they were discussing where to dine when

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. His call today was spurred by some gossip he'd heard "I hear you stayed

finding it funny how

a cold,

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