Chapter 258 What''s Wrong with Robin?


    Robin acknowledged Marrisa with a polite nod, though he didn''t say much more.


    He shared anecdotes from his experiences in Fricana, hoping to alleviate some of her concerns.


    As apassionate woman struggling to raise Brenda in such harsh circumstances, Marrisa faced relentless exploitation from corrupt officials and con artists each day.


    How could she possibly consider engaging with individuals like Hugh and Nico?


    For her, it was a matter of survival-paying them off asionally just to maintain some semnce of peace.


    The thought of fighting back had never even crossed her mind.


    Now that Robin had returned from the gambling den with an impressive 300,000 dors, how could Marrisa ept this money?


    She was all too aware that Hugh and Nico would not take this lightly.


    epting their funds could mean sacrificing her peace and inviting further troubles into her life.


    Robin understood her predicament as well.


    Before he had even entered that gambling den, he had resolved to assist Marrisa with her issues before departing.


    He would never allow her and Brenda, two kind-hearted women, toe to harm.


    Marrisa gestured for Alison to take a seat.


    Alison stood frozen at the doorway, still dazed by her unexpected encounter with Robin.


    The atmosphere in the small soup restaurant became tense and awkward.


    Brenda paused, sensing a connection between Alison and Robin.


    "Alison, do you know Robin?"


    "Uh... yeah!" Alison replied, still unsure whether to step inside or retreat.


    "What''s going on, Robin?" Brenda prodded him.


    "Oh, we met briefly on the ne," Robin stated tly, showing little emotion.


    At that moment, Alison''s feelings were a tangled mess.


    From the instant sheid eyes on Robin, she felt an undeniable spark of attraction.


    His impressive ability to handle the four men from Demberoa during the flight had ignited a desire within her to know him better, which led her to eagerly give him her business card.


    However, as soon as she exited the airport and viewed him in a different context, her dreams were shattered.


    She never imagined that someone as capable, charming, and well-groomed as Robin could be a kept man, dependent on the wealth of an older woman-Stephanie, the powerful eldest daughter of the Rogarios family, to be precise. Alison looked at Robin with a blend of disdain and fear, taken aback by how familiar he seemed with Brenda and her family.


    Seeing himfort Marrisa only deepened her confusion about what kind of man he truly was.


    "Alison, what''s happened between you two?" Brenda asked, noticing the bewildered expression on Alison''s face.


    Alison and Brenda had crossed paths two years ago when Alison worked for Brookhaven Airlines, handling the direct flights from Harmonfield to Terenova. During heryovers in Terenova, she often wandered through Chinatown.


    After her first bowl of soup at Marrisa''s, she was hooked.


    Every time she returned to Terenova, she made it a point to stop by for another bowl.


    Over time, she grew close to Marrisa and Brenda, the mother-daughter pair.


    With only a slight age difference, Alison and Brenda quickly developed a strong friendship, sharing everything with each other.


    Today, the unexpected return of Robin, who had been absent for seven years, brought immense joy to Brenda.


    When Alison alled, she immediately had the idea to pair her with Robin.


    In her eyes, the dashing Robin and the stunning Alison were an ideal couple.


    However, it seemed the chemistry between them wascking.


    An awkward tension hung in the air, making their interactions feel strained.


    Alison was puzzled and couldn''t quite understand the situation.


    To break the ufortable silence in the shop she yfully tousled Brenda''s fiery red hair. "You really


    ought to change up your hairstyle


    this look isn''t doing you any favors. Let''s go get you a makeover together."


    Brenda sulked, "Everyone thinks my hair is ugly.


    "Alright, let''s go to the saloon. By the time we''re back, my mom should have prepared a delightful lunch for us."


    As they stepped outside the soup


    bet


    restaurant, Brenda pulled Alison the side. "It seems like there''s


    tension between you and Rome


    something happen?"


    Alison hesitated, a frown forming on her face.


    "Oh, I forgot to mention-Robin is the same guy I always talked about.


    Did


    "I was hoping to set you two up, but now you''re acting strangely. What''s going on?"


    Alison managed a forced smile, but it didn''t quite reach her eyes. "It''s not real tension; I just don''t approve of his lifestyle."


    With a deep sigh, she reflected on her feelings.


    Though she found Robin attractive and charming, her interest quickly faded once she discovered he relied on the wealth of an older woman.


    A man who lived off someone else''s fortune-no matter how charismatic-could hardly be expected to provide genuine affection or take responsibility!


    Alison had lost her parents at a young age while they were doing business in Brookhaven, Draconia, which left her to grow up with her uncle''s family.


    She had developed into a fiercely independent young woman, blessed with striking looks that attracted many suitors.


    Even wealthy yboys had offered her extravagant sums to be their mistress, but she had always turned them down.


    She loathed the idea of trading her youth and body for a life of luxury.


    Instead, she yearned for freedom and independence, just as she had always envisioned.


    Upon learning about Robin''s


    circumstances, she swiftly removed


    him from her list of potential


    partners, believing she would never


    have to encounter him again


    Then she learned that Brenda was actually Robin''s sister, and Brenda was attempting to set her up with Robin!


    It feltpletely absurd.


    Noticing that Alison seemed lost in thought, Brenda asked, "You look annoyed whenever I mention Robin. What''s really going on between you two?


    "Did you two date, or is there something else I should know?"


    Alison bitterly smiled and shook her head.


    "Brenda, Robin left Terenova seven years ago. Do you have any idea what he''s been doing all this time?


    "Do you know him well?


    "Is the Robin you know still the same as he was back then?"


    Alison''s rapid-fire questions reflected her frustration.


    Brenda could sense the anger and even disdain Alison felt toward Robin.


    It seemed their issues ran much deeper than she had thought.


    Remembering how impressive Robin had looked at the gambling den, Brenda felt a surge of admiration and pride for him.


    To her, Robin would always be that tall, reliable figure.


    But it was clear that Alison held serious misconceptions about him.


    "Alison, why are you asking these questions? Do you know something negative about Robin?"


    Alison looked into Brenda''s bright, innocent eyes and shook her head. "Brenda, I really shouldn''t say anything.This is property ? of N?velDrama.Org.


    "He''s your beloved brother, and I fear that sharing this might harm your rtionship."


    Brenda shot her a frustrated re. "The way you''re talking is only making me more anxious!


    "Alison, please just tell me what''s wrong with Robin?"