As they moved, Be gasped for air.


    Ste looked concerned as she reassured her softly, Mom, just rx.


    Were almost at the car.


    Alissa added anxiously, Hang in there, Be.


    Youre scaring us.


    Matthew watched them leave, feeling a pang in his heart.


    He felt the urge to chase after them.


    But he barely moved a step when Lindsay grabbed his wrist firmly, stopping him in his tracks.


    With a pained expression, Lindsay said, Matthew, Im suddenly having terrible chest pains.


    Can you stay with me? Matthew halted, gave her an intense stare, and then asked, Are you really hurting? There was a discernible trace of suspicion in his eyes, as if he were trying to peer into her thoughts.


    Flustered, Lindsay couldnt hold his gaze. Her eyes flickered around, filled with anxiety, as she struggled toe up with a reply.


    Robin, noticing the escting tension, blurted out, Its all because of that wretched Ste.


    Anyone would be upset after hearing what she just said.


    Matthew turned a frosty gaze on him, his eyes sharp as daggers.


    Robin shuddered, stumbling over his words.


    I… I was just speaking the truth.


    Then Robin mped up, too intimidated to say more.


    Matthew dismissed Robinsment and tried again to catch up to Ste, but by then, she and the others were already out of sight.


    Lindsay sensed Matthews frustration but was relieved that Ste was gone.


    She feigned concern, tugging at Matthews sleeve with a hint of grievance in her eyes.


    Matthew, I think you should go clear things up with Ste, Ill be fine going home with my family. Dont worry about me.


    Matthews brow creased slightly as he offered, Ill drive you home.


    If youre still feeling unwell, well head to the hospital.


    Lindsay quickly declined, shaking her head, No need, Matthew.


    My breathing has improved.


    I was probably just startled earlier.


    Im alright now.


    Without furtherment, Matthew wheeled her to his car, paying no mind to Leona, Betsey, and Robin.


    Leona, having aplished her goal of acquiring the property she wanted, had no desire to linger.


    She, along with Betsey and Robin, left in another car.


    After dropping Lindsay off at her ce, Matthew excused himself, iming he needed to attend to work at the office as a reason to avoid staying longer. Lindsay had a hunch that Matthew might be going to see Ste, but she was well aware of Stes defiant nature.


    If Matthew went to meet Ste now, it could likely lead to a heated argument, which would only make Matthew more frustrated with Ste.


    Therefore, Lindsay chose not to press him to stay.


    Once back in his car, Matthew took his phone and dialed Fernandos number.


    With a serious tone, he said, Fernando, I need you to investigate who released Robin and confirm if hes truly behind the chandelier incident.


    We cant let this matter slide.


    Fernando replied with swift assurance, Alright, Mr.


    rk, Ill address it immediately.


    Before Matthew ended their conversation, he added one more task.


    And please get the contract ready for transferring thestmercial space on Frost Avenue to Lindsay.


    Fernando, though slightly taken aback, simply responded, Understood.