Robins reply wasid-back but calcted.


    Just here to see how youre holding up.


    Lindsays response was a cold snort, her patience thinning.


    Cut the charm.


    What do you really want? Without hesitation, Robin got to the heart of the matter.


    Ran into Ste at the dealership today.


    She was quite the queen bee.


    The mere mention of Ste fueled Lindsays growing turmoil.


    She was still wrestling with how to remove Ste from the picture without dirtying her own hands.


    Lindsays face soured further, her silence stretching into difort.


    Robin, brimming with scorn for Ste, couldnt hold back. Who does she think she is? She even dared to threaten me.


    Lindsays thoughts were elsewhere; she wasnt concerned with Robins troubles with Ste.


    She had begged Matthew to help Robin merely as a way to provoke Ste; his fate beyond that held little interest for her.


    Noticing Lindsays detachment, Robin prodded.


    Are you even listening? Lindsays response was terse.


    Yes, I heard you.


    You shed with Ste.


    But shes still Matthews wife.


    What do you expect me to do? Robin scoffed at her.


    Youre clueless! You couldnt defeat Ste even after sacrificing your ability to walk.


    But I understand; with your disability, you cant even share Matthews bed. Lindsays temper red, her gaze sharpening.


    Whose side are you on, anyway? If youre just here to taunt me, you can leave.


    Robin stood, his grin audacious.


    Honestly, if there werent some perks from Matthew in it for me, I wouldnt bother wasting my time on a loser like you.


    He grabbed his car keys, signaling his departure.


    Before exiting, he threw in a demand.


    I need another million from you.


    Got to spruce up my car.


    As he left, Lindsays fists clenched in fury, her disdain for Robin reaching a boiling point.


    Her mind raced over the image of Robins modified car, and suddenly, a cunning n-capable of dealing with both Robin and Ste-began to crystallize.


    Ste returned to the studio and, upon opening the door, was surprised to see a familiar figure. Her expression showed clear surprise, as his presence was unexpected.


    Den greeted her with a warm, friendly smile, his voice tinged with a hint of regret.


    I hope my sudden visit isnt a bother.


    Ste quickly shook her head and responded with a smile, Not at all, sir.


    Please,e in.


    She ushered Den into the office, her thoughts buzzing with curiosity about his unexpected appearance.


    Once they were settled, Ste offered him a ss of water and asked, Sir, what brings you here today? Den exhaled softly and answered, Im here to apologize for the events ofst night.


    I realize Sanford made a mistake.


    I hadnt yet thanked you for your assistance when he unfortunately shed with your husband.


    I sincerely ask for your forgiveness on Sanfords behalf.