Chapter 26 A Family of Wretches The following afternoon , Crystal was discharged from the hospital . She gripped her phone as she wondered if she should give Henry a call or send him a WhatsApp message to thank him . After hesitating for some time , she decided to give up . Crystal completed the discharge procedures and lifted her light luggage . She decided to go home first , then head to the music center in the afternoon for work . When she walked out of the inpatient department , she bumped into two familiar people at the entrance . It was Robert's mother , Chelsea Scott , and his sister , Riya Sloan . The two chatted as they walked inside with a few large bags of fruits in hand . They must be here to visit Melora , and everyone was visibly uneasy when they bumped into Crystal . Crystal gave them a slight nod and proceeded to leave . However , Chelsea stopped her and said amicably , " Crystal , I have something to talk to you about ." Riya tugged her mother's sleeve as she said stubbornly , " Mom , Robert already broke up with her , so what do you have to talk to her about ? " Chelsea was smart and she knew everything her son did . Now , her mission was to get Crystal forever out of Robert's sight in case her son's happiness was ruined . Chelsea told her daughter to leave first . Riya stomped her feet , then left after a harrumph . When Riya was gone , Chelsea put on a smile and said to Crystal , " Crystal , based on our history , I should treat you to some coffee while we sit down and talk . However , Melora's parents are discussing the wedding date today , so I cannot spare time for you ." Crystal's heart grew cold . In the past , when the Sloans were in trouble , Crystal gave them all her savings to help them through tough times . Robert's mother always said that Crystal was the only daughter - in - law the Sloans recognized , and even claimed that if Robert mistreated Crystal , she would never let him off the hook . It wasn't that long ago , but the older woman had already changed her mind . Crystal smiled faintly . In reality , she felt that even smiling was too much . Seeing how cold Crystal was , Chelsea felt a little uneasy , but she added for good measure , " Actually , you have really good qualities , and I feel that it's a pity for you and Robert to break up . Now that Robert has found his happiness , you have to plan for your own too , Crystal ! Don't waste your youth by getting hung up on a single relationship ." Crystal was disgusted upon hearing that . She didn't want to respond at all , but when she saw someone rounding a corner and walking out , she said lightly yet firmly, " Don't worry , Mrs. Sloan . I'll definitely move on . " 1/2 Chapter 26 A Family of Wretches Chelsea smiled . " I'm glad you agree ." Bonus She turned to go to Melora's ward , but when she looked over , she saw her son standing there with a dark expression . Robert had a hand in his pocket as he glared at Crystal , then said coldly , " Mom , it's time to go . " Chelsea forced a smile and left , but Robert lingered around . Crystal felt her entire body turn cold , She not only lost her relationship , but she even had to experience the sorrow of seeing her earnest effort getting trampled like it was nothing . Robert sneered . " Feeling bad ? No one even told you to do all that ! Crystal , the love you believed in was nothing but self - satisfaction for everything you gave ! Still , you're smarter than I think , because you learned to move up the ladder . " Crystal retaliated with a cold smile . " Thanks for the tip , Mr. Sloan . " Robert's nicely shaped eyes clouded over with certain darkness as he smiled . " You've already gone so far with Henry , so why didn't he help you ? Crystal , you can't handle someone like Henry Miller . You'll regret it one day ! " Crystal lowered her gaze and smiled lightly . " What is there for me to regret ? Robert , what else do you think I can't lose ? " She didn't offer any explanations as she left without looking back . Robert stood there and it was after a long while that he sneered . " Don't test me , Crystal Winters ! " Just then , Melora's call came in . Her voice was sweet as she murmured , " Where are you , Robert ? My parents are already here , and everyone is waiting for you . " Robert comforted her gently , " I'll be there right away ." |||