Chapter 1052


    When the butler of Vi No. 8 heard that Sophia was about to return, he happily cleaned up the rooms to


    wee her back.


    Sophia had no ns of returning after moving out this time. Not only did she bring Carmen, her medical


    team, and her team of professional educators, but she also brought all her cats, dogs, alpacas, and eels


    along with her. She even dug out her favorite nts and brought them along with her.


    Linus had been busy with the matters involving Sophia’s banquet all day long. To his surprise, he


    received a phone call from Sophia’s assistant, saying that the banquet was postponed. Only then did he


    learn about the events that had urred today. Thus, he anxiously rushed back to The Imperial.


    Celine and Sean relocated along with Sophia, lest Annabel said something hurtful again.


    “How is Carmen?” Linus hastily rushed over but lowered his voice as if he was worried about disturbing


    Carmen.


    Then, Sophia led him to Carmen’s room. Now that Carmen had returned to the ce she grew up in, she


    seemed to be in a good mood. Unfortunately, she was still feeling sick and snuggled in her bed, refusing


    to move. When she saw Linus entering her room, she softly called out, “Uncle Linus…”


    Upon hearing her calling him ‘Uncle Linus’ softly, his heart melted. He sat by her bed and stroked her


    hair. He gently said, “Good girl. But, you should be calling me Grand-uncle Linus!”


    She pursed her lips. “No. Daddy said that when Grandpa isn’t around, I should call you Uncle Linus.”


    He smiled and teased her, “Then, did you eat your medicine properly when I’m not around?”


    Cheering up, she said, “I did! Mommy fed me a lot!”


    Afterward, he revealed the toys he had brought for her. He had personally gone to his studio to retrieve


    them. Contrary to his expectations, he discovered that Sophia had moved out as soon as he arrived


    home. Handing the gifts over to her, he said, “Look! I prepared a new royal sweetheart cup! As well as a


    royal sweetheart bowl! Don’t forget; there’s also the stamp you designed yourself! And, your Royal


    Sweetheart Alpaca doll!”


    Carmen happily epted the toys from Linus. Michael treasured her very much—so much so that even


    the small bowls and spoons she used daily were unique items. They even had the logo she designed


    herself on them. Sophia had smashed her royal sweetheart bowl in a rage today, and she was still


    feeling sad over it. So, she was pleasantly surprised to see the new bowl. However, the sight of her


    sickly smiling face made Sophia feel very sad.


    Upon learning that Carmen was sick, Lorelei & Co. quickly gathered at her house to apany her.


    Simrly, Nathan also joined them. However, Stanley came and brought Sean and Maisie home with him


    when the afternoon rolled around. The words Annabel casually uttered had probably saddened Sean too


    —she imed that it was inappropriate for outsiders like Sean and Celine to be staying in their house.


    Meanwhile, Sophia was busy settling the issues over her sudden relocation and her work. Carmen’s


    illness and the fight with Cooper had also left her exhausted. She worked untilte at night before she


    could rest. Fortunately, Linus was with her, and Sarah also came over to help her. Otherwise, she would


    have driven herself nuts.


    Recently, the atmosphere at the Edwards Residence was rather strange. Annabel seemed quite critical


    of Linus’ presence. She believed that it was inappropriate for Cooper to let an outsider manage his


    assets. She believed that it should have been left to their son. Hence, Linus took advantage of the


    turmoil today to move back into Vi No. 2 and became neighbors with Sophia.


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    It was veryte when Linus finally left Vi No. 8 after putting Carmen to bed. Sophia saw him off. Along


    the way, she took the chance to go out and walk her dogs. She wanted to get some air. Too many things


    had happened today, and she needed some time alone.


    “Linus, thank you. It’s too bad that Carmen isn’t feeling well. The banquet might need to be postponed for


    several days.” She felt very apologetic.


    It was the first time she fought with Cooper. She felt like she had fallen from heaven to hell, all in one


    day, upon discovering that she and Carmen meant so little to him. Although she couldn’t bear the


    difference in treatment, she had to remain strong and firm. Luckily, I have Linus with me. It makes me


    feel slightly better. But, I really don’t have the mood to attend the banquet in my current state.


    “No problem. Carmen’s health is more important. You should spend some time with her over the next few


    days. It’s not a problem if the banquet is postponed for a bit.”


    Sophia was filled with gratitude. Linus had been busy helping her with the banquet during this period.


    Thus, she felt bad for canceling it. “Don’t worry. I will not forget about the marriage agreement. Having


    promised you, I will definitely help you with it.”


    It was gettingte. Therefore, Linus urged her to go back and rest. Walking Lucky, he headed back to


    Vi No. 2. Before he left, he said to her, “It’s inevitable for the younger generation and the older


    generation to have some conflicts in opinion. It’s best if you resolve the misunderstanding. It’s not like


    your mother nned to harm Carmen. So, you should try to be a little considerate of her perspective.”


    She did not respond to his words. Enjoying the cool night breeze blowing outside, she calmed down and


    reflected on what happened. The words Annabel had said were unpleasant, but she is still my mother.


    She gave birth to me despite the tremendous pressure she suffered back then, so she must love me. At


    the end of the day, it’s because of our generational gap. Besides, Cooper waited for more than 20 years


    for Annabel to return. I shouldn’t have done that to them.


    Taking a deep breath, she decided to call Cooper and admit to her mistakes. Cooper immediately


    answered on the first ring. Most likely, he had been waiting for her to call. He worriedly asked as soon as


    the call connected, “Darling, have you settled your relocation arrangements? I heard Carmen didn’t eat


    much for dinner. How is she feeling? Has she gone to sleep?”


    Listening to his voice nearly made her burst into tears. He still cares for me! Hence, she calmed down


    and answered all his questions.


    After listening to her answers, he finally felt relieved. He fell silent for a moment before saying. “Your


    mother’s views are somewhat more conservative than most. Don’t take her words to heart. Her intentions


    are good, but her approach is wrong. Allow me to apologize to you on her behalf. You should know that


    she cried all day long out of guilt today.”


    She sniffed, suddenly feeling extremely delighted. All the unhappiness she felt before miraculously


    disappeared. “No, it was my fault. I should be the one apologizing.”


    With that, the matter was resolved.


    Cooper sighed heavily and said in a solemn voice, “Your mother reminded me that you are an adult now.


    I can’t keep holding on to a daughter that has married into another family. I shouldn’t have interfered with


    your marriage and your life. Allow me to apologize for my stubbornness and the arbitrary decisions I


    made in the past. I’m sorry, my daughter. From now on, I will not interfere in the affairs between you and


    that guy. Live a good life after moving out, okay? If he bullies you,e back and let me know. My doors


    are always open for you.”


    Upon hearing those words, Sophia felt unbelievably happy—she was the world’s most blessed child


    again. She lowered her head; her face was wet with tears. Then, she wiped her tears away and said,


    “Thanks, Dad. Please tell Mom that I’m sorry. Also, you have toe to my banquet.”


    …


    After Cooper finished talking on the phone, he felt very happy that he managed to resolve the issue with


    Sophia. Turning around, he saw that Annabel had fallen asleep. So, he quietly entered his study. He had


    been worrying about his wife and daughter all day long, and there were some work matters that he had


    not dealt with yet.


    The moment the door closed behind him, Annabel, who was ‘sleeping’, slowly opened her eyes without


    making a sound…


    Ten dayster, Sophia’s first banquet since returning to Bayside City was taking ce as scheduled. The


    event could be described as a gathering of celebrities and prominent figures, which fully demonstrated


    her powerfulwork and connections. The attendees included Harry Winston of the Winston Family,


    Joel Fletcher of the Fletcher Family and his dogs, the vice president of the Michel Group, Linus Michel,


    and the prominent members of the Yard Family. Last but not least, the person Sophia had been wanting


    to meet—Jordan Edwards—was here too.