The Indifferent Ex-Husband Heartstrings in the Mall of Fate

Daniel was all set to give Brandon a piece of his mind with a stern face, but the painful sounds of vomiting made him rush to the

bathroom, knocking on the door with concern, "You alright in there?"

"I'm fine."

The response from inside was hoarse and depressed, lacking any zest. After answering, the sound of running water followed.

Daniel was anxious and at a loss, so he turned to Yvonne to figure out what was going on.

"It's just love troubles." Yvonne let loose, speaking freely over the noise of the water, "Didn't Sophia say she's leaving? Brandon's

heartbroken."

"No way. Your brother's a grown man; he's not the type to get all lovesick," Daniel dismissed Yvonne without a second thought.

"Men need love and care too, you know?" Yvonne shot back, "Just like you and my mom. If you didn't need that mushy stuff, why

did you rush to my mom after my brother's mom passed away? Couldn't you have coped on your own?"

"Your brother doesn't love her."

Yvonne gestured towards the bathroom door with her chin, "Would he be getting wasted like this if he didn't? And even during work

hours."

Then, she couldn't help but voice her concern to Daniel, "Dad, it's not like my brother's going to go downhill from here and neglect

the company, right? The company's not going to tank, is it?"

"What are you talking about?" Patricia couldn't help but scold her, "Don't jinx things."

"I'm just worried." Yvonne's voice dropped after the scolding, "I mean, my brother and Sophia just had a baby, and you guys are

still messing around."

"He can have more kids like anyone else." Daniel interrupted her, "What's the point of having a girl anyway? What use is she?"

Yvonne bit her tongue, not quite satisfied, "Well, if my brother does fall apart because of this, don't ccrying for grandkids, not

even granddaughters."

"Your brother's not that fragile," Daniel was still reluctant to admit the fact.

Yvonne huffed coldly, glancing at the bathroom still filled with the sounds of retching, and fell silent. Daniel couldn't help but look

worriedly at the bathroom, unable to hide his concern.

After a while, the terrifying sounds of dry heaving and water finally ceased.

Brandon opened the bathroom door and stepped out. His handsface was still cold and downcast.

"Let's go."

With that, he walked over to a table and picked up the luggage Daniel had placed there. Daniel was still worried about Brandon but

too prideful to show it, asking gruffly, "What's really going on?"

"Isn't this what you wanted?" Brandon responded flatly.

Daniel retorted, "I just wanted you to cut ties with that woman, not wreck yourself."

Brandon looked up at him, "Do you think your son can be alright without her?"

Daniel was at a loss for words.

Brandon said no more and left with his luggage. Once in the car, Brandon leaned against the car door and fell asleep, his

expression still weary and dejected.

Daniel's anger was stifled by the sight of Brandon like this; all he could do was sigh. Patricia, worried about his health, gently

patted his shoulder and advised, "You just got out of the hospital; take care of yourself."

As for Sophia and Brandon's situation, she dared not say more in front of Brandon.

When they got home, the security and housekeeper helped bring the luggage inside. Brandon sat in the car, not moving.

Daniel couldn't leave him like this and called out to him.

"You guys go ahead," Brandon spoke wearily, eyes still closed.

At that moment, the phone rang. Brandon glanced at it and immediately hung up, choosing not to answer.

Daniel saw the caller on the phone screen; it was a company executive, probably work-related business for Brandon.

In Daniel's memory, Brandon was always serious and responsible about his work; he would never ignore a call from an executive

like this.

"You're not going to take care of company matters?" Daniel couldn't help but speak up.

"What difference does it make now?"

Brandon opened his eyes and looked at him, "What's the point of a broken company when the family's gone?"

Daniel was speechless.

"Isn't Yolanda back?" Daniel tried to persuade him, "You and Yolanda go way back, and both our families are well-established. She's

young, beautiful, and educated. What's not to like? Why don't you give it a shot with her?"

"Love isn't a business deal where you can just move on to the next if one doesn't work out." Brandon looked at him, "Like you and

Mrs. Crawley, with your status, you could also find a so-called suitable, young, and beautiful girl. Why don't you just divorce and

find another?"

"Hey, you." Daniel was at a loss for words. Patricia also didn't look too pleased.

Brandon turned away, "You guys head back. | want to stay in the car for a bit."

Daniel hesitated, wanting to say more, but Patricia stopped him with a look, suggesting they leave Brandon alone for speace.

"We'll leave you for now." Daniel said, "We're going to rest."

Brandon gave no response, his eyes closed once more. Daniel, Patricia, and Yvonne got out of the car.

As the car door closed, Brandon slowly opened his eyes, gazing at the retreating figures with the usual clarity in his eyes.

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