The Day Our Promise Breaks

"This isn't just about the three of you anymore; it's about the Robinsons and the Jenkinses."

"Brooks isn't just any guy; he's the head honcho of the Robinson family. He's got the whole family's fortunes resting on his shoulders."

"Whatever he does for you personally, I can turn a blind eye to, but now he's risking the entire Robinson family..."

The entire Robinson family?

Brooks had assured her not to worry, promising to ensure Charles wouldn't mess with her mom's surgery.

She knew Brooks had pulled some strings on a business project to trip up Charles and never doubted him when he said everything was under control.

But now, hearing Mrs. Robinson, it seemed things weren't so peachy.

Of course!

Charles was known for being cutthroat and decisive in business; he never played nice.

The Robinsons versus the Jenkinses.

The Jenkins family was already a powerhouse compared to the Robinsons, and if

they went head-to-head, Brooks would end up hurting himself more.

How could she let Brooks gamble the Robinson family's future for her?

Evelyn went pale as a sheet.

Most of her thoughts were occupied with her mom, along with her trust in Brooks.

If Mrs. Robinson hadn't pulled her aside today...

"Mrs. Robinson, I..."

Before Evelyn could say more, Brooks's voice boomed from the doorway, "Mother."

In his rush, he didn't bother with formalities and barged into the tea room.

Seeing Evelyn's ashen face, Brooks's expression darkened, "Mother, I've told you,

if there's an issue, come to me directly, not Evelyn."

He knew all too well that his mother and grandfather thought Evelyn wasn't a fit for the Robinsons.

But what did that matter? He was Evelyn's rock.

She only needed to focus on what she loved; he'd handle the rest.

As long as she wanted to stay with him.

"Talk to you? Would you even listen? Are you really ready to toss aside the

Robinson family's legacy for her?"

Mrs. Robinson's voice turned sharp.

"Mother, I know what I'm doing."

Brooks replied, firm as ever. He didn't drag it out, taking Evelyn's hand to help her up. "Mother, I hope this is the last time. Let's not repeat this."

With that, he led Evelyn outside.

Once outside, Brooks sensed Evelyn's

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"Brooks, you've got to stop."

Evelyn murmured.

"Evelyn!"

Brooks instinctively tightened his grip on her hand.

"Brooks, I can't let you risk the whole Robinson family for me."

She couldn't be that selfish.

This was her issue to handle.

Brooks had been her rock through so much.

He was one of the few who had been kind without expecting anything back.

"The Robinson family will be okay."

"It'll just be severely weakened, right?"

Brooks couldn't lie to Evelyn; if Charles decided to retaliate...

The Robinsons wouldn't come out unscathed.

But he couldn't leave Evelyn hanging, nor could he watch her force herself

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"Brooks, it's not worth it."

For her, it wasn't worth it.

"If I say it's worth it, then it is."

Brooks clutched Evelyn's hand tighter.

But Evelyn had made up her mind.

She resolutely pulled her hand away from Brooks's grip.

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Brooks didn't want to let go, holding on tight.

Yet Evelyn's resolve was solid, and despite the pain, she pulled her hand free.

Afraid of truly hurting her, Brooks loosened his grip.

Just as Evelyn turned to leave, a sleek black Bentley glided up to the curb.