Yet, he opted to walk past them without confrontation.

Dylan's gaze grazed Edwin, but he chose not to acknowledge him, treating him as inconsequential.

It was only after he had walked a considerable distance and turned a corner that Edwin finally unclenched his fists.

Neither Edwin nor Cecilia uttered a word.

After a prolonged silence, Cecilia remarked, "I believe I saw that child just now." The mention of Laura remained a sensitive subject, so Cecilia always refrained from naming her directly.

Edwin tucked his hands into his pockets and offered a faint smile.

"Did you? I didn't even notice."

After obtaining the medication, Cecilia brought up Laura once more.

“I heard from Lina that she's become a successful designer and even won a prestigious award."

Cecilia sighed wistfully.

"That's wonderful."

Edwin remained reticent, walking Cecilia back to the car, where Tina waited.

Tina was somewhat surprised.

“Mr. Evans, aren't you going back with us?"

"I have some matters to attend to at the company. Mom, we'll have dinner together later," Edwin replied casually. He leaned in, planting a kiss on Cecilia's cheek, eliciting a smile from her.

Cecilia couldn't resist a teasing remark.

"You should use that affection to find yourself a girlfriend. You're already 26 and have yet to engage in a serious relationship. You're not as skilled as your father in that department."

Edwin snorted in amusement.

"I'm leagues behind him."

Cecilia affectionately touched Edwin's face and said, "The past is behind us. No need to dwell on it. Your dad wouldn't be pleased to hear you speak that way."