Ivy's eyes were red as she said, "Hayden, Lucas' mother has passed away, so I won't be able to spend time with you for a few days."
 
"It's okay. Given what has happened, we're not in the mood for fun either. After we attend his mother's funeral, Shelly and I will return," Hayden said.
 
Ivy nodded.
 
"How are funerals handled here?" Hayden asked. Given Lucas' relationship with Ivy, his younger sister, he felt a sense of duty to help Lucas with the funeral arrangements.
 
"It's similar to how it's done back at home. Wealthy people can have elaborate funerals, and those with less money can opt for simpler ceremonies. Those who can't afford much at all can forgo the ceremony and opt for a simple burial," Ivy said.
 
"What if someone wants a more elaborate funeral?"
 
"Hayden, do you want to help with his mother's funeral? He doesn't have any close relatives here, so there's no need for an 

"All right. Let's find a place nearby to sit and talk."
 
Mr. Woods breathed a sigh of relief. "Good! Our house is actually nearby. Would you like to visit? Ivy has been with us for many years, and our staff has a close relationship with her."
 
Hayden glanced at Shelly and asked, "Should we go?"
 
"Sure!" Shelly said.
 
Mr. Woods immediately invited Hayden and Shelly into his car and drove them to the Woods' mansion.
 
Upon arriving, Mr. Woods instructed the servants to serve tea and refreshments.
 
He pointed to the butler and said to Hayden, "This is our butler. He hired Ivy's grandmother."
 
Hayden nodded.
 
Mr. Woods then introduced Hayden: "This is Irene's older brother, the renowned businessman Mr. Hayden Tate."
 
"Hello, Mr. Tate. Irene was a wonderful young lady," the butler said. "We all liked her very much. When we heard of her passing, we were truly saddened. Fortunately, she

Lucas hung up, tears welling in his eyes.
 
Ivy stood by his side and asked, "What's wrong, Lucas?"
 
"My mom has passed away. You should keep your brother company! I need to head back to the hospital."
 
"I will come along! Aunty seemed fine just now, so why did she suddenly pass away?"
 
The two hurried toward the car, completely forgetting about Hayden and Shelly.
 
Hayden and Shelly watched as they left awkwardly, and Shelly said, "Honey, let's go to the hospital. I think Lucas' mother has passed away."
 
"Sure."
 
The two caught a taxi and hurried after Lucas.
 
Meanwhile, in the hospital, Lucas arrived to first encounter the doctor and then his father.
 
Mr. Woods tried ingratiating himself with his son, saying, "Lucas, I came to the hospital to see your mother, but when I arrived, she had already passed away. What a shame!"
 
"Are you sure she had already passed away before you ca

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