Smells fishy. > I could’ve easily gotten paid from Robin outside of Upwork. So why doesnt he get the money from Robin who hasn't paid yet and pay Upwork back?

Smells fishy. > I could’ve easily gotten paid from Robin outside of Upwork. So why doesnt he get the money from Robin who hasn't paid yet and pay Upwork back? Barring that, just leave Upwork and don't return the money they asked for. Anyone can ask you for money, and you can say no.