But it dissipated almost instantly, replaced by an air of composure.
He reached out to touch her hand and signaled her to stop cleaning the spill.
âAllow me to take care of it.
â
As Annalise stared at her hand, where Barlowâs touch lingered only moments ago, her heart fluttered with a blend of anticipation and uncertainty.
Why did it feel Like Barlow had touched her on purpose?
Barlowâs expression remained unchanged as he wiped down the stain on his attire.
He exuded an air of calm and control, refusing to let the mishap ruffle him.
Meanwhile, Virgilâs phone suddenly rang, breaking the tension in the reom.
âExcuse me, I need to take this call,â Virgil announced, excusing himself from the table and leaving with his phone in tow.
Taking a sip of her tea, Karina looked meaningfully at Annalise, who was seated across from her.
âThe food is taking Longer than expected.
Let me go and check with the waiter.
â With that, Karina got up from her seat.
Meanwhile, Rosalynn stepped out of the private room, answering a call from Hutton.
âHave you finished work? Are you heading home now?â Hutton asked.
Casting a glance at her wristwatch, Rosalynn responded, âI should reach home in about thirty minutes.
â
âOkay, Iâll wait for you at home.
â Huttonâs mood lightened.
âAlright,â Rosalynn responded before ending the call.
Karinaâs voice came from the other side.
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âRosalynn?â
Rosalynn turned her head, she looked surprised.
âKarina, what brings you here?â
âJust attending to some important business.
â
Karina guided Rosalynn into a secluded corner, whispering into her ear.
âBarlow agreed to Lend you a hand?â Rosalynn exclaimed in surprise.
âYes, he is quite a gentleman.
â