She was certain that Brianâs request for her to deliver the document today was a mere excuse to obstruct her from preparing Huttonâs dinner.
His behavior was remarkably childish.
Rosalynn decided to forgive him.
Since he agreed to replace Eleanor, she would do her utmost to satisfy him.
In another private room
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When Karina came back, Virgil was already there.
She sat next to Barlow and looked at the three people up and down secretly.
The three of them seemed quite normal.
âLetâs eat.
â Wearing a considerate expression, Barlow Ladled soup into Karinaâs bowl.
Karina nodded and ate absent-mindedly.
Except for Virgil, the other three were Lost in their own thoughts.
Once they wrapped up the meal, Virgil inquired, âKarina, are you accompanying us home?â
âYou go first.
IâLL join you shortly,â Karina replied.
Virgil cast a quick glance at Barlow and remarked, âPlease be nice to my sister.
â
Barlow returned the gesture with a nod and a smile.
âTake care, Barlow.
â
Annalise gave Barlow a meaningful Look and waved at him.
Barlow didnât change his facial expression, he and Karina watched the two of them left.
âWhat happened, Barlow? Did Annalise flirt with you once my brother and I left the room?â Karina asked eagerly.
âWhatâs your opinion?â Barlow asked, shooting a lazy glance at Karina.
Karinaâs eyes sparkled with mischief.
âAnnalise is incredibly coy, isnât she? She mustâve tried to charm you.
So, tell me, how did she attempt her seduction?â
Her tone was Light, as though she were sharing a piece of juicy gossip.
His captivating gaze fixed on her, Barlow stretched out a hand to place hers on his chest, saying, âJust like this.
â