Evelyn strolled back to Rosa's courtyard, replaying the last time in her head when Charles had managed to waltz into her room despite her locking the door.

Determined, she sought out Rosa, linking her arm with hers and playfully pleading, "Rosa, can I crash with you tonight?"

"Of course, sweetheart. I'd love that," Rosa replied, affectionately patting Evelyn's head.

That night, Evelyn cozied up beside Rosa, her presence bringing a comforting peace that soon lulled her to sleep. Rosa, being older, was a light sleeper. Under the gentle glow of the night lamp, she watched Evelyn, who had always been so fond of her. Rosa felt genuine warmth from Evelyne. She's not like Sena, who, despite calling her "Grandma," kept her distance because the natural signs of aging bothered her.

Rosa's gaze softened with affection as she watched Evelyn sleep.

Late at night, Charles found himself outside Evelyn's empty room, his expression clouding over. She was avoiding him.

The next morning, Evelyn and Rosa, arm in arm, entered the dining room. Charles was already seated at the table.

"Morning, Grandma," Charles greeted.

him. However, she knew better than to meddle

when Charles wasn't tied up with social engagements, he usually joined Rosa for breakfast, and the TV

against him. Despite the blurred face and name, Evelyn recognized him instantly as that man. Memories from the previous night

had planned to report Michael for attempted rape. But Brooks drove her home and had promised to handle it, and he sure did-Michael was facing serious consequences now. For a

Evelyn watching the news intently. The servants brought breakfast

breakfast's ready,"

Grandma," Evelyn replied, returning to the table and sitting next to Rosa, directly across from Charles. She felt Charles' eyes

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rose, too, interrupting

She did

her transportation. "It's fine, Grandma. Brooks is picking me up,"

at the mention of Brooks while Rosa seemed pleased. "Alright, dear. Tell Brooks he's welcome for dinner anytime," Rosa said with

to give Charles a

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