Rena joined them, and Cecilia shot her a knowing look. She whispered, “Did my brother try to wind you up again?"

Rena, determined to keep her composure in front of her sister-in-law, replied, “Absolutely not."

“But why are your cheeks so flushed?" Cecilia teased.

Caught off guard, Rena stumbled for words.

Cecilia, relaxed as ever, continued munching on her chips and was engrossed in the TV.