As she dished out some food into a plate, pressing it down firmly, she handed it to Edwin.

“Here, this should fill you up. But remember, what's in other's plate isn't for you. Your path is different now. It seems that Smith girl was dropping hints, both openly and behind the scenes. She might know something. I can look after Laura, but you also need to handle Vanessa and her cryptic ways. If Laura owed you anything, she's Long since settled that debt."

Lina's frustration was evident.

Edwin's past with Laura was one thing, but Vanessa bringing it up and being sarcastic was unacceptable.

Tears welled up in Lina's eyes, a mother's heartache evident, yet she had to maintain composure in front of Vanessa and everyone else.