Janiya made another request, hoping her son would sever ties with Maggie.

A wave of annoyance washed over Sanford.

"Mom, go back and attend to my father. I need to be alone.”

Janiya looked at him and responded, "Sanford, there are millions of women out there, but you have just one mother. I've sacrificed a lot to raise you. I won't harm you. Listen to me and forget about her."

Sanford didn't respond and closed his eyes. A flicker of exhaustion crossed his gaze.

Satisfied she'd accomplished her objective, Janiya left after instructing Ellie for a bit.

The ward fell quiet, the atmosphere heavy.

After a few moments, Ellie glanced at Sanford on the bed and reminded him, "The food is getting cold."

Sanford slowly opened his eyes, looking at Ellie.

"Ellie, do you believe she's a scheming, greedy woman?"

Ellie remained silent for a moment before responding, "I don't know much about her.”

Sanford turned his gaze away, a self-deprecating smile on his Lips.

“I'm so foolish. Why did I ask you? You won't tell me the truth."

At the studio, Rosalynn was packing up, preparing to finish work.

Spotting Keegan emerging from the office, she called out to him, joining him as he exited.

Keegan, dressed Like a corporate elite, combed his hair back.

As they both stepped into the elevator, Rosalynn teased, "Keegan, you're looking sharp today. Did Doreen finally give up on you?"

Upon hearing Rosalynn's comments, Keegan laughed.

"A few days ago, I used a random girl as an excuse. Likely, Doreen assumed I was just like any other guy, so she's given me some peace for a couple of days."

Rosalynn's eyebrows shot up in intrigue.

"Really? Besides me, who else have you used as an excuse?”

Keegan shrugged.