His words came across as more of a taunt.

It hinted at some secret shared between him and Rosalynn, and Brian's decision to spare him was influenced by Rosalynn's plea.

Frankie, who had been quiet for a while, furrowed his brows and said, “Barlow, mind your words. Rosalynn is your brother's wife. Do you really...

Barlow, Leaning against his chair and fiddling with his phone, flashed a cold smirk.

“What do you think?"

His demeanor was frosty and detached. He hadn't greeted anyone since his arrival.

Debora sighed and said, “Barlow, it's been a while. I understand you're upset. The Hughes family is indebted to you. However, I believe both you and Rosalynn are decent people. You can clarify what's in the video, right?"

Witnessing Debora, weighed down by age and concern, Rosalynn felt a pang of guilt.

“Indeed, Rosalynn and I spent the night together."

Barlow cut Rosalynn off abruptly, paused for dramatic effect, and glanced at Brian.

Seeing Brian's countenance grow increasingly cold, he added, “However she was there against her will. I orchestrated this to sabotage their relationship. The Hughes family wronged me. I want to disrupt their peace."

His confession painted him in a bad light, but it cleared Rosalynn of any wrongdoing.

Selina, who had been spectating the drama with a cold gaze, turned and asked, “You were with Rosalynn for a night. Are you saying nothing happened?"

Barlow shot her a glance and grinned mischievously.

“I did consider making a move on Rosalynn, but she'd rather die. My aim was to wreck their relationship, not end her life. So, I had to back down."

His lie was so easy to tell, which annoyed and amused Rosalynn.

If he ever lost his job, he could certainly give film directing a shot.

And if directing wasn't his thing, he could be an actor.

His acting talent was compelling enough to make people believe him.

“Are you for real?" Selina, evidently, didn't buy into Barlow's narrative.

“Since Rosalynn would prefer death over submission, she must've had a chance to leave, right? But why didn't she? What persuasive reason did you use to keep her there?"

At this, Barlow arched his striking eyebrows, turned to Rosalynn, and said nonchalantly, "I threatened her with the person she cares most."