He doesn't come off as avaricious. If he were, he wouldn't have gone to such lengths to avoid the wealthy Lady's affections."

Noemi scrutinized her.

“Deanna, you've only met him twice, yet you're defending him. Have you fallen for him?"

Caught off guard, Deanna hastened to explain, “Mom, you're jumping to conclusions. I'm merely stating the facts!"

Noemi scoffed, "All those who orbit around Rosalynn are not to be trifled with. Keep your distance from now on."