"I know," Rosalynn said.

Karina's face stiffened.

"You already knew?"

"Yes."

"Was it Barlow who told you?"

"Yes. It was him."

A look of resignation crossed Karina's face. She lowered her head and said, "I see. You are the one Barlow loves the most."

Rosalynn's heart sank and she clenched Karina's hand.

"Karina, you're misunderstanding things. Barlow and I don't have that kind of relationship."

Karina lifted her head and forced a smile.

"It doesn't matter. You're amazing. It's not a surprise that he would have feelings for you."

“No. It's not like that. You have to believe me. Karina, you're the only one he loves."

Upon hearing these words, Karina turned her gaze towards Rosalynn, a hint of self-deprecation in her eyes.

"Rosalynn, there is no need to sugarcoat it. I know I'm not significant to Barlow. I'm just his temporary distraction."

Rosalynn shook her head empathetically, reassuring her friend,

“Karina, I promise I'm not lying. Everything he has done is just what he wants people to see.

Since Kennedi hates him, she won't let go of anyone he is interested in. That's why he never dared to reveal his love for you, to protect you. He used me as an excuse to make Kennedi believe he loved me.

Karina's eyes sparkled with a glimmer of hope.

"Is that true? But today..."

"He did it on purpose today," Rosalynn explained.