Cradling Rosalynn in his embrace, he lounged on the couch and accepted the call.

"Go on."

"Mr. Hughes, I've taken the samples to the lab. We expect results within three days, at most," Edwin informed.

“Keep a close watch on the process," Brian instructed.

“I'll be vigilant, rest assured," Edwin assured him.

After a brief silence, Edwin added, “Also, our team has located Kennedi. Should we arrange her return to the country?"

Kennedi was found?

With a sidelong look at Rosalynn, Brian commanded, "If Kennedi's been found, then yes, bring her back."

At the mention of “Kennedi", Rosalynn's heart skipped a beat.

“Are you searching for Kennedi?" she asked.

Brian affirmed with a nod.

“She nearly took your life. I won't let her off easily."

Rosalynn bit her lip, pleading, "Please, let her be. Barlow owed her one and wished for us to leave her alone."

Observing the sorrow in her gaze, Brian squeezed her shoulder reassuringly.

“Alright, we'll honor his request."

To Edwin, he said "Edwin, release Kennedi but warn her against returning to Wragos."

"Understood, Mr. Hughes."

As thoughts of Barlow's demise clouded her mind, Rosalynn slipped away from Brian's grasp to fetch some water.

Brian ended the call and eyed her slender figure. He drew in a breath, approached her, and encircled her in an embrace from behind.

After a moment, he murmured, “Don't worry. I've got this under control."