Upon spotting Selina, her countenance also grew somber.

What a strange twist of fate!

“Brian, what a surprise! Are you here for a meal too?"

Selina approached Brian with a soft smile.

Brian responded with a chilly tone and began to stride in Rosalynn's direction.

The woman accompanying Selina quickly interjected, “Mr. Hughes, it's been a while. I'm Ivy Larson. Remember me?"

Brian glanced at her and realized she was a member of the Larson family in Skrix, a few years younger than Selina. She was also skilled in dancing and could be considered Selina's junior counterpart.

He acknowledged her with a nod and kept moving.

Observing his lack of focus on her, Selina grinned and inquired, “Brian, are you here alone today?"

Brian watched as Rosalynn approached, then murmured, “Actually, my wife is here."

As they spoke, Rosalynn reached Brian's side and greeted, “Honey.”

In a split second, the frosty and conceited look in Brian's eyes transformed into something warmer and kinder.

He wrapped his arm around her shoulders and uttered, "Let's leave."

"Mr. Hughes, aren't you going to make introductions?" Ivy asked impatiently.

Aware of the long-standing business ties between the two families, Brian introduced his wife with a gracious demeanor, saying, "May I introduce my wife, Rosalynn. Rosalynn, meet Ivy from the Larson family in Skrix."

Rosalynn greeted her with a smile and said, "Pleased to meet you."

Ivy sized her up with a glance and questioned, “Ah, you must be the countryside sweetheart who tried all means to win over Brian's generous heart, am I right?"

Her voice dripped with disdain. Rosalynn's smile momentarily stiffened, but she remained silent.

Could Ivy be another of Selina's followers?

Certainly, Selina's talent for disguises was remarkable.