Unhurried, Gail suggested, “Noemi, since you're in Skrix, stay here with me for a while. Let's reminisce about the past, engage in flower arrangement, enjoy coffee and chat. What do you say?"

Noemi, moved by Gail's gentle words and reminiscing about their once -intimate friendship, sighed and nodded, saying, “Okay.”

Pleased with Noemi's response, Gail smiled warmly.

With Noemi's willingness to stay, Gail knew that, with time, she could dispel the misunderstandings in Noemi's heart and eventually foster acceptance for her daughter.

Outside, as soon as Brian and Rosalynn made their entrance, a circle of friends enveloped them.

Brian gracefully presented a flute of champagne to Rosalynn, extending a warm welcome to the arriving guests.

“Brian, Rosalynn."

Approaching the duo, Sanford, with a glass of champagne in hand, joined the gathering.

Brian acknowledged the other attendees with a nod. Holding Rosalynn's waist, he walked toward Sanford.

At the sight of Sanford, Rosalynn's thoughts inevitably turned to Maggie.

Nearly a month had passed since Maggie departed without a farewell, leaving Rosalynn uncertain about her friend's current state.

Her gaze fixed upon Sanford, who cut a dashing figure in a silver-gray suit that exuded both elegance and style.

Yet, a shadow of melancholy seemed to cloak his otherwise beautiful eyes.

Despite his smile, there lingered a hint of perfunctoriness and cynicism, characteristic of someone deeply wounded in love.

By his side stood a woman donned in a pink evening gown, sporting a captivating smile.

Rosalynn's brows furrowed as she recognized her- Millie Brooks!

She was Sanford's plus one.

Had Sanford reunited with her?

"“Rosalynn, congratulations on your family reunion."

Sanford proposed a toast, clinking glasses with Rosalynn.