Before long, they arrived at the southern villa area.

Rosalynn stepped out of the car, cradling the dog. She glanced at one of the villas and smiled softly.

She had been living there for two years since marrying Brian.

The villa was empty except for the housekeeper, Amalian Harvey, who looked after the place.

She mused whether Amalia would recognize her upon seeing her again.

Brian longed to wrap his hand around Rosalynn's waist.

But the sight of the dog in Rosalynn's arms made him pause, his hand hanging in the air.

His frown deepened.

Rosalynn's smile grew wider at this. She balanced the dog in one arm and looped her other arm through Brian's.

"Come on, let's head in."

Brian tensed up, then focused ahead as Rosalynn, holding his arm, led him towards the villa's gate.

They rang the bell, and soon the door swung open.

Amalia looked surprised to see the pair standing there.

“Mr. Hughes, welcome back!"

Brian gave a small nod and greeted, “Hey, Amalia."

Rosalynn chimed in with a smile, “Hello, Amalia!"

Amalia gave Rosalynn a once-over, hesitated, and then recognition dawned. "Mrs. Hughes!"

"Yep, it's me," Rosalynn said, smiling.

Amalia clapped her hands together, exclaiming, "Mrs. Hughes, you Look stunning! You've changed so much. I would've walked right past you if I hadn't heard about your reunion with your family!"

Rosalynn just smiled.