In the ward, Hutton took the food containers. "Thanks, Rosalynn," he muttered.

“It's nothing." Rosalynn smiled and glanced at the sleeping Valeria.

“Is she still asleep?"

Hutton nodded.

“Have you talked after I left?"

"No." He shook his head in frustration.

Rosalynn patted his shoulder comfortingly. "She just lost the baby, of course she's not in the mood to talk. Don't give up, take your time."

"I... Alright."

Hutton glanced at Brian. “I'll learn from Brian on winning women's heart. They say persistence pays off.”

Brian looked speechless. How did he get dragged into this? Was he being used as a cautionary tale?!

Rosalynn stifled a laugh as she looked Brian, “We should go," Brian said with a frown, putting an arm around Rosalynn.

“Have you eaten, Rosalynn? Why not join us?" Hutton offered.

“No, thanks, we have other plans," Rosalynn declined politely. “See you later."

Hutton didn't press; his mood was already low.

After they left, Valeria woke up.

Hutton rushed to her side. "Valeria, Rosalynn brought lunch. Get up and eat while it's hot."

Valeria lacked appetite, but since the food was carefully prepared by Rosalynn, she didn't want to waste it.

Hutton quickly placed a cushion behind her and unpacked a food container.

It was chicken soup. “Let me help you," he offered.

“I can manage," Valeria said coldly.