“I'U be right back," he promised.

After ending the call, Rosalynn was immediately embraced by Gail, who looked at her with evident concern.

Attempting to mask her turmoil, Rosalynn offered her mother a weak smile.

However, their tender moment was quickly disrupted by Noemi's scornful remark. "Planning to drive me away? Gail, don't act as if you're the most sensible person here. If Brian didn't live here, do you think I'd choose to stay?"

Her voice dripped with disdain as she continued, "Think about it. He's the CEO of a big company, yet he lives under his mother-in- law's roof. What does that make him? A freeloader? I'm only here out of pity for him-to keep an eye on Rosalynn."