Valeria had sobered up, casting a glance at the group before replying, “If it's not too much trouble, I'd appreciate a ride. If not, don't worry about it.”

It was Brian who hit Barlow.

He was fighting another man for Rosalynn.

It made her seem anything but ordinary.

Rosalynn agreed, eager to leave. Turning to Karina, she said, “Karina, I'll drive Valeria home. Have a good time."

“Alright, I'll call you later," Karina replied, miming a phone call with her hand.

Rosalynn nodded and left with Valeria, without sparing a glance at Brian and Barlow.

With a sly smile, Barlow casually eyed the fuming Brian.

He seemed particularly unhappy.

Aldrich, standing nearby, chimed in, “Brian, Barlow, you're family.

Let's talk things out. No need for anger."

Barlow scoffed, "My last name is Tucker. I wouldn't dare claim membership in the Hughes family. Anyway, I've got business to discuss, so I won't keep you."

He shot a glance at Karina, motioning for her to follow.

Karina glared at Brian before trailing behind Barlow.

She cursed him under her breath.

“Brian, are you here on business?" Aldrich inquired, feigning a cough.

Brian's expression darkened.

He nodded, heading to a private room.

Aldrich watched him go, a playful smile dancing on his Lips.

Were they both in Love with the same woman?

Could he pit then against each other?

Outside, Rosalynn drove Valeria home.