"Your turn. What's your code?"

Realization dawned on Rosalynn.

“Six ones."

“Is it really that simple?"

"It's the art of reverse psychology. You wouldn't understand."

With that, she extricated herself from his grasp and disappeared into the kitchen.

Brian wore an amused smile, taking his leave to freshen up and change.

In the kitchen, Rosalynn started prepping breakfast when her phone rang.

It was Karina on the Line.

“Rosalynn, were you at Harlan's wedding? I've heard that he cancelled the wedding in the end. Rumor has it she was found having sex with three other men during the wedding. Can you confirm?"

Karina's words tumbled out in a rush, a torrent of curiosity.

Rosalynn nodded in affirmation.

“Brylee got her just desserts. You see, last night..."

She relayed a concise account of the previous night's drama, leaving Karina shocked and incensed.

“Brylee is a venomous snake! I'm just glad you're okay, else I'd have torn her to shreds!"

Rosalynn felt a comforting warmth spread through her chest.

After another round of lambasting Brylee, Karina switched gears.

"Today's Sunday. Fancy catching up over dinner?"

"I'm swamped today, unfortunately. Valeria introduced me to several new clients. I need to sketch out some design drafts," Rosalynn explained.

“Alright, we'll plan for another time then." After a pause, Karina added, "Oh, and has Keegan finished the design draft that Annalise.

Rosalynn mulled over the essence of Annalise's character, a comment teetering on her lips, but she swallowed it back at the Last moment.

"I've yet to broach the subject with Keegan. I'll bring it up at work tomorrow.”