“Rosalynn, I feel so awful!"

“I know. But let's eat something before you continue drinking, or you'll end up with a stomachache."

Rosalynn flagged down a waiter and ordered a few simple dishes.

“I want to find a boyfriend. I really don't want him anymore!" Karina sobbed.

She had been saying this for a while, but after loving Virgil for so many years, it wasn't easy to Let go.

Her proclamation of wanting a boyfriend was likely an attempt to ease Virgil's suspicion, proving she harbored no improper feelings for him.

Rosalynn sighed and wiped away Karina's tears.

“Absolutely. Such an obtuse man doesn't deserve your Love."

Yet, between sobs, Karina murmured, "Rosalynn, don't be mad at my brother. He's just too devoted. Annalise doesn't appreciate him. She's the terrible one."

She was still defending Virgil. Rosalynn had no doubt that Karina's feelings for him remained strong.

Rosalynn shook her head, choosing not to comment.

When the food arrived, she sat with Karina, watching her alternate between eating and drinking.

The club was gradually filling up.

Loud music reverberated throughout the hall.

The previously quiet dance floor started buzzing with activity.

Groups of men and women moved onto the dance floor, Losing themselves in the rhythm.

“Rosalynn, let's dance.“ Karina rose, pulling Rosalynn to the dance floor.

Rosalynn felt a mild discomfort in her stomach and said, “Hold on. We just finished eating. Let's rest a bit before we hit the dance floor, okay?"

"No." Karina belched.

“If you're not coming, I'm going alone!"

Understanding Karina's need to vent, Rosalynn chose not to stop her

She returned to the booth and watched Karina sway rhythmically on the dance floor.