Noemi's expression hardened.

"Brian, just admit it. You're still holding a grudge because I divorced your father, aren't you?"

“I didn't say that, Mom," Brian replied, visibly bothered.

“But that's what you meant! Or else why would you keep calling me impetuous? You're implying that I shouldn't have left you alone after your father cheated on me."

Tears welled up in Noemi's eyes, her chest heaving with emotion.