His intention had been to offer assistance.

“Are you jealous of me because I'm leading a happy life now? Do you want to undermine Laura?" Forrest coldly retorted.

Alick didn't wish to offend Forrest.

He smiled and replied, “Just forget what I said."

Forrest snorted, "You're clearly jealous."

Alick picked up a piece of food and placed it in his mouth. He said slowly, "I have a wonderful woman in my life as well. Why would I envy you?"

"Well, you beat around the bush, Alick. So, you just wanted to show off your love."

Alick remained silent, pursing his lips without saying anything further.

Laura approached and took a seat next to Forrest. In a hushed voice, she asked, “Have you finished eating?"

“What's the matter?" Forrest inquired.

“I want to go back," she replied.

“Don't you want to chat with Mila? You two used to be good friends."

Laura shook her head and insisted, “Let's go back."

"I have other matters to attend to, so I need to leave now," Forrest announced, standing up.

Camila intended to request that Laura stay a while longer, but she was interrupted by Isaac.

"You can head home now.”

Forrest departed with Laura.

"Why won't you let me speak?" Camila murmured in a low voice.

"You're injured. After the meal, go upstairs and rest," Isaac firmly instructed.

Camila didn't comply and head upstairs until she had checked on her child.