Her request placed Morrison in a bind; his principles forbade him from bending the law for personal gain.

Laura understood this well, realizing she had placed him in a difficult position.

With a heavy heart, she relinquished her plea for help with Aldrin.

She couldn't bear to see Morrison compromise his professional integrity, nor did she wish to expose him to undue risk.

“I'll go prepare some warm water for you. You can relax with a bubble bath later," Laura declared, preparing to make her way to the bathroom.