Doretta nodded, understanding that Patricia and Charlie had also been through tough times.

Fortunately, through their own efforts, they had supported each other and made it to this point.

Emma glanced at the time and suggested, "It's about time; let's talk over dinner." "Sure," everyone agreed, standing up and heading to the dining room.

After a lively dinner, Patricia and Doretta said their goodbyes and left.

Ellar was a bit sad as he watched Patricia and Doretta walk away together, refusing his offer to escort them.

He had been happy when Patricia agreed to come with him, but now he wondered if she only came because of Doretta, which made him feel more alone.

After they left, Patricia and Doretta didn't go their separate ways.

They found a quiet spot.

"Ts there something else?" Doretta checked their surroundings before she spoke.

"It's about Ms.

then briefly explained the situation that had unfolded earlier in the day and cautioned, "I know you're investigating

he might

I understand." It seemed Lawrence was indeed becoming impatient, and they should indeed be more

of Nicole is in my hands;

is up to you and

Doretta nodded.

our best too." After a nod, Patricia looked around before

had to be cautious now, as there might be people watching them,

yet, so it was better

waited a moment to ensure no one was

the

now in the living room, keeping Nolan

seem so preoccupied? Has something happened?" Gloria, noticing Nicole seemed troubled, couldn't help but

Nicole responded with a reassuring smile, trying to

Gloria's brow furrowed slightly.

it that work has been too exhausting?

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