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.

briefly explained the situation that had unfolded earlier in the day and cautioned, "I

feeling he might harm Nicole." Doretta's

becoming impatient, and

my hands; I will do everything

up to you and Charlie," Patricia said with a

Doretta nodded.

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

as there

identity couldn't be exposed yet, so

to ensure no one

At the Riddle residence, the family

now in the living room, keeping Nolan and Lana company while watching

seem so preoccupied? Has something happened?" Gloria, noticing Nicole seemed

some work-related matters," Nicole responded with a reassuring

Gloria's brow furrowed slightly.

been too exhausting? You look a bit

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