Chapter: 1905

The worries of the night had kept her on edge, but now, in a moment of peace, she realized how empty she felt.

Just as Rosa neared the end of her meal, Carson silently offered a glass of water, saying, "Be careful not to choke."

"Thank you," she said.

Carson noticed the nearly empty plate and remarked, "Rosa, it's been years, and you're eating more than you used to."

Rosa's lips quivered with a suppressed smile.