Meanwhile, Rosetta was not interested in anything. Her indifference was so obvious that Edric finally took note of her odd behavior. "Rosie, what do you want?"
"I don't want anything. I don't need anything."
"Then let's go somewhere else," Elliot insisted, his tone firm and resolute.
Rosetta, feeling weary and not wishing to engage further, shrugged and casually said, "I'm tired. You can buy anything you guys want. I'll head back first."
With that, she began to make her way toward the exit.
However, before she could take even a single step, Elliot reached out to grab her hand while Edric positioned himself in front of her, blocking her path.
"We'll go back together after dinner," Elliot said, his voice low and unwavering, leaving no room for disagreement.
"Yes, Rosie, don't you love dishes at La Lumiere Restaurant? We're going there today," Edric added.
Before Rosetta could respond, Sierra, who had been quiet up until now, suddenly answered a phone call. Her face shifted with concern as she tugged at Elliot's arm.
"Elliot, Edric, my grandmother accidentally fell! I need to go home right now!"