[Inside the Bennett Living Area]
"I'm so glad you decided to come on such short notice, Daniel," Hugo said warmly, though the flicker in his eyes betrayed his unease.
Daniel's reply was smooth, clipped, his voice carrying its usual weight. "I had to, Mr. Bennett. You insisted enough."
Hugo's smile faltered for a fraction of a second, but he quickly covered it, nodding as though Daniel's words hadn't been a subtle jab.
"I hope my daughter isn't causing you any trouble, son-in-law," Rosiline chimed in from the side, her smile polite, almost too polished.
Anna nearly snorted out loud. 'Trouble? Mom, it's the other way around.' She rolled her eyes so hard it was a wonder they didn't stick in place.
Daniel's lips curved faintly, amusement flickering in his gaze as he turned to Rosiline. "No, not at all. In fact, she's been taking very good care of me… even cooking meals for me."
Anna's head snapped toward him, her jaw almost dropping. 'What the hell is this man saying?'
