Grace appeared to be oblivious to the conversation between Carmen and Alice. She turned to her real estate agent and stated, “I prefer an apartment or condo in a small building with just two units per floor rather than standalone houses or townhouses. Do you have any other listings?”

“There’s one that may suit your preferences just around this area, Ms. Lambert. Would you like to take a look now?” the agent replied.

Grace nodded and followed the agent. Carmen, feeling ignored, was seething with frustration. “Grace, what are you doing here? Can you settle down for once?” She walked over and grabbed Grace’s wrist, expressing her frustration about the unresolved engagement.

Grace coldly shrugged off Carmen's hand. “Have you said enough, Ms. Oblak?”

Carmen, taken aback by the formal address, asked, “What did you call me?”

Grace smiled lightly. “My Oblak. I’ve already made it clear that I’m cutting ties with you. I am no longer your daughter, so you don’t need to act as a parent. Alice is your daughter, and I am, well, I’m someone you don’t really know.”

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Carmen was frozen, regretting not showing Grace more appreciation in the past. Grace's demeanor towards her was now distant and cold.

Alice intervened, suggesting that Grace might be seeking attention. Carmen, realizing Grace's behavior, decided to ignore her theatrics and proceeded with buying the house.

Grace, meanwhile, continued with the real estate agent and visited a new property that caught her interest. The apartment was well-furnished and within her budget. After a smooth process, Grace purchased the property and felt her spirits lift.

In another setting, Hendricks, nursing his injuries, harbored anger towards Grace. He expressed his violent intentions, which unsettled Sloan, who hesitated to act due to family dynamics.

Later, Grace found herself back at the hotel, unintentionally entering Ethan's room. Awkwardness ensued as they interacted, with Grace offering to help Ethan dry his hair, leading to a clumsy mishap that left both embarrassed.

As Grace left the room, Ethan was left in deep contemplation, his demeanor showing a hint of vulnerability that was rarely seen. Grace, feeling embarrassed, bid him goodnight before retiring to her own room.