Mona, realizing her mistake after Carlos's correction, finally understood the entire situation and mumbled a reluctant apology to Karmen.
"She's my cousin and a bit clumsy. I hope you can forgive her, Karmen," Carlos then said, keeping a humble tone, wanting to defuse the tension.
Karmen gazed at Mona, who was pouting slightly while checking the broken items inside the box. "I was at fault too. Please forgive me, Mona."
Mona lowered the box onto the nearest table and walked directly to Carlos, ignoring Karmen's apology. "Mom wanted to come here, but you didn't allow her. Are you really coping well, Carlos? I know Grandma's passing has affected you the most."
"Her absence has created a void in my heart that can't be filled," Carlos asserted, his tone heavy with grief. "I didn't allow my aunt to visit because I needed space for myself right now." He lowered himself onto the couch, looking exhausted.
At that moment, Amelie and Gabriel entered the room with Noah.
