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Liana replied, her tone even and subdued.
"Oh, how sweet of him!" Ms. Black remarked.
As Liana continued her chores, Ms. Black couldn’t help but notice the pained expression on her face. She pressed on, wanting to understand. “Liana, dear. You seem… troubled. Is something the matter?”
Liana hesitated, her eyes briefly flitting to the floor. “No, Mother,” she replied, her smile forced. “Tony is taking care of me. I’m fine.”
Ms. Black's intuition still tugged at her, but she saw Liana’s resolve and decided not to push the issue. “Very well, Liana. Please take care of yourself, I am leaving.” Ms. Black said, embracing Liana tightly.