Derek stared at her impassively for a long moment before saying coolly, "Serena, you truly are a blessing for our Forrest family."

With that, he left without lingering.

Elliot purposely followed him to the elevator, returning only after confirming he had left.

"He's gone, really gone!"

Only then did Serena relax. She held onto the bed and collapsed onto it, exhausted.

"Serena, your father-in-law is terrifying," Elliot said as he sat next to her. "Way more ...