Dolores questioned Stella softly after Evelyn had left, "Did you two fight again?"

For a moment, Stella was unable to speak. Was it really that clear? Her mouth quirked, but she was unable to explain to Dolores why they had gotten into a quarrel. She could say with composure, "Not really. He may not be feeling well.”

And Dolores let out a sigh. "My son has been like this since he was a child," she could comprehend. “He seems cold all the time."

Stella remained silent.

“Alright, it makes sense. Dolores continued, "Alright. Let us grant him peace. It's dinnertime.”

After getting dressed, Clarence emerged shortly after. He continued to...