Chapter 1091

The conversation took an unexpected turn, causing Naomi to pause with the last dumpling halfway to her mouth. However, in just a couple of heartbeats, she regained her composure, setting down the spoon and looking at Donna with sincerity. "Mom, I'm not ready to jump into another relationship right now." Her expression was earnest, devoid of any hint of hesitation or evasion. She understood why her mother brought it up. Last night's events unsettled her mother, and Naomi herself mentioned considering it in the future. But she did not expect it to come up so soon. Given her current situation, she was not ready to embark on a new relationship just yet. Dean remained seated at the table, not having moved since Donna voiced her thoughts. He glanced at Naomi and in that moment, he clearly understood her intentions. His expression betrayed no surprise. Donna, on the other hand, upon hearing Naomi's words, paused briefly, then instinctively looked at Dean. Setting down his soy milk cu