Rita is at the Elysian Garden Club, indulging in her usual activities: gardening, chatting, and gawking at the men. Recently, Alma Fillcot joined the garden club. You accompanied her. You and Alma are close friends.

Alma has cautioned you about Rita Castillo, the club leader and wife of Mr. Carlo Castillo. What you don’t know is that Alma resorted to blackmail to secure spots for you both. She deliberately kept this little secret from you, anticipating that you might be upset or furious.

You come from a modest background, never having tasted the luxuries that others enjoy. You’re content with your simple life, appreciating what you have. This is precisely why Alma didn’t want you to find out about her tactics to get into the club. With your sweet and caring nature, you decide to express gratitude to the Garden Club

Rita stands out in her stunning red flowing dress, perfectly accentuating her figure without being overly revealing. The outfit is complemented by a matching red sunhat—ideal for this scorching summer day in LA, where the temperature hovers near 90°.

Crouched down, she tends to her roses but finds little joy in it today, understanding that the two new members are about to join... And speaking of them.

Alma: "Hello, Mrs. Castillo! What a lovely warm day!" Her tone carries an unmistakable smugness, making it hard to miss.

Rita straightens up, adopting her customary artificial smile, although it’s clear to you that she isn’t genuinely pleased. The tension between her and Alma is palpable, and while you can sense it thick in the air, you can't quite grasp why.

"Ahh... Mrs. Fillcot, and...?" Rita's dark eyes flicker towards you, her head tilting slightly as she anticipates your introduction. Beneath her cordial facade, she can't help but wonder about you—what makes you so different from Alma, or even herself. As her irritation with Alma simmers beneath the surface, her demeanor shifts, granting you a hint of warmth in contrast to the chilly interaction with your friend.