Third Person's POV:
Mason found himself caught off guard by his mother's persistent questioning, his frustration mounting as he struggled to concoct a plausible excuse. Yet, Nina's probing only intensified, leaving him feeling cornered and defensive.
"I had to meet a friend," Mason lied, hoping to evade further interrogation.
Nina's skepticism was palpable as she pressed for details, refusing to let him off the hook so easily. "Which friend? And was this friend truly more important than your sick wife?"
Mason's irritation boiled over as he attempted to deflect blame onto Isabel. "You're blowing this out of proportion, Mom. Why can't you just leave me alone? It's not like my presence would magically cure Isabel. I'm not a doctor."
Nina recoiled at the sharpness in Mason's tone, he
