The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Annie's question weighed in everyone's minds.

Lucas frowned and revealed, "Jeremy lost his memory and has been under Sophia's control for years. He's being fed some unknown medication that led him to lose all ability in his leg muscles. Adam is willing to do anything for his daughter, so Jeremy is cautious about breaking free from Sophia's grasp unless and until he regains his physical strength."

That revelation made Francine clench her fists. Her desire to end Sophia's life intensified even more.

Back in the restaurant, Melinda held Lilin firmly and brought her to the restroom. "Why did you lie to me and your father today?" she sternly lectured.

Lilin had a complex mix of emotions as she had been put in a tight spot. She did not lie, and she was unable to absolve herself of the blame by revealing the truth either. After all, it would jeopardize Zachary's future with Corinne.

Melinda's anger grew upon seeing Lilin's silence. "I'm asking you a question, Lilin! Why aren't you answering me?"

lips and replied hesitantly, "Mom,

you did it. Haven't I always taught you to be an honest person? How could you lie and trick us?" Lilin felt that she had been misunderstood but struggled to explain everything

father that you lied? Which is the truth and which is

to reply but stopped herself and opted to

learned a bad habit. She decided to teach her daughter a lesson and ordered sternly, "Stretch

only do as told

be disciplined or she might

she gritted her

raise her hand once more. However, her actions were abruptly halted when