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?"

and replied hesitantly, "Mom,

taught you to be an honest person? How could you lie

would you tell your father that you lied?

to reply but stopped herself and opted to stay

unsure which statement to believe, knowing only that Lilin had learned a bad habit. She decided to teach her daughter

only do as told and

to be disciplined or she might get into the habit of lying. Melinda gritted her teeth and

so she gritted her teeth and endured the searing

daughter's reluctance to admit her mistake prompted Melinda to raise her hand once more. However, her actions were abruptly halted when