The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Lilin nodded honestly. "Miss Emily, any normal person would be scared out of their wits when you knocked on our door at this time. I almost entertained the thought that you teleported from Molomia." Emily smiled apologetically and lowered herself to embrace Lilin. "I'm really sorry... I didn't mean to startle you. Here's the thing. When I saw the portrait your mom sent me today, it looked exactly like my daughter. I hurriedly bought a plane ticket and flew over to find you guys."

Lilin was stunned as she began to connect the dots. 'Miss Corinne is probably Miss Emily's daughter who she thought was dead! No wonder Dad's people didn't do anything to stop her. They recognized her to be Mom's best friend.'

Melinda looked at her best friend and sighed. She carried Emily's suitcase in and slowly closed the door.

"Emily, please have a seat. Let me get you a cup of warm water," said Melinda.

Emily stood up and shook her head. "Don't bother with the water, Melinda. Take me to Corinne now. I want to see her as soon as possible."

Melinda was a bit overwhelmed. "I'd love to take you to meet her, but look at the time now. Visiting someone at four in the morning might make us seem a bit...eccentric, don't you think?"

of the hour and sat somewhat absentmindedly on

matters concerning her daughter, Emily, who had always been elegant and dignified, found herself in a situation where she became visibly flustered as if she transformed

shook her head. "You're wrong, Miss Emily. Miss Corinne isn't timid at all.

in a daze and asked, "Is she

confidently. "Yes! Like I told you, Corinne risked her life to save

she managed to hold back her tears. Her heart seemed to be engulfed by a complex mix of emotions. After examining the portrait painted by Lilin, she had a

as she listened to Lilin's description of the girl, a hint of doubt welled up in her heart. In her memories, Luna used to be a timid girl, afraid to engage with strangers. Whenever

Luna had been the apple of the Riveras' eye and received the utmost care, especially from Lucas. He showered his precious sister with care, remaining highly vigilant

how the once timid, innocent daughter evolved into an independent and brave