The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Melinda knew her husband's character well, and convincing him to apologize would be an uphill battle. Nonetheless, she was determined to give it her best shot.

"You of all people should be aware that Sophia has been in the wrong for kidnapping Jeremy. He had a family, which Sophia destroyed by separating him from them. Whichever way you put it, our family owes them an apology. Apologizing to them is the least that we should do."

Adam maintained a stern expression. "Let him settle scores with me if he wants. To hell if I'll apologize!"

Melinda felt powerless, "What else am I supposed to say to convince you? Must you make both sides suffer? Em and I are best friends. You're putting me in a tight spot if you insist on your stubborn ways!" Adam remained silent as he was unable to let go of his ego.

Lilin, who had been standing quietly to one side, approached them and made a clown face at her father. "Blah, blah, blah!"

Adam was bewildered by her reaction and looked at her unhappily. "Are you mocking me?"

Lilin crossed her little arms and shook her head. "I'm not mocking you. I'm looking down on you!"

more. "What did you

correct your mistakes by apologizing to those you've harmed! You've always told me to be a good person, but you don't even follow your

and he was left

added, "I've admired you in many ways, Dad, but I can't respect you when you defend Sophia and lend her your blind support. To be honest, you could even say that I feel some hate toward you! If you don't apologize to Corinne and Zachary for your wrongdoings, I won't ever talk to you from now on! I won't accept having a father who refuses to pay

bold statement, Lilin turned and headed

sense of shame that shattered his once resolute heart. He halted

stopped and gruffly replied, "What? Are you going to instill your misguided views in

said after taking a deep breath. "I'll change into

Melinda looked at