The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Corinne also knew that Maxwell did not really have feelings for Phoebe. After all, they slept in separate beds for years.

However, Maxwell still caused irreparable emotional damage to Emily. He betrayed Emily and doubted her innocence, causing her to flee and live a rootless life for many years.

Nevertheless, Melinda's words stirred something within Corinne. The value of a relationship was not determined by others; only the individuals involved could say whether it was worth it.

In her case, everyone thought she was stupid not to move on after her three-year wait for Jeremy, but she never wavered in her decision.

Melinda had already bought breakfast while Corinne was lost in deep contemplation.

"Corinne, they only serve sandwiches here. I got a couple for you and Joey. You guys should be okay with that, right?" asked Melinda.

of her thoughts and nodded. "Thank you, Missus

me. It's only sandwiches. Let's head back. Emily should be waking up soon. Having breakfast together will surely improve her mood. Since she woke up from that nightmare, she's been talking about you a lot. It was late at night, and she didn't want to

Missus Addison. You really are an amazing friend to my mom. I can't imagine how tough it would've been

her arm. "Companionship is a two-way street. You see me taking care of Emily now, but you might not know how Emily was there for me, encouraging and supporting me during my toughest times.

Emily was lucky

is hungry. See, he's drooling over these sandwiches in my hands!" Melinda playfully teased

not take his eyes off the sandwiches. The enticing aroma whetted his appetite; he really wanted to eat

to be caught staring at the sandwiches longingly. He shyly nestled against Corinne's

laugh from Melinda, and Corinne affectionately