The Day I Kissed An Older Man

"How dare you accuse me of making things up? Have you forgotten what you did yesterday?" Melody pulled out the USB drive the bar owner had given her. "Even if you've forgotten, that's okay. I have evidence! Shall I play it for everyone to watch?"

Wendy was momentarily stunned. This marked the first time in many years that Melody had straightforwardly vehemently opposed her. Perhaps knowing she had a place to go in the coming year made Melody less fearful of being kicked out of the family.

Wendy started to panic when she heard Melody had evidence. In a softer tone, she said, "Melody, you've already made a mistake. Don't make it worse. Mom and Dad might forgive you if you just admit your fault!"

However, Wendy's efforts to stop Melody seemed to underscore the strength of the evidence in Melody's possession.

Melody turned to Ethan, saying, "Dad, I'm still your daughter. Can't you at least give me a chance to prove my innocence?"

took a serious look at Melody. Somehow, she seemed different from

you a chance. Show me the evidence you've

rushed forward and grabbed his arm. "Dad, what are you doing? Melody

a soft spot for Wendy. However, he made the rare choice not to listen to her, saying, "Wendy, lies can't fool me.

only shoot a fierce glare at Melody, secretly hoping that Melody was

out her laptop. Inserting the USB drive, she opened the

her heart broken, so she asked me to accompany her to the bar.

footage. However, she quickly regained composure and put on a pitiful look, explaining, "Dad, Helen, I didn't lie to Melody. I was genuinely upset last night! You both know, I used to have a crush on a celebrity, but he recently announced that he has a girlfriend.

She has a crush on a male celebrity! What's his name..." Helen was eager to support Wendy who could help her to gain favor from Ethan. She immediately sided with Wendy, saying, "Wendy is just upset. What's wrong