The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Karen knew Vince very well since they had been married for so many years. Sure enough, he seemed to be hesitating when he saw her crying.

However, before Vince could say anything, Rita said with tears in her eyes, "Dad, I know Sadie is still a child, and her words shouldn't count. But I believe if it weren't for adults teaching her, she wouldn't say such things. I understand things change, and you three are a family now, but my mother used to live here too! Why should I endure the humiliation of being pointed at and called a child without a mother? Dad..."

Rita cried harder and harder. Eventually, her tears seemed somewhat genuine.

Deep down, she felt her soul and body were divided into two halves. Her soul seemed to hover above, watching this scene, thinking it incredibly strange and ironic.

However, she had no choice but to put up this act in front of her father. Otherwise, her life would only become harder in the future.

She hung her head, silently scrutinizing Rita. 'She seems to be diverting the blame onto me. Isn't she implying that Sadie wouldn't have called her a motherless child

this, Karen's crying intensified

your mother. Since the day I met you, I've been determined to be a good mother to you. I have a daughter too, and I understand how hurt you must feel, but how could you say such things about me? Even if I'm an adult, I can still feel hurt, you know? Consider it as something I owe you. Can you please not fabricate such lies in front of your

myself against those people because I was afraid that speaking up might only lead to me being branded as a wicked stepmother. I had no choice but to

ran to Karen's side and hugged her tightly. Both mother and daughter sobbed

disrespectful toward you. Mom never taught me such things. In fact, she

I have, and I only have one sister. I admit my mistake, and I won't do it again. I'm sorry, Dad. Please don't regret taking us in." Vince's heart had softened halfway by their crying. Unable to bear it any longer, he reached out and

only joking, my dear. You and your mother are fine. Help your mom back to the room to rest. I