“But you’re still my daughter, you know,” Mei said to Charlotte, her voice trembling. Charlotte let out a bitter laugh. “A daughter you couldn’t love or protect.” Mei nodded slowly. “I was wrong… I’ve been a bad mother.” Tears glimmered in her eyes. Not just glimmered—they pooled, and for a moment, they looked painfully real. Both Charlotte and Leo stilled. “I sincerely apologize, Charlotte,” Mei continued, her voice soft and raw. “I was hurt… you remind me of him, and I hated you for that. I’m a bad mother to you— I won’t deny it. But give me a chance, baby. I promise, from today, I’ll be better.” Leo barely held back a scowl. Charlotte’s eyes widened; she wasn’t used to seeing this version of her mother. Robert, too, was stunned. Wow… she’s a good actress. That almost felt too real, he thought. Charlotte exhaled softly, uncertain whether to feel relieved or suspicious. Leo held her a little tighter. “When is the dinner? And where?” “Dinner starts at se
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