Chapter 70 A New Beginning

Emery's sudden interruption caught Mark off guard. He froze for a moment, then noticed Mia's teary eyes. Only then did he realize they were in public, and it was inappropriate to air their family drama in front of others. He awkwardly rubbed his hands, then snatched the suitcase from Emery's grip and shoved it into Mia's hands. He waved his hands and ordered Mia, "Take this. Emery has been traveling for two days and hasn't had a good rest. Help her carry the suitcase upstairs. It'll be a good exercise for you to get rid of your body's excessive fat." Mia's cheeks burned with embarrassment, but her tears had already dried up. As she dragged the suitcase upstairs, she shouted back at Mark, "I'm not fat at all, old man!" "Just get moving. Stop dawdling," Mark replied impatiently. Following Mia up the stairs, Emery couldn't help but smile at their playful bickering despite their age difference. But behind her smile, there hid a bittersweet ache. Mark's family seemed so happy.