Chapter 69 Argument

Emery sensed that Mark had figured out something. Throughout their conversations, he carefully avoided discussing her parents. Instead, he talked about how Clarkbrook Village had changed over the years, the bustling life in big cities, and his declining health. Emery pressed her lips together, noticing Mark deliberately avoiding eye contact. At that moment, she understood. He had noticed the fact that she had returned by herself and her discomfort whenever her family was mentioned. Being treated with such care left Emery with a lump in her throat and a stinging sensation in her nose. She took a deep breath and pretended to look around casually while fighting back the tears that were about to fall. After a while, Emery finally regained her composure. She looked at the key card in her hand, which was decorated with beautiful hand-drawn doodles on both sides. She waved the card and asked, "Did you study interior design?" Mia's eyes lit up instantly, and she replied, "Yes!" She le