Chapter 322

The truth was, Leslie hadn't said a word yet. Miles couldn't help but remember something someone once said - the more dramatic the reaction, the more guilty or unsure someone actually feels inside. He couldn't hide the disappointment in his eyes. Do people really change that much when they grow up? Why did things turn out like this? Lillian used to be so different. Back when her parents were still around, everything felt warm and happy. Coming to the old house used to feel like a little holiday - full of good vibes and good memories. "Lillian..." Miles had just called her name when Frank's hearty laugh rang out from the entrance. "Miles! Huh, why are you just standing there and not coming in?" Lillian's eyes lit up. She ran toward him, looking visibly relieved. "Dad, you're home!" Frank chuckled, "Yeah, I'm back. Wait-what happened to your face?" Tears started streaming down her cheeks, even faster than before. Frank immediately tensed up, his voice full of worry. "Honey, what's going