Chapter 17

After returning to the hotel, the Torres family sat in the living room for a long time without saying a word. In Isabel's embrace, Mia's emotions gradually calmed down. She knew her parents were very worried about her, so to put them at ease, she ordered room service and smiled as she tried to comfort them. "Dad, Mom, everything's in the past. I've actually moved on, so please don't look so worried, okay?" Seeing how considerate she was, the couple patted her hand, their eyes full of heartache. Isabel said, "Mia, since you've moved on, I won't ask too many questions and remind you of things that hurt. But tell me honestly—did you suffer while you were with Liam?" Mia was slightly stunned. She thought back over all the years and what had happened before she left Lumen City, not knowing where to begin. The moments when she felt wronged mostly stemmed from discovering Liam had been toying with her feelings, as well as the helplessness and confusion that followed. However, love wa