The Day I Kissed An Older Man by Cher the Cherished

Chapter 1711

Adam wanted to smoke a cigar to compose himself. He felt a little embarrassed, and he became even more so when Melinda threw his cigar away.

"Mel, I understand everything you're saying. I admit I was unfair to Lilin, and I could've done better as a husband and a father. But you shouldn't rush into divorce like this. Think about how this will affect Lilin! Do you really want to let her grow up in a broken home? She's still so young..."

Lilin, who was sitting beside Melinda and eating a burger, suddenly chimed in, "Please don't use me as an excuse. I'm really fine with the divorce; a complete home is wherever Mom is." "Why you..."

Melinda rolled her eyes at Adam. "Hear that? It doesn't matter to Lilin whether you're in her life at all."

I won't leave anything for you and Lilin? I didn't want to let you know because I didn't want to burden you with the knowledge. I was also worried Sophia would kick up a fuss again if word got out. Mel, I'm disappointed in you. You've been with me for so many years, so you should know better

then she frowned with consternation." What are you talking

too. She wanted to see what kind

preparing to give Sophia all of my assets, a few years ago, I've been secretly investing in other businesses and properties under your and Lilin's name. And trust me when I

lost her mother when she was little, and it caused her to grow up to be a sensitive and easily jealous person. It'll just make her hate you more if I give everyone an equal share of the

keep your and Lilin's inheritance a secret. That way, there'll be less conflict in the family, and everyone comes out a winner in the end. As to why I didn't tell you... It's because I know you're not very good at keeping secrets. You're like an

was little. I just want her to know I have her back no matter what. But that doesn't mean I don't love