Mary's hands trembled. Her lips pressed together tightly, but she said nothing. Her eyes looked away, as if trying to hide the immense guilt and shame.
The Waters family, standing nearby, looked stunned as well. Lucas muttered, "Why can't she just admit that she cares about Alex… even though she didn't fight for his custody?"
Adriana, standing next to him, thought carefully and said, "It's very strange. From her expression, it's clear that she doesn't want Alex to know that she cares. But at the same time, she doesn't want to see him suffer."
Mary, still silent, clenched her fists tightly.
Alex stared at her, his eyes full of emotion. Hope, confusion, and a gentle understanding mixed within him.
Mary suddenly turned and walked away, her steps quick but shaky. Her face was red from sobbing.
Adam followed closely, not letting her walk alone. His voice was soft, almost a whisper. "Mary… don't run away. If you do, you'll fall."
