Chapter 18: Unexpected Event!

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She had already left home and was heading to the meeting place.

"She's on her way," Badr said softly.

"Hmm..." Mai Sakurajima took a deep breath. After yesterday's deliberate provocation by Badr, she decided to face her inner feelings and confront her mother.

Badr and Mai had a tacit understanding, so they met early to head to Shichirigahama together.

The journey of three stops passed quickly. They exited the subway station, walked down the steps of the embankment, and arrived at the beach.

Since her mother hadn't arrived yet, they strolled along the shore, chatting casually.

"Hehe, after resuming my acting career, I'd like to shoot a scene here," Mai suddenly smiled.

"If that happens, maybe I could be your co-star."

"With Badr's acting skills, you might only make it as an extra."

"Hey, that's a bit harsh."

"Just being honest."

They continued their light-hearted banter. Soon, ten minutes had passed, and a beautiful figure appeared on the embankment.

From a distance, she resembled Mai Sakurajima.

No, it should be said that Mai resembled her, as the newcomer was Mai's mother.

Badr smiled and stopped, looking at Mai, signaling that he wouldn't interfere with their reunion.

Mai hesitated, gathered her courage, and walked toward her mother.

"Long time no see," Mai greeted. Although they were some distance away, Badr could hear her clearly.

Her mother slowed her steps but didn't respond to Mai, continuing to walk.

"...Mom?" Mai called out in slight bewilderment.

Her mother's steps didn't stop.

Seeing this from afar, Badr frowned.

Such a strong woman shouldn't ignore her daughter so rudely. A bad feeling crept up on him.

He looked at Mai's mother, whose eyes were not fixed on Mai but seemed to be searching for something.

She couldn't possibly ignore her own daughter...

At this moment, Mai realized what was happening and froze.

Badr's expression darkened as he understood the situation.

This was bad...

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The situation was unexpectedly dire.

Who could have imagined that a mother, who had been communicating smoothly via email, would become unresponsive upon meeting in person?

Mai was having a hard time accepting it.

She quickly moved in front of her mother and waved her hand in front of her face.

"Can't you see me!?"

Her voice was much louder, and her emotions were clearly agitated.

Anyone would be upset in such a situation.

It was her mother, after all.

A moment ago, she remembered her, and they were about to have an honest conversation. But now, this unexpected event occurred.

Mai couldn't accept it.

Unfortunately, her mother continued walking.

This situation made Mai's hands drop weakly to her sides.

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