Spin-off 1: Julie and Ryo's Wedding (3)

Even now, she still doesn't know why she gave Mio the sachet with the detoxifying medicine back then. Was it because the time wasn't ripe, or was it a fleeting moment of compassion?

The child still knew nothing, continuing to see her as a kind older sister.

Standing in front of Annie, Mio respectfully clasped his hands and said, "Sister Annie, for the third challenge, I will take your moves. Please instruct me."

Annie slowly sat down and patted Mio's head, her eyes filled with affection. "I concede."

If it weren't for Mio, none of this would have happened. She wouldn't have met Ray again, wouldn't have regained her memory, and wouldn't have found herself again... She would have spent her life drowning in a fake revenge.

Not only would she concede, but she would also do anything to make up for this child in this lifetime.

Mio looked troubled. "If I win like this... I don't feel proud at all."

Annie laughed. "Why not? You won by using your charm! I willingly concede!"

As soon as Annie f