"I have no words to express my gratitude for this presentation," I said, turning to look at my father. "I was truly surprised. Although it was to be expected, he’s always showing me such affection. I thank you all so much."
No one in the audience understood. No one saw in my words that harsh, blunt, and cold message I had for those who called themselves my family. How much longer would they keep using me for their selfish purposes?
"As you can see, my father and I have not had a good relationship. There is no photograph where he or my sister are with me, and I don't blame them," I said with a touch of feigned melancholy. But behind me, I felt several cold stares, perhaps wanting to stop me before I said something stupid. "It must have been very difficult for them to see me. But now that
