Darwin's throat tightened with emotion.

After a pause, he knelt down and sincerely apologized, “Dad, I'm sorry. I've sorted things out with her, and I won't get involved with her again."

Freddie exhaled heavily and said, “I really hope you've grasped the kind of person she is."

Darwin remained silent.

At night, he stepped out to purchase some food. When he came back to the hospital, he was met by a nurse outside the patient's room. She was visibly worried as she said, "Mr. Larson? Miss Flores tried to commit suicide; she's asking for you!"