A Necessary Exile

As Isla looked at the tearful woman in front of her, she couldn't help but feel a profound sense of sadness and disappointment. It struck her that the saying "the apple doesn't fall far from the tree" held true.

At this point, Isla couldn't help but feel exasperated, and she spoke with a firm tone. "Why did you wait until now? If apologies and tears could solve everything, who needs the police?"