Chapter 56

"There hasn't been much progress lately. Alvina fell ill last night, so I'm not in the mood to think about the revenge." Melissa admitted in front of her two friends. Amy glanced at Peter, then back at Melissa, finally understanding that Peter was also aware of Melissa's revenge plans. "Alvina fell ill? Is it serious?" Worry filled Peter's eyes, his tone urgent. Amy could see that Peter harbored feelings for Melissa, and cared greatly for her kids. "Not too bad, just a fever. Joseph took her to the hospital for a drip last night. I hope Alvina is okay tonight." Melissa spoke up to here, suddenly worried again for Alvina. She decided to call home later to check on both children. "Oh that's good, I'm glad someone was there to help," Peter said in a calm tone, but there was a touch of disappointment in his eyes. After all, when Alvina fell sick, it was Joseph who was there to lend a helping hand, not him. Melissa was momentarily at a loss for words, she always felt that Joseph had ulterio