Chapter 184

Toby was a bit speechless. "Fine, fine. I'll speed things up. I'm leaving now. Breakfast is on the table." He quickly left, feeling as if he might go blind if he stayed any longer watching the two of them flaunt their affection. Seeing Melina in a daze, Andrew said, "Don't be afraid, little one. You'll see much more in the future. I hope you'll never be afraid of me." Melina thought for a moment before smiling brightly. "I'm not afraid of you. I like you." Even though she knew Andrew was ruthless and calculating, she somehow wasn't scared at all. The impression that Andrew was a good person was too firmly rooted in her heart. Upon hearing that, Andrew was delighted and smiled slightly. Melina didn't realize that being able to see Andrew's scars and know how he had gotten them held a deeper meaning—it meant that Andrew had started to let his guard down with her, pulling her into his world. He would gradually show her the darkness he carried. Melina had no idea it meant this. She