Chapter 723

Before long, the crew made an announcement, saying the plane was about to take off. Melina couldn't see anything outside, but she still gripped Andrew's hand nervously. Andrew said in a calm voice, "Don't be afraid. I'm here. I'll be with you the whole time." This time, Melina was very sure. Whether she was up high in the sky or on the highest mountain, if she ever fell again, she wouldn't be alone waiting for death. Someone would be with her and come to save her right away. That thought helped ease the panic inside her. The plane began taxiing, bumping slightly as it prepared for takeoff. Melina felt more at ease, but her body still tensed up. Just then, the flight attendant came by again. She was about to speak in her gentlest tone to remind them that the plane was about to take off and to please fasten their seat belts. Andrew didn't want anyone disturbing Melina. He lowered his voice and said, "Leave!" The flight attendant saw that they already had their belts fastened. She