Chapter 685

Back in Oakread, Andrew calmed himself and got his emotions under control. He realized he had been far too impulsive today. Even if he didn't want the child, he shouldn't have lost composure so obviously. At the very least, he should have reassured Melina first. Once he felt more composed, Andrew went to Melina's bedroom door again. He knocked and spoke in a gentle tone. "Angel, it's me. I need to talk to you." All was quiet inside. Nobody answered, let alone opened the door. Andrew tried again in a softer voice. "Angel, please don't hide from me." It stayed silent. No matter what he said, there was no sound from within. At last, Andrew sensed something was off. Even if Melina was asleep, he had been talking at her door for a while. She should have woken up by now. Andrew pushed the door open to find that the room was empty. Melina was nowhere to be found. Andrew didn't think much of it. He thought Melina had just gone downstairs. He searched the first floor and the yard but s