Chapter 868

Melina said, "But I don't want to lose you, Grandpa." That was too direct. Wallace looked at Melina. She didn't avoid his eyes. She was completely honest with him, exposing her true self because she trusted him absolutely. Wallace was quiet for a moment, then said in a low tone, "I want you to live a happy and free life." After all this time, he had already come to see Melina as his own granddaughter, not just some child he'd once admired and hoped could help save Andrew. The more genuine she was, the more he felt he owed her. He regretted making the decision for her from the start. Melina heard his response and nodded. "I understand." Wallace went back to reading. As she listened, she rested her head on his leg and fell asleep. It reminded her of when she was a child—Joe marking assignments while she lay on his leg, drifting off to sleep. She didn't want to leave, afraid she might be abandoned. That warm presence gave her inner peace. ... Meanwhile, Andrew went to find Toby