Chapter 30

　　The atmosphere in Sally's office was hushed, a sense of anticipation hanging in the air. Melisa sat in the chair opposite Sally's desk, her expression a mix of sadness and apprehension. After a few moments of uneasy silence, she finally broke it. 　　"Sally, there's something I need to tell you," Melisa began, her voice soft. 　　Sally looked at her, her curiosity piqued by Melisa's serious tone. "What is it, Melisa?" 　　Tears welled up in Melisa's eyes as she struggled to find the right words. "I... I'm pregnant." 　　Sally's eyes widened in surprise, her heart skipping a beat. The news was unexpected, and a mix of emotions flooded her. Happiness for Melisa, yet a pang of sadness for herself as memories of her own unrequited feelings stirred. 　　"Pregnant?" Sally finally managed to say, her voice a little shaky. 　　Melisa nodded, a tear slipping down her cheek. "Yes, and I... I don't know what to do, Sally. Gavin has been distant, ignoring me most of the time. And when I told him about the p