Chapter 129

Melina's earth-shattering question left Andrew feeling much less irritated. He hadn't expected her to say something like that. Was it okay if she liked him? Would anyone love him sincerely? Those women who said they loved him only cared about his money. Linda wept and claimed to love him, but it was for the benefits she received. All he saw was fear and dread in everyone's eyes. Andrew wanted to mock her. But when he looked at Melina, he saw no hidden agenda. There was no fear in her bright, hopeful eyes. He swallowed back the biting words at the tip of his tongue. Andrew raised an eyebrow and asked, "What do you want?" Puzzled, Melina replied, "I don't want anything. I was just asking if it's okay. Would my liking you cause you any trouble?" Without Linda as an issue, Melina's feelings were obvious. She didn't expect Andrew to love her back. She just wanted a chance. If he agreed, she wouldn't hide her feelings anymore. Suddenly remembering something, Melina quickly added, "Do