Chapter 501

Andrew unconsciously leaned closer, his hand reaching out to touch Melina's face. But just as his fingertips were about to graze her skin, a realization seemed to dawn on him, making him abruptly withdraw his hand. He didn't want to disturb her. She couldn't see him—not like this. Andrew stood silently by the bedside, gazing at Melina as if committing her features to memory. Even when Yvonne returned after checking on the blind girl, he remained motionless. "Andrew," Yvonne said, breaking the quiet. "I need to wake her up so she can take her medicine." He nodded. "Alright, I'll leave." Her gaze softened as she glanced at his injuries. "You shouldn't be moving around like this. Rest and let yourself heal. Even if you're seriously hurt now, Melina wouldn't feel sorry for you. Her compassion runs as deep as her resolve." "I know." His voice was quiet, almost resigned. "I just wanted to see her. She won't know I was here." Yvonne sighed heavily. "If only you had realized this soone