Chapter 848

Andrew's mind was truly warped. Given the environment he had grown up in, how could it not be? As he had once admitted to Melina, changing who he was at his core wasn't easy. While Melina's recent behavior had eased some of his fears that she might leave, deep down, he could never truly feel secure. He couldn't face being abandoned again. Melina was all he had now. That was why he resented seeing her care about anyone else. But he also knew he couldn't resort to the same methods as before. Melina wasn't someone who responded well to force. Pushing too hard would only backfire. So, outwardly, he gave her what seemed like complete freedom and respect. Meanwhile, he quietly manipulated things—blocking calls, disrupting signals, and keeping Lyla and others away. Now that Melina was upset, he had no choice but to act graciously. After the bodyguards left, Andrew walked back toward the house. Crossing through the yard, he accidentally stepped on an orchid plant. Without so much as a