Hiding the Twins from Their Billionaire Father by Pixie

S2 62. Melanie’s Dark Secret

Frank tilted his head, trying to catch Melanie’s gaze. When he succeeded, he whispered, “Why? What was your reason for doing that? Isn’t Dad always nice to you?”

Melanie’s lips began to tremble. Her chest felt full of peeling wounds. “Nice you say?”

After snorting, Melanie looked away. Her gaze turned dreamy. “For years, I thought I was the queen. But apparently, he was still secretly sending letters to that woman.”

“He did that out of a sense of responsibility and guilt. Yes, he still remembered his old lover and their son. But, didn’t he choose us in the end? He’s always with us.”

“What’s the use of togetherness without warmth? It instead feels like a torturous bondage.”

Melanie’s voice was getting hoarse. Her sadness thickened. “Did you know that your father never smiled sincerely at me?”

The corners of Melanie’s lips twitched in disgust. “His smile in front of clients was even wider than in front of me. His laughter with the staff was louder than when he was with me. And his memories with Vivian were much more memorable than those with me.

Suddenly, Melanie returned Frank’s gaze. Her eyes sharpened. “Your father left that woman because of love, while he married me because he had to. That was the biggest insult in my life.”

“I know you’re hurt, but is that a good reason to break the rules? Committing attempted murder?”

“I just wanted to teach your father a lesson. Who would have thought

that he would actually die not long after that incident? And it’s not fault. His business opponents took action. I’m not a murderer.”

“But you once tried to kill.”

Melanie suddenly clutched her head. The pressure inside was enormous. “But it’s not my fault. Your father died not because of me. You can’t blame me.”

“Then why did you leave after he died?”

“Because your grandfather didn’t want to see me. He knew about the shrimp powder. He even wanted to kill me, but he couldn’t bear to destroy your feelings. Because of that, he forced me to leave your side.”

Frank shook his head briefly. “No. If Grandpa really hated you, how could your name be in his will?”

Melanie gasped. Her gaping mouth was forced to swallow back the words that almost came out.

“Answer me, Mom. Could it be the gold was the payment? You’re willing to exchange your son for an inheritance that you don’t know when to receive it?” Frank inquired, his breath starting to rumble.

it for

your happiness. You couldn’t live under Grandpa’s pressure and Dad’s shadow. You’re afraid

covered her ears. “That’s enough, Frank.”

want

haven’t learnt yet? You’re still selfish. You never thought about other people. You’re willing to sacrifice your family for

even injured

Barbara was injured in an

know?” Pursing his lips, Frank shook his head. “In fact, I am the one who knows best. You are a

twitched in disapproval. “I’m not a murderer,” she whispered, emphatically.

to take the risk to accept you

His expression was still stiff.

but you always waste it. I no longer want to risk my family’s safety to save

in disapproval. She tried to grab Frank’s knee, but Frank dodged it.

mentality there. Reflect on what you’ve done and make peace

sighed in disbelief. Her head movements became faster. “No, Frank. I’m not crazy. I’m

there.”

Mom.” Frank turned toward the

to harm anyone again. I promise! Please don’t let me

back at all. He came out and asked the bodyguard lock the

don’t abandon me. I promise not to make another mistake again.

gaze lowered, contemplating his mother’s future fate.

finished talking?”

When he turned

walked over to Kara

arm.

his face. “I feel like he needs support from

Frank sighed with emotion, Kara glanced at the door.

I will

Melanie was banging on the door with a look of panic and

made up your mind?”

lips curved sadly. Exhaling heavily, he embraced Kara. “Sorry.

It’s not your fault. You’ve tried your

silent for a moment. He let the soothing words sink