Melissa slipped quietly through the back door, intending to return to her hospital room unnoticed. Unfortunately, she crossed paths with Alexander, who was returning from outside.
Panicking, she pressed herself against the corner wall, breathing heavily. She had barely avoided being seen by him!
After waiting for a while and hearing the sound of a door closing, she exhaled in relief. Peeking around the corner, she noticed the guards outside Phoebe's room had left.
Tiptoeing towards the door, Melissa stood on her toes and peered through the small window. The scene inside made her jealousy burn even deeper.
Alexander was doting on Phoebe with tenderness, his gaze full of affection and care. The sight stung Melissa's heart.
Just days ago, Melissa had suffered a miscarriage. She had thoug
