Chapter 44. Melanie's Dark Secret

"What do you mean?" Melanie swallowed hard. Her tongue was going numb.

Paul smiled slyly. "You think I don't know? You are a murderer. You are lucky that I still loved you all this time. Now, because that time is over, is there any reason for me to cover up your crimes?"

Paul's crisp laugh filled the air. When it subsided, the rest left an impression of horror.

"Life is funny. We started at the altar but ended up together in prison.”

Suddenly, Paul leaned forward, whispering, "But after thinking about it, I think you'll be the one to go in there first. I still have a chance. Maybe, there's a kind investor who wants to be my savior. But you ...."

His finger was pointed forward. "You have no hope. Your sins cannot be erased like a debt."

While Paul laughed again, Melanie grimaced in annoyance. When her chest became too tight, she grabbed Paul by the collar.

"Don't mess up with me! You think you can threaten me with that? You don't have solid e