A Whisper that went unheard novel Chapter 19

Everyone fell silent after Andrew finished speaking.

Melody's hands trembled slightly. She kept her eyes lowered and said nothing, breathing a bit faster.

Andrew explained patiently, "Here's the thing. Regallo has a new project right now. If I announce this matter, Regallo's reputation will definitely be affected.

"Mel, I know I sound selfish. But Regallo can't have anything go wrong right now. The foundation is sponsoring a lot of people at the moment. Green Moon Orphanage is also on the foundation's assistance list."

He paused and spoke with a heavier tone, "We can't afford any mistakes with this project."

Melody's lashes quivered even harder when she heard him mention Green Moon Orphanage. That was the orphanage from which Andrew adopted her.

Melody still went back to help the director whenever she could.

She knew exactly why he brought up the orphanage. However, what could she do?

She was the adopted daughter of the Wardolf family. If she took the initiative to say she wanted to leave the family, everyone would label her as ungrateful.

Andrew was worried about Regallo's reputation, so he didn't care about hers.

Yet, there was no other way.

They had raised her for so many years. She owed them. She had to repay that debt.

Melody forced down her emotions and pressed her lips together. After a while, she spoke softly.

"Alright, I can do it. As long as it helps Regallo's project go smoothly, I'll do whatever you need me to."

Those words made the heavy atmosphere at the dinner table lighten.

Andrew smiled, satisfied. "I knew you'd be the most understanding. I remember your birthday is coming up in two days. I already prepared a gift for you. You can take it with you later."

Melody felt her body go rigid for a moment, but she reacted quickly and forced a smile. "Thank you, Dad."

She finished speaking and lowered her head, pretending to keep eating. She didn't correct Andrew because he never actually remembered her birthday.

He only remembered her birthday in the early years, back when he wanted to show everyone how well he treated her. He made a point of celebrating it then.