The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 1109

"Oh? So you have a friend in prison. That sounds good!" echoed Charles. 'When Mom was in jail, she had someone to talk to. Now that she's out, she's got no one to confide in except me, ' he thought, feeling bad for Melissa.

"Oh yes, she's a nice child about your age. She was good to me and helped me a lot. Unfortunately, she's still in jail. If she could get out right now, I would be less lonely."

The tone Melissa used to narrate the story was one that sounded like she didn't believe it was something that could happen in her lifetime.

Her voice carried a hint of sadness. It felt like she would never find another friend as good as the one she mentioned.

"Were you in a cell?" he asked. He could sense that Melissa cared about that friend very much.

"Yes, we were roommates. At that time, she had just gotten arrested for a couple of days. She would always tell me what was happening outside. She always comforted me, too."

Her reply was in a faint voice.

After some moments, she went on, "I'm really grateful to Leila Zhang for treating me so well. She's a good girl actually, but made some mistakes…"

"Wait, Mom, what's her name?" he interrupt her abruptly.

"She's Leila Zhang," answered Melissa calmly. Of course, it was completely intentional to introduce her to Charles.

Bringing up her name was just a start. She was convinced that she could bring Leila into her son's life again.

"Leila Zhang?" he repeated in disbelief. 'What a coincidence!' he thought.

"Yes, it's her. Do you know her?"

Melissa put on a curious facade.

"Um…no. I just heard about her."

Charles had no intention of telling his mother what had happened between him and Leila.

With a gleam shining in her eyes, she stared at her son and gushed, "Is that so, Charles? Then you must know that she really is a good girl. Can you help me get her out? When I was in prison, she was truly kind to me. I'm dying to talk to her and bring her to nice places where we can walk around."

Upon hearing this, Charles furrowed his brows. His grudge against Leila hadn't completely faded, but as he saw an expectant look in Melissa's eyes, he couldn't bear the thought of refusing her request.

"Charles, please?"

Melissa pleaded, focusing her eager gaze on his eyes.

"Do you really like Leila Zhang, Mom?"

Charles couldn't hide his scowl.

'If Mom truly is fond of Leila, I can get her out. If she can keep Mom company, they could help each other be better people. That will be a good thing, ' he rationalized within himself.

"Yes," she nodded. There was a determination in both her voice and expression.

"I see. I will take care of this," he agreed, smiling slightly. "Is there anything else you need? If not, I'll go upstairs."

"That's all. Are you sure you can help me get Leila out?" she asked to confirm. Her mood heightened tremendously. 'Sheryl's plan to move out with Charles almost worked, but things will be different now. Once Leila gets released, I'll have her support, ' she thought, snickering inwardly.