The maid, embarrassed, offered no answer.

Jessie was sprawled across the bed, her engagement-ready appearance marred by her condition, whispering Albert's name amidst her sobs and angry outbursts.

She lamented his absence and expressed her reluctance to marry another.

Upon watching this, Melissa's heart went out to Jessie.

She fetched a towel and gently began to wipe Jessie's face as she sat beside her. Slowly coming to, Jessie saw Melissa and burst into tears.