Olivia stared at Melinda in disbelief. She didn't know what to say to that. John Drake, aka Johnny D, was Noah's father? How was that possible? Ellie Porter had not had any ties to this man. It didn't make sense.
"Could this be a mistake?" she asked Melinda.
"I ran it three times Liv, it's not a mistake. John Drake is Noah's dad." Melinda looked at Olivia sympathetically. "What would you like me to do?"
Olivia hesitated. She had grown up not knowing her father and didn't want the same for Noah, despite the fact that his father was a pimp and a criminal. But she also wanted Noah to have a good life, away from all of that. She knew she wasn't going to be able to hide it forever though.
"I don't want him knowing Melinda. I don't want there to be a chance of Noah living with that guy. Not after what he's done to those women," answered Olivia finally. "Do you have to tell anyone?"
"No. It's not important in this case. I just wanted you to know."
Olivia nodded. She gave Melinda a small smile, grateful for her friend's honesty and kindness. "Thank you."
Melinda smiled back. "Anytime. Let me know when you start the paperwork so I can help. I don't want Noah to go to another home either. He's so sweet and cute. I love him."
"Well, you are his aunty now. You have to be here for him."
"Always." They laughed at each other.