Chapter 894

After Debra left, Melody finally expressed her displeasure. “Your daughter is a bit unruly.”

Liza had insulted and hit her. The shame would be with her for the rest of her life.

“I’ve spoiled Liza,” Bert said. “I’m truly sorry about this. Please go back to your room and rest. I’ve called for a doctor to examine your face.”

His gentle words calmed Melody somewhat, but the memory of Liza’s harsh words still

stung.

She said, “I only came to you because I don’t know many people here. I didn’t expect Liza to misunderstand. I wonder what others must think of me now.”

“We’re just old acquaintances. No need to worry about what others think,” Bert reassured her. “No one dares speak ill of the Eaton family here.”

struck a nerve with Melody. If she hadn’t chosen that workaholic Wilbur all those years ago, she might have

her

old acquaintances?” Melody asked, more

headed upstairs, like a sulking

Carter spoke up. “Sir, having Mrs. Nichols Sr. stay here isn’t a good idea. If Miss Eaton finds out, she’ll cause a scene

can’t just throw her out,” Bert

had indeed been fond of Melody. But she had chosen

and any feelings he once had were long gone. Melody was no longer the young beauty she once was. Now,

again, he couldn’t muster any interest. To him, Melody was

Melody didn’t see it

way, make sure that Mrs. Houston is well taken care of,” Bert

“Well…” Carter hesitated.

City. She

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