Chapter 298

Melody had clearly thrown down the gauntlet, and her instincts kicked in as she reached for the passenger’s door, intent on claiming her rightful spot.

Dexter seemed utterly oblivious.

But as I stood there, refusing to get in, he stepped out and cajoled in a hushed tone, “Phoebe…”

Isn’t riding shotgun á privilege reserved for your girlfriend? What the heck is she?” I asked, my voice tinged with hurt.

Dexter winced, then offered an explanation. “She gets carsick.”

I made a retching gesture. “Well, I’m pregnant and even more carsick.”

Dexter glanced at Melody. “Sorry, shotgun’s for Phoebe today. She’s not feeling well.”

she reluctantly got out of the car, shooting me a venomous look.

couldn’t help but smirk, wondering how

in the car until

and looked around, taking

and rushing to get inside first, I couldn’t keep quiet. “Dexter, I remember you used to let me stay in the attic room across the way.”

You locked me in that attic, left me to burn with fever…

then dropped his gaze, guilt–ridden.

doesn’t cut it.

fair,” I pressed firmly. “Just looking at her makes stay there. She’s the one clinging to you, begging

Dexter hesitated.

dare push it!” Melody snapped, losing her

The attic’s quite

think that Phoebe should pay Melody back when Melody doesn’t have

grasped my shoulders. “Phoebe, I didn’t mean that. She can

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