Chapter 1953

Lucas had to have a soft spot for Stella. They were childhood sweethearts after all, and his entire demeanor toward her was a stark contrast to his distant attitude with Melody.

The thought of that left Melody feeling downcast. She viewed the Riveras' estate as a temporary place to stay, as she would end that marriage and leave Lucas forever after a year.

"What's gotten you so lost in thought, Melody?” Beatrice's question snapped Melody back to reality.

Melody forced a smile. "Oh, umm... Nothing much, Grandma. I was just thinking about what I should cook for breakfast tomorrow."

"As much as I love your delightful cooking, you shouldn't trouble yourself with these duties. Lucas married you because he wants to give you a good life," Beatrice stated earnestly.

but Beatrice could not bear to see her doing those duties

she viewed the simple act of

say what came up? I wonder what it is that needs his attention at such a

Beatrice learned that Lucas sent Stella home, their sham marriage

gaze and explained, "He

Is it that urgent?" Beatrice grumbled. ’ Even if something needs his immediate attention, he

toward someone who was treating her with

did arrange for Edmund to send me back," Melody

Melody's frown and said with a heavy heart, "I didn't think you'd resort to dishonesty just

up in shock when she realized that Beatrice had

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