Chapter 1996

Melody had been in more frequent contact with Edmund and enlisted his help in many tasks. She was well aware of Edmund's capabilities, and she knew he could easily step in to teach Wendy a lesson. However, she was determined to handle the matter herself. She had to learn how to fight back against her bullies, or she would never grow.

"I can handle it myself, and Edmund has helped me a lot. He's your secretary, not my errand boy. I can't keep burdening him with more work all the time," said Melody with a faint smile.

For some reason, her smile made Lucas' heart ache. It was as if she was a fragile doll who could shatter at a slight touch.

"Let's go." Lucas stepped forward and took her hand. "I'll take you out for a meal."

Melody barely registered what was happening, even as he dragged her out. "Uh, Lucas, wait..."

He ignored her protest and strode outside with her in tow.

Melody did not resist. Her face turned bright red when she looked down in a daze on their intertwined fingers.

not as resistant to his touch as

to them, their relationship subtly

passenger door, gesturing

we going?" Melody looked at her hand, which had been released, feeling somewhat unsure

into the car. "Where else do you

to a nearby restaurant and said

request and brought all the dishes

meal.

table full of dishes. "Lucas, are these dishes freshly

dishes I usually eat. When I come,

picked up a bowl of soup and placed

life of a wealthy person. The table full of dishes must have cost a fortune in

come here to eat

Lucas gracefully poured himself a bowl of soup

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