The Day I Kissed An Older Man by Cher the Cherished

Lucas did not return the entire night, and Melody was unsure how she eventually fell asleep.

The following morning, she came down and saw Edmund. In the meantime, Beatrice was having breakfast at the nearby dining table and offered a smile when Melody descended. Edmund greeted Melody respectfully, too.

"Edmund? Why are you here at this hour?" Melody asked, puzzled. Under normal circumstances, Edmund was always with Lucas and rarely visited the home.

Edmund nodded slightly and replied, "He flew abroad last night. I'm here to pack up his belongings and catch a nine o'clock flight."

she soon nodded and chose not to dwell on it. Once Edmund noticed that Melody was up, he immediately went up the stairs to collect Lucas' luggage. Lucas had departed without informing Melody,

such a time. His departure

sat down for breakfast, Beatrice served her

call, and not because of her. That thought brought unspeakable unease, and she shook her head to try and avoid thinking about him. She did not seem to have any appetite and said that she was full, even though she had

she was

not be able to handle all that pent-up sadness, Beatrice was just about to advise her when Melody stood up abruptly and announced that she was heading to

However, the

began to worry about Melody's relationship with Lucas. It was unbecoming

to convey their wish for Lucas to return soon and not remain outside of the country after discussing business. Edmund merely nodded. He found it inappropriate to inform the old couple of Lucas' matters, and the