The Day I Kissed An Older Man by Cher the Cherished

Lucas glanced over and did not seem bothered that Thalia remained at the door of the house. He was holding a small luggage bag filled mostly with Melody's belongings and only about two or three sets of clothes. When Thalia extended her hand to take it, he skillfully avoided her and handed it to the servant who had come to assist him. "It's too heavy. You won't be able to lift it."

Thalia pouted and expressed some sympathy for him. "Why do your grandparents seem more interested in Melody's well-being, rather than yours? They didn't even wait to welcome you. It saddens me a little, actually."

Lucas did not understand why Thalia felt saddened by that. He came home at least once every two days, and his grandparents were likely not that excited to see him around. Besides, there was no point for either of them to stand at the gate and brave the cold wind. His grandparents were old, and Melody had just recovered too.

He considered Thalia to be a bit sensitive, but he chose not to dwell on it.

with Melody. Does this mean you're less busy this time around? Could you take me out for a walk if you have the time?" Thalia harbored hopes of having some alone

up on Lucas. She vowed to make the old couple

She turned and said excitedly

a more reticent tone. "Join

faintly and said, "Really? Well, you should go ahead and indulge yourself then. I already had my fill a few days ago when you weren't at home, and I had regular access to all this seafood because

had little experience with such delicacies. Melody did not think too much

them. How many servings has she eaten?" Lucas' inquiry managed to dispel Beatrice's frown. "Only two bowls. I had

monitor her food intake when