The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

Chapter 117

Indeed, they were playing with substantial stakes. When Melanie lost a four–figure sum in this particular round, Eugene did not even blink an eye when he handed over the money.

Melanie’s luck did not improve for the rest of the evening, and she continued to lose in subsequent rounds.

After ending another round, Simon threw his cards on the table and said to Eugene, “Are you losing on purpose?”

Melanie had been losing consistently, and her mood was terrible by now. “I already said I didn’t want to play.”

Kellen, who was enjoying the spectacle at this moment, was the biggest winner of the night. He seemed to be having a great time. He said to Simon, “Mr. Scott here is the one paying for her losses. Why are you getting worked up?”

While their dynamics were evident in the way they spoke to one another, Melanie could not shake the feeling that something was off. There seemed to be something going on.

She hesitated for a moment, thinking of getting up. However, Eugene, who was seated next to her, casually said, “Deal the cards.”

The card machine set up the next round. Kellen asked, “Will you be joining the game yourself?”

very good at it,”

the cards silently. The scent emanating from Eugene

her, Melanie was able to swiftly identify Eugene’s distinctly cool and clear aura. She got a bit lost in thought until Eugene reached

snapped her back to

to her because of that,

daze, he raised a brow. Otherwise, he was as nonchalant as usual. However, his next words carried a hint of harshness. “If you lose

frowned but did not get

clear if Eugene was actually good at the game or if it was a coincidence, but ever since he arrived, Melanie had

Simon ended up being the biggest loser as he lost to all three of his

night and pushed the cards away before suggesting they disband. Eugene and Melanie had driven over. Simon

Chapter 117

been drinking tonight. On the other hand, Eugene was sober, so he took the wheel. Still a little groggy from the alcohol, Melanie hesitated before opening the back door. She immediately heard Simon’s discontented remark,

then went to sit in the front passenger

breeze that made Melanie’s temples ache. Frowning, she leaned back in her seat. Halfway through the journey, a light rain started, and they had to

said, expressing his disgust as soon as