The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

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Melanie subconsciously said, “No need, I’ll change at home.”

Stephen insisted on having her change. “It’s not comfortable wearing dirty clothes.” He looked solemn as he continued, “And you’ll get sick wearing wet clothes. You don’t want to worry your grandfather, do you?”

At the mention of her grandfather, Melanie did not try refuting anymore and took the coat. She thanked Stephen and put it on.

It was indeed a bit cold. The air conditioning in the room was on full blast, and her clothes were a bit damp, making her uncomfortable. Melanie sat in the corner because she was trying to avoid the air conditioning.

Seeing that she had put on his coat, the seriousness on Stephen’s face disappeared. He went to pour a cup of hot water for Melanie.

Melanie held the hot water in her hand and chatted with him aimlessly. Meanwhile, in the pool room, a burst of laughter suddenly erupted, followed by the dissatisfied voice of Simon. He said, “Do you all look down on me just because I didn’t arrange a date with a young model today?”

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Simon’s playboy reputation was well–known. People in the circle knew about his relationships with young models and internet celebrities. Melanie was not interested in that, and she sipped her hot

water slowly.

Joshua came out. Seeing that Stephen was back, he quickly said, “Stephen, come inside and join us. They’re betting, and we need one more person.”

Stephen looked at Melanie, who replied calmly, “You go and play. I’ll sit here for a while.”

Joshua suggested, “Melanie, come join us. They’re playing something interesting.”

Melanie was not interested in getting involved in their game and shook her head, refusing.

not push her and

whispered to Melanie, “If anything happens, come find me.” Then, he entered the pool room

living room had gone to the pool room, leaving those who did not

became quiet, with only the sound of rain pattering outside and occasional Jaughter

at everyone,

the first to refuse. “You’re bad at

not satisfied and looked at Stephen. “Stephen, will

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man with a good

only a white shirt.

and glanced at Stephen. He then asked Joshua beside

moment to realize he was referring to Melanie. His expression turned somewhat strange as he asked Zack, “Why are you asking

wearing Stephen’s coat? Tsk, what’s

speaking quietly, but

sleeve, curiosity reflecting on her face as she asked, “Could Melanie and Mr. Stephen really be

froze, his dark eyes showing no emotion. After a moment, he lowered his gaze and spoke in a cold

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she said gently, “If it’s true, then Melanie and Mr. Stephen would be

brows had the barest furrow as he made a non–committal sound.

time to slowly organize them. The rain seemed to

only to see Eugene walking toward her. He was expressionless and had his phone

furrowed. He threw out a sentence, “I want to see all

person on the other end of the call said some things, and Eugene’s expression grew even

her head and gone back to organizing the materials Xander had given her.

him.