The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

Chapter 272

At the very least, she had never imagined her grandfather’s matter to be linked to Eugene.

Xander sensed something off in her tone and walked a bit farther away, distancing himself from Oliver and the others. He asked, “What’s going on?”

Melanie hesitated a bit before saying, “I’m waiting at Jepton Hotel to meet Dr. Hel. Dr. Wells mentioned he’s a renowned neurology expert, and he’s also Eugene’s uncle.”

Xander’s brows creased slightly at that. Yvonne happened to come over then. When she saw Xander’s serious expression, she asked, “What’s wrong?”

“Nothing,” Xander said before turning around and going back to the room.

Melanie waited outside the hotel for a while. She made up her mind before leaving. When she arrived at the villa, the group had returned and were gathered around the coffee table. They were engaged in conversation.

Yvonne sat alone playing games on the side, enjoying the lively atmosphere. She liked the company and had decided to stay there after meeting up with Reny last night.

still holding the stew that had cooled down, asked, “Anyone want stew? I bought it from the north of the city. I

put down her phone, stood

the house over there.”

a house in the north of the city?” Yvonne asked.

Melanie replied as she took the stew into the kitchen. She poured

stew quickly wafted through the air. Reny, who had seemingly arrived unnoticed, stood at the doorway while sniffing. “That smells amazing.”

head, Melanie said, “Could you go ask how

the smile in her eyes instantly vanished. She whispered

light of the microwave and got lost in

voice interrupted her thoughts, bringing her back. She turned to see Xander at the door, his face as calm as ever. “Howard

you know

Xander replied

long time, she rarely ever heard him voluntarily mention his family. She knew Xander was related to Stephen, though. He was likely from