The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

Chapter 417

Eugene’s words were laced with sarcasm, making Melanie feel as if a hand was squeezing her heart firmly. She looked at Eugene, whose face seemed somewhat like a stranger’s. He was defending Viola so fiercely that he immediately cut her off at the slightest suspicion.

“Eugene…” Viola murmured, her already red eyes turning even redder. It looked like she had finally understood the probing nature of Melanie’s words.

“Melanie, did you misunderstand something? If you want to ask me anything, can’t you just say it directly?” she said in a hoarse voice. “I’m not as clever as you. I don’t understand what you’re trying to say.”

Viola then tugged at Eugene’s sleeve. “Eugene, don’t be angry. Melanie has been through a lot lately. We should be understanding.”

Eugene continued to look at Melanie. Then, in a low tone, he said, “It’s hard for me not to suspect that you’re intentionally delaying time right now.”

a calm tone, “I made an appointment for nine o’clock. How

grandfather had always treated Eugene well, even going so far as to pray for him all the time. How could he be so cold and sarcastic now? It was as if there could

her grandfather had never been important

a soft tone, seemingly consoling Melanie, “Melanie, I know you’re feeling upset, but can you

before adding, “I’m a little afraid of making you

these words, she had labeled Melanie a bully. Melanie felt a bitterness surge in her heart as Eugene watched her. The entire

her gaze, she remained silent for a moment and suppressed her emotions. She still did not have evidence to prove Viola’s involvement. Relying on verbal statements alone

just mentioned last night that she wanted to play with you,

the case, I’ll make time to accompany Peachie in the future.

and said nothing

merely glanced at her for a moment before quickly shifting

about to mediate the situation as per habit when his phone rang. His expression changed as he reminded Eugene, “We can