The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

Chapter 498

She just stayed by Henry’s side and greeted some guests with him.

Most of them knew her, and they looked at her inquisitively.

Back then, Henry was one of the main reasons why everyone tacitly agreed that Melanie was sure to marry Eugene. He always brought Melanie around to socialize as a member of the family.

Melanie held Henry’s coat and followed behind him, saying hesitantly, “Mr. Henry, I saw Mr. Cedric glancing your way a few times just now. He might be looking for you.”

Henry frowned as if displeased, but Melanie continued, “I’ll get Landon to invite Mr. Cedric over. I’ll join you after you’re done talking with him.”

A cloud fell over Henry’s expression. He knew that Melanie was indirectly excusing herself. She did not want to greet the guests with him.

He thought for a moment and said in a low voice, “Alright, then I want you to go and call Eugene. The banquet is about to start, but he’s not here yet.”

Henry was obviously doing this on purpose. Melanie was about to refuse when Henry waved his hand and followed Landon away.

but

did not ring for long before he picked up. Eugene’s deep and slightly cold voice reached her ears.

tone was even. Your

and then said coolly, “Do you really think you’re a part

eyes. “I’m just doing what your

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Eugene scoffed. It was very quiet on his end.

took a deep breath and said calmly, “I passed on his word, so I’m hanging up

the laughter inside, she knew that Henry was still greeting the

not think about anything else. She stood rooted

Melanie looked up instinctively and saw

tailored suit accentuated his tall and handsome figure. The iris brooch on his chest added to

had coincidentally dressed in a way that

banquet would be

chose an elegant gown that put a modern twist on the