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.

had no choice but to

long before he picked up. Eugene’s deep and slightly cold

the lamplight. Her tone was even. Your grandfather asked me to ask you when

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

lowered her eyes. “I’m just doing what

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Eugene scoffed.

“I passed on his

the hall. From the laughter inside, she knew that Henry was still greeting the guests. If she went in, she would probably be caught up in the

else. She stood rooted to the ground and continued to look at the wilting lily

instinctively and saw Eugene walking toward

him from above. His well- tailored suit

had coincidentally dressed in a way that

that Henry’s birthday banquet

an elegant gown that put a modern twist on the