The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

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There was a moment of silence as the coldness in Melanie’s eyes intensified. “Defamation?” She had guessed that Viola would not admit her mistake quietly, but she did not expect Viola to retaliate,

“Mel, you’d better prepare yourself. Viola’s lawyer is from Oskon City and is reputed to have handled many exoneration cases before. He’s quite famous.”

Melanie paused when she heard ‘Oskon City‘ being mentioned. She remembered the settlement. agreement at the police station. Her eyes flickered slightly as she pressed her lips together. She buried herself in her thoughts.

Stephen could not say much more either and could only remind Melanie to be careful. He seemed busy on his end and ended the call shortly after.

Melanie stood still silently. She then turned and went into the bathroom.

The Jepton police called early the next morning, informing Melanie of the situation and urging her to return to Jepton as soon as possible.

Aside from the issue with Viola, there was also Dylan. Word had it that she was not in the best mental state now and would occasionally curse George out of the blue before breaking down in tears.

Melanie did not react much to the news and just casually replied to the officer with a few words.

documents on the table. She let out an imperceptible sigh.

City next Monday. In the meantime, she had to prepare another

the task and made no other arrangements. Returning to Jepton would not delay

effort.

a moment of hesitation, Melanie made up her mind. She called Xander to inform situation, and he advised her to return to handle things. The only remaining

of the

igh.

in his room. If Melanie were to return to Jepton, there would

take care

finished her call with Xander, Hugh knocked on her door before she even

the doorframe. His limp was still prominent. There was a bulge on

do about Hugh when he said indifferently, “My mentor’s family

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nodded as she glanced

fault. You don’t need to be so diligent

might lead