The Unfaithful Mr. Scott novel (Eugene and Melanie)

Chapter 759

Lee left to buy some food for Eugene, leaving only Melanie and Eugene in the house.

Eugene’s voice sounded abruptly. “Matthew came to Jepton for business. He’ll be back to Oskon City tomorrow morning. It’s impossible for him to be in Jepton for Christmas. He had to come only because of the Qaisas‘ old patriarch.”

Leaning back on the couch, Eugene tilted his head. The uneasy feeling made him furrow his eyebrows slightly. His voice sounded deeper than usual.

Melanie glanced at him. She had heard many people talk about Matthew’s relationship with the Qaisa family, but she never quite understood what was going on.

However, recalling the unpleasant meeting with Matthew, she had little interest in asking further.

She was originally planning to take a bath and rest after Eugene left. However, Melanie was surprised when Lee, who had been out for a while, called back to say that no restaurants were open.

It was expected since the northern part of the city mostly consisted of small, individually owned restaurants—unlike the bustling southern area.

During Christmas, most eateries were closed.

As soon as Lee hung up the phone, Eugene’s dark pupils slowly turned to Melanie. Melanie’s expression darkened. “Ask him to take you home when he returns.”

“Do you

not have a chance to reject as he had already entered the kitchen.

out

inexperienced in such matters. Holding the sauce, Eugene stood in the kitchen as he tried to

wasting food, Melanie went in and took the sauce from him. She

the kitchen. Leaning against the doorway,

Melanie could feel the gaze behind her but chose to ignore it, not wanting to talk to him.

she served it on

on the coffee table. Yvonne had sent several photos to the group chat, all of them showcasing the scenery on the island.

call. As soon as Yvonne called, Melanie grabbed her phone and headed to the bedroom. Passing by Eugene, she hesitated for a

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but now, it seemed she really liked it there, she led them around excitedly. Halfway through, she suddenly asked Melanie, “If you’re alone at home, why don’t you come here too? Let’s

okay. I’m fine

really alright? You’re

relationship between you and Carlisle, I’ll be there immediately,” Melanie teased, diverting the topic and making Yvonne complain about Carlisle.

a long time. When she heard the sound of the main door