"Is that so?" Lucas scoffed, seemingly unconvinced. He pulled Melody into a hug and turned to leave.

Melody could not help but steal a glance back at Sherman as a helpless sigh escaped her lips.

Lucas released her only after he led her to a secluded spot.

Lost in thought, Melody bumped into a pillar and cried out, "Ouch!"

Lucas subconsciously reached out to help, but his expression sank and he stopped himself mid-way when the memory of Melody and Sherman's cheerful conversation appeared in his mind. Melody clutched her head in pain.

"What's the matter?" Lucas sneered. "Did you get distracted by your classmate?"

"You don't have to be so snarky about it. We're just classmates." Melody's unhappiness grew when he made snide comments at her while she was in pain.

his eyes. The usually demure Melody shot back at him for Sherman's sake gave him a clearer idea of how deeply Sherman mattered

like it was a sign

to have a knack of charming men

our time

reflect not only on yourself but

overstepped her line. "I'm sorry. I was too careless.

down on her. "Mind your attitude, too. Remember, I just loaned you three million. Shouldn't you prioritize me over that senior of

His condescending gaze highlighted the

pay it back to you with interest anyway,"

her closer to him. "What sort of interest are we talking about?" He ignored her struggling

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