At that moment, Melody seemed like a completely different person from the one who ignored him at the door.

Lucas gazed at her with probing eyes.

'What's wrong with her again?' Lucas wondered.

Melody noticed his gaze and nervously asked, "What's wrong? Don't you like this dish?"

"No, I love it!" Lucas picked up a forkful and tasted it.

Despite their personal feelings, they had to keep their act in front of Cedric and Beatrice.

Throughout the meal, Melody played the role of the ideal wife, serving Lucas with unwavering devotion. Lucas, in turn, accepted everything she offered, even though there were a few dishes he was not particularly fond of.

there was some conflict between the two, but as she observed their interactions, she became more at

Playing the act of a devoted wife was draining. She found the whole

entered their room just after Melody finished

said nonchalantly, "Grandpa and Grandma probably haven't returned to their room yet, so you should wait a bit before going to sleep

been home much. Even when he was back, he always slept in the guest room. Consequently, they hardly get to spend

brief acknowledgment, Lucas headed

came out, Melody was sitting on the

forlorn back for a moment before walking over. He then settled down in the rattan chair next to Melody. "What's going on with

perfect wife in front of

over seemed to be the reason for her to leave the balcony, so she stood up and walked back to the room. Her dismissal left Lucas feeling displeased. He, too, got up and followed her

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