"More importantly, I know you're not that kind of person. I believe you, and whatever evidence I've put forth based on my observations was grounded in my belief in you." Melody was a little taken aback that Lucas would give her such a serious answer after that light-hearted moment earlier. That was exactly what she had been waiting for.

When they arrived at the door of the house, Lucas turned to look at Melody. "I know it's very uncomfortable to be treated as a suspect, and I know that you feel that this isn't fair. But believe me, the perpetrator will reveal himself soon. Just wait patiently."

Melody was convinced by his gentle yet firm assertion. "I believe you."

"Good. Now wipe your tears. Grandma's going to think that I haven't been treating you well when she sees that your eyes are red," Lucas urged.

Melody touched her cheek, which was still dry. She glanced at Lucas and saw a little smirk on the corner of his lips. "You're playing tricks on me again!"

Lucas reached out to hold her hand and went into the villa together.

too busy at the company?" Beatrice stood up as soon as she heard the front door open and looked at Lucas somewhat disapprovingly. Melody could not bear to

food's all ready. Hurry up and eat. You must be hungry after a

and soothed her emotions. Beatrice was delighted to see them eating and joined them for another half-bowl of soup. She hoped that their peaceful and stable life could continue for the rest of their

rooms, but it was not long until

of taking a nap at that time and would usually stay at home unless there was an emergency. She thus found it a little odd that

told her not to go to the set in the afternoon. He did not specify where he was

evening. You can take a walk in the backyard with Grandma if you're bored." He patted

of loneliness emerged in Melody's expression as she heard

him to tell me where he's going even if

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