Ch. 2461..2470

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2461-It was the first time Wendy had spoken to Melody in such a humble tone, even lowering her head that had always been held high.

"My dear sister, let's just consider this time that I made a mistake. Can you please not hold it against me? You should understand, these job opportunities are extremely precious to me. We're different. You have a backer supporting you, but I am all alone, trying to make it in the entertainment industry! Do you want to see me drowned in everyone's spit?" sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ Findɴovel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Melody found Wendy's words incredibly amusing. "What do you mean I have a backer? Who told you that?"

Wendy impatiently interjected, "That's not the main point. Everyone in the industry knows that you have a wealthy man backing you. Otherwise, how could you have quickly established a studio? No company would be willing to sign you when you have so many scandals."

Although Wendy's words were somewhat harsh, they held some truth. Melody, being a newcomer in the industry, was unlikely to have her own personal studio.

Especially with her numerous scandals, despite having strong evidence to refute them, most companies would be hesitant to sign an actress who could easily stir up controversy online.

"Well, what you said isn't entirely wrong," Melody admitted. "But how does all of this relate to whether or not I forgive you?"

Melody's smile widened, while Wendy seemed puzzled by her response.

"What do you mean by that?" Wendy asked.

Melody feigned surprise. "Oh my! So you didn't understand what I said? I meant all those things you said earlier, they have nothing to do with me, right? Whether you get those jobs, whether advertisers continue to cooperate with you, what does it have to do with me? Besides, I've cut ties with the family, meaning to say I'm not your sister anymore. You're on your own, Wendy."

Melody smiled smugly. After all this time, she finally was able to take revenge for her past self. Although it was just a momentary triumph of words, seeing Wendy being put in her place, even wanting to rush up and beat her, still felt very satisfying.

"You b*tch, what did you say?! I apologized to you, yet you pretend not to hear?

And now you want to brush me off? Don't even think about leaving. Nobody is allowed to leave this room until we clarify things!" Wendy's anger surged, her face flushed red. She reached out, trying to grab Melody's arm, but Melody was prepared and pulled her wrist back, leaving her grasping at thin air. Wendy felt even more embarrassed, but she refused to let Melody off the hook.

"I warn you, you better not do anything to me. There are many staff members around watching you. If you don't want to trend online for all the wrong reasons, you better behave yourself."

Melody stopped smiling. When it came to the Sander family, she never had any pleasant expressions. Since she had already achieved what she wanted, she saw no reason to linger any longer. Instead of wasting her time there, she could spend it reviewing the script or watching Monica and the others perform on set.

'She can only be this cocky because she has a wealthy man backing her!' Wendy was seething with hatred. 'I would've been starring in Shaun's movie if Melody hadn't stolen my opportunity for an audition!' "I hate you, Melody! You took everything from me, yet you dare to flaunt it in front of me? You're so pleased with yourself, but mark my words, you'll get what's coming to you!"

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2462-Wendy roared and charged at Melody. Despite maintaining her vigilance, Melody could not help but be startled. Just as Wendy was about to pounce on her, a man ran up from behind Melody and pulled her waist, moving her to the side.

Shaun covered his eyes in frustration. 'Why did Lucas have to come here now, and why was that woman causing trouble for Melody?!' Staff members were watching over the meeting room, and despite the unpleasant conversation Melody and Wendy were having, there was no indication that Wendy would resort to violence. Who knew that just as Melody was about to leave to resume filming, Wendy would try to hit her again?

"Lucas?" After Melody steadied herself and looked up, she indeed saw Lucas. A smile lit up her face.

"Why are you here? Don't you have a lot of work to do at the company today?"

she asked with surprise.

Of course, it was because Lucas had planted a spy to keep an eye over Melody in the film set. When Wendy came to find Melody, he immediately drove over from the company, fearing that Melody would be bullied by the Sanders again.

"I thought we said we won't be meeting with the Sanders again. Why did you agree to meet them?" asked Lucas with a frown. He was obviously displeased by Melody's action. Melody gently tugged at his sleeve. "It's okay. She didn't do anything to me."

Wendy had fantasized countless times about the man backing Melody to be some fat and short guy, not taller than her. She never expected that the man she would see at that moment would be such a handsome and noble figure.

Moreover, she could not shake the feeling that this man looked strangely familiar, though she could not recall where she might have seen him before.

'How could a man like this be interested in a woman like Melody?' Wendy was puzzled, and meeting Lucas's gaze only made her heart raced even more.

Unfortunately, Lucas' gaze toward her was one of utter disdain. He never showed any kindness toward those who hurt Melody, even if they used to be family with Melody. Lucas lifted his chin slightly at Wendy.

Melody, understanding his silent inquiry, simply gave him Wendy's name without divulging their relationship. Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the (ꜰind)ɴʘvel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Wendy, who seemed as if she wanted to devour Melody alive just moments ago, was wearing a coy and charming smile. She introduced herself to Lucas. "Hello, I'm Melody's sister, Wendy. Mister Lucas, you Melody chuckled coldly. "Don't listen to her nonsense. I don't have a sister."

Wendy then put on an expression as if she were dealing with a child's mischief.

"Mister Lucas, don't listen to Melody's nonsense. We just had a little argument earlier, and she's still upset, so she's saying things she doesn't mean! Normally, we get along just fine. I'm her sister. Thank you for taking care of Melody, and I apologize if she has caused you all any trouble."

Wendy actually managed to put on a sisterly act.

Lucas found Wendy's fakeness amusing. 'Does she really think I'm unaware of their family affairs? How dare she try to cozy up to me?' "So, it's you."

Wendy felt a sudden joy at Lucas' tone. After all, it was only understandable a superior man like Lucas would like her instead of Melody. "Mister Lucas, so you do know who I am!" Wendy smiled shyly, but her smile froze the next moment upon hearing what Lucas said next.

"I know your name because it was you who spread rumors online when Melody was embroiled in a scandal, making the situation even worse for her. And, last time, it was also you who hired someone to hurt Melody!"

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2463-"No, no, it's not like that…" Wendy's mouth twitched a couple of times. "It's a misunderstanding. You must've misunderstood! Maybe Melody said something in the heat of the moment, but don't take it seriously! I am her sister, you know, and it's normal for sisters to have occasional disagreements."

Melody had long seen through Wendy's intentions. Unfortunately for her, while Wendy was interested in Lucas, he was not interested in her.

'We occasionally have disagreements as sisters?' thought Melody incredulously.

In the past, if they fought over a toy, Helen would not even ask and just let Melody give in to Wendy. Over the years, Melody had gotten used to it, but

unfortunately for Wendy, Lucas was a living person and she would never again hand over her beloved to someone just because Wendy wanted it.

"Are you really dumb or just pretending?" Lucas spoke coldly, his tall stature towering over her, causing Wendy to involuntarily take a few steps back as she looked at him.

"Mister Lucas, what do you mean by that? I haven't provoked you, so there's no need for you to insult me," Wendy retorted.

"Miss Wendy, perhaps you should ask your conscience whether or not you feel guilty for saying these things. I'm not a fool either. Do you think I'd believe Melody's words or yours?" Lucas replied sternly. After saying that, he did not want to waste his time with Wendy any longer. He took Melody's hand and walked out of the room.

"Be a good girl and stay away from people like her in the future," he instructed Melody before they left the room.

Wendy clenched her fists in anger when she heard that. 'Who do they think they are? How dare they flaunt themselves in front of me? What did he mean by people like me?' Melody, sensing Lucas' displeasure, cuddled up to his arm and swayed back and forth, as if cajoling him.

"Okay. Your words are my command!" said Melody.

Lucas glanced at her, fully aware that she was trying to avoid upsetting him.

However, he was not really angry; he only felt concern for her.

"Oh please, do you think I'll believe you again? You might've been hurt by her again if I hadn't rushed over."

Melody felt genuinely guilty. "How was I supposed to know she'd suddenly lunge at me? She seemed perfectly calm when we were talking… And, by the way, don't blame Mister Shaun and the others. They've already checked her bag this time to make sure there wasn't anything else in it before letting us meet, and we were in such an open space."

Lucas scoffed. Of course he knew all that. Otherwise, he would not have let them off the hook.

"I'll be honest with you, I decided to meet with her just to see her grovel before me. I wanted to see what she was really up to."

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"Do you find me particularly troublesome?" Melody kept her head down, her hands fidgeting, looking somewhat uneasy.

Lucas suddenly hugged her. "Tell me, what's really going on in your mind?" he asked.

Melody nodded, and the two of them squeezed onto the single sofa.

"In the past, it was also me who gave in to her even when I did nothing wrong.

But this time, she came to me seeking her own interests, and I just wanted to see her humbled and submissive for once."

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2464-Melody no longer sought fairness from the Sanders, but she still harbored some resentment for the past. Wendy was so good at pretending to be innocent and pitiful in front of her parents, even though she was the bully.

In the meeting room, Melody managed to expose her facade of innocence, reclaiming a bit of justice for her past self, even though it was already too late.

"Silly girl. Why would I ever think of you like that?" Lucas rested his chin on top of Melody's head, and he sighed with compassion. "I just hope you won't keep these things from me. Tell me if there's anything you want to do. I know you can handle everything on your own, but you're not alone anymore. Sometimes, it's fine to rely on me a little, okay? I want to be needed by you."

Lucas' words deeply touched Melody. She had always felt like the one who was not needed, and she had never been chosen so resolutely before. Tears started welling up in her eyes.

Lucas cupped Melody's face when he heard her sniffle. "What's wrong? Why are you crying? Did I say something to upset you?"

Melody shook her head and leaned affectionately into Lucas' palm. "I'm not sad.

I'm happy that you're here, and grateful that I met you."

Lucas smiled in return. "Yeah, meeting you is the luckiest thing for me too."

They shared a smile. Although their relationship originated from a contract, who could say it was not the best arrangement from above? S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FindNøvᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Melody and Lucas chatted for a while longer while hugging each other, until a crew member knocked on their door, prompting them to sit up straight. "Miss Melody, Mister Shaun said there's one last scene left. Please get ready, and you can go home once the scene's done."

Melody's ears reddened slightly as she understood what Shaun meant. It was a signal for her to finish shooting and then go on a date with Lucas. "Alright, you tell Mister Shaun I'll be right there," Melody responded.

After she made sure the crew member had left, Melody turned to Lucas and asked him to wait in her dressing room.

"I'll be back in about an hour. Will you wait here for me, or do you need to head back to the company?"

"Go ahead. I'll wait for you here. It's perfect because I was planning to visit Grandma today. She's been asking about you, constantly nagging about when I'll bring you home for dinner," Lucas said. Melody could not help but smile when she heard that. Since her foot healed, she moved to a new place with Lucas and no longer stayed in the dormitory. They had much more time together, and although she missed Beatrice, she could not deny that she preferred the time alone with Lucas.

"That works perfectly. We can sleep over at their house tonight. That'll give us more time to be with them," Melody replied.

Lucas nodded. "Alright. Go ahead. I'll wait here."

After Melody left, Lucas leaned back on the sofa and closed his eyes for a short rest. Little did anyone know, Wendy had not left the set. She had simply found a place to hide.

After seeing Melody leave and spending a while in a secluded corner, Wendy pushed the door open upon hearing no sound from inside the dressing room.

While Lucas waited for Melody, he unintentionally drifted off to sleep. He did not even wake up when Wendy pushed the door open. Previously, while waiting for Melody, he had seen various people come and go, but they were all crew members.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2465-Occasionally, the crew members needed to touch up Melody's makeup or bring her clothes to try on. Lucas had grown accustomed to these routines and did not pay much attention to the activity.

"This outfit isn't as good as the previous one," Monica muttered.

It was Melody's final scene. Her outfit had been decided, but Shaun and the others were still deliberating, so Monica voiced her opinion.

Melody looked in the mirror and also felt that the outfit she tried on earlier was better.

"But the previous outfit is in my dressing room…" said Melody.

Monica volunteered to fetch the outfit for Melody. "You can just wait here, no need to run around. I don't have any scenes today anyway, so I'll go get them for you."

After saying that, Monica did not wait for Melody's response. She patted her arm and then hurried off to Melody's dressing room.

Inside the dressing room, Wendy could not help but feel her heart race as she looked at the man resting with his eyes closed. Men as handsome and capable as him were hard to come by. She would never have to worry about her future if she could be with a man like him.

Although she knew deep down that Lucas had high standards, Wendy was not lacking in charm herself. She was confident in her figure and her looks; they were not inferior to Melody's in any way. 'If Melody could get him, then so can I!' she thought.

Just as she was about to make her move and steal a kiss from Lucas, someone casually pushed the door open.

It was Monica, who had rushed in anxiously to fetch Melody's outfit. To her surprise, she saw a stranger standing close to the sleeping Lucas, about to do something shady!

They were so close together, and Wendy could not believe her eyes. She exclaimed in shock, "What are you doing?"

Lucas suddenly opened his eyes wide. He immediately moved away from the woman, shifting to the side and rolling off the sofa.

Wendy's plan was interrupted, and she turned beet red with embarrassment, especially under the icy glare of Lucas' eyes, which sent shivers down her spine. Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the Find ɴøᴠel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"I didn't do anything! I just wanted to…to…"

Monica chuckled coldly. "Are you trying to tell me you wanted to get closer to Mister Lucas just to see if he has a mole on his face?"

Though the reason sounded utterly absurd, Wendy could not think of anything else in her panicked state, so she nodded repeatedly. "Yes, that's it! I just wanted to see. After all, he's the famous Lucas Rivera, President of Rivera Group. Everyone knows him!"

Wendy suddenly recalled why she found him familiar. He was the president of the Rivera Group! She had seen him before but had been too preoccupied to remember!

Knowing Lucas' identity only fueled Wendy's resentment. Why Melody? How could a man of such high status be interested in Melody? Was he blind?

Anyone with eyes would choose a woman from a similar background, at the very least a well-to-do lady. How could he choose Melody, that despicable woman?

Wendy was perplexed. She could not figure out how Melody had managed to capture Lucas' attention. She believed Melody must have some leverage over him or had threatened him in some way. The more she thought about it, the more she could not shake off her desire for him.

With such a high-quality man right in front of her, how could she let him slip away? She realized she had missed her chance before and had not interacted much with him. She was confident that Lucas would want to be with her once he had seen how hot her body was.

 

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2466-Wendy was confident in her sizzling-hot figure. She always believed that there were no men she could not conquer, only those who had not yet realized her worth. Moreover, she had encountered plenty of wealthy and influential investors in the industry, but when compared to Lucas, they all paled in comparison.

With his wealth and looks, Lucas surpassed even the most hyped-up actors in the entertainment industry. He would undoubtedly outshine all other male celebrities if he were to enter showbiz. The more Wendy compared, the more infatuated she became.

'I wouldn't have to worry about where to get resources anymore if I could get together with Lucas! Just look at Melody. She was able to quickly establish her

personal studio by riding on Lucas' coattail. She could still firmly establish herself in the industry even though there was so much hate about her online! All of this was thanks to Lucas' influence,' thought Wendy.

Wendy did not ask for much. As long as she could be with Lucas and occasionally appear in films and advertisements, that would be enough. After all, nobody was perfect, and being with such an outstanding man, what more could she ask for?

Actions spoke louder than words, so she hid in a corner watching Melody. After Melody left the room, she cautiously opened the door and walked in. It seemed like Lucas was either too exhausted or preoccupied, as he did not even notice her entering.

However, she had not anticipated that her plans would be disrupted by Monica who barged in. Wendy did not feel any fear while Lucas had his eyes closed earlier, but she instantly became afraid the moment he looked down on her threateningly.

Lucas was a company president who, at a young age, led an entire conglomerate to international success. In his presence, Wendy felt like she had nowhere to hide. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the (ꜰind)ɴʘvel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"Ha! Do you really think we're stupid, Wendy?"

Before seeing Lucas' expression, Monica thought they were up to something inappropriate in Melody's dressing room. She was about to reprimand them, but upon seeing Lucas' expression, who looked like he had eaten something unpleasant, she relaxed. How could she forget that Lucas was a clean freak?

He never let others get close to him. In fact, only Melody could approach him freely, even daring to take food off his plate, or sneakily slip the food she did not like onto his plate.

'That Wendy is certainly seeking death by daring to lust after Lucas!' thought Monica.

Lucas' expression was so grim that it could not be any grimmer. Normally, he would be able to sleep soundly wherever there was Melody's scent. These past few days, he had been caught up in a major case, so he let his guard down and ended up falling asleep in her dressing room.

He had not expected Wendy to sneak in and have inappropriate intentions. He was truly disgusted!

"My wife was kind enough to let you off earlier. Did you think getting so close just now didn't constitute harassment? Stay here. I'm going to call my lawyer over here to handle this."

Lucas did not sound like he was joking as he took out his phone, appearing genuinely intent on calling his lawyer.

Wendy started to panic, rushing forward to try to snatch the phone from his hand. Lucas deftly dodged her, stepping aside as if avoiding a fly.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2467-"Please! I beg you, Mister Lucas, I… I'm sorry, I really won't do it again. I didn't mean to. I was just confused, my mind was clouded… How could I dare to think of touching you? I promise I won't do it again!" begged Wendy.

Unlike Melody, Lucas was not one to change his mind easily. Ignoring Wendy's pleas, he dialed the emergency number.

He was actually quite amused at Wendy's desperation. "You brought all of this on yourself. Next time you better consider whether you can handle the consequences before doing something shady!"

Wendy knew that begging would not work on Lucas, so she immediately changed her tact. "I'll continue to expose Melody online if you call the police.

We've lived under the same roof for so many years after all, you know. What I say will always carry more credibility than others. If you don't want to see your beloved woman tarnished, then stop what you're doing right now!"

Lucas paused and scrutinized the woman in front of him; she was indeed much bolder than he imagined.

However, Wendy had forgotten one thing-it would be very easy for Lucas to make sure she would never work in the entertainment industry again. In this world, no one could threaten him.

"Please. I know what I did was wrong, but as long as you don't call the police, I promise I won't smear Melody online anymore." Wendy even promised to clear Melody's name.

As unwilling as she was to do that, she knew that once she offended Lucas, her future in the entertainment industry would be ruined. Not wanting the incident to affect Melody's mood any further, Lucas chose not to escalate the situation, and the matter was resolved for the time being.

Later, Lucas requested Monica not to tell Melody about this sordid affair.

Beatrice noticed something interesting-the relationship between her grandson and granddaughter-in-law seemed to have reached a new level. Seeing Lucas and Melody return together made her even happier.

After he got out of the car, Lucas went to Melody's side first, opening her car door, and they walked up to Beatrice hand in hand. Many people could not quite put their finger on it, but the intimate gestures between them seemed more practiced than before. They looked particularly affectionate, even a casual glance between them was filled with love.

Beatrice had always liked Melody as her granddaughter-in-law, so she was naturally happier to see their relationship become so good.

"Grandpa, Grandma, we came back to see you. I'm really sorry, but the crew has been rushing to wrap up the final shooting recently, so I haven't been able to come back to see you often."

Melody felt somewhat apologetic. Since moving out with Lucas, Beatrice and Cedric had to live in their large mansion alone, which could make them feel inevitably lonely. It was also because of this that they always hoped Melody and Lucas could come back.

However, Melody had been quite busy. Lucas usually had to wait for her to finish shooting before driving her home, and it was often late when that happened.

Thus, even if Melody wanted to visit Beatrice and Cedric, she could not.

Beatrice smiled as she took Melody's hand, paying no mind to her grandson standing behind.

"We understand very well that you two are busy with your work. It's enough to keep us in your thoughts. After your filming wraps up, you can move back home and spend more time with us. Take it as making it up to us," said Beatrice while patting Melody's hand.

Melody nodded. "Sure thing! Lucas and I have already discussed it. Once the filming ends, we'll move back here. Then I'll be with you every day, so I hope you won't find me annoying!"

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The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2468-Melody had decided to take a break after the filming ended before picking up other roles. She wanted to dedicate some quality time with Beatrice and Cedric, especially since they were getting older. Beatrice was overjoyed to hear that.

"Oh, my child, how can I ever find you annoying? You're the most well-behaved child I've ever met. I couldn't be any happier to have you as my granddaughterin-law!" Cedric was also in a good mood.

Melody felt her eyes well up when she saw all the food she liked laid out on the table.

"I heard from Lucas that you were coming back, so I had Lynette make all your favorite food. You must've been missing home-cooked meals during this time

away. Take a look at the grilled spare ribs. Lynette and I picked out the freshest pork ribs in the market to make them. I guarantee you'll enjoy every bite…"

Beatrice continued introducing the dishes, and Melody could not help but wonder when the two elderly folks had started planning for this meal. She suddenly felt a pang of regret. If she had returned home without telling them beforehand, the elderly couple would not have had to go through all this trouble.

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They had put in so much effort for them, yet they would be leaving again tomorrow morning. It seemed like too much trouble for just one meal!

Lucas seemed to sense what Melody was thinking and gently patted her back.

"Telling them earlier was also to make them happy sooner. It's always better to know in advance and be happy about it than to come back suddenly, don't you think?"

Melody stopped overthinking and nodded when she heard that.

"You're right. I'll make sure to come back more often from now on." Melody took a deep breath, not wanting to spoil the mood of the two elderly people.

She eagerly sat down at the dining table, and Beatrice kept serving her food.

Melody did not want to disappoint her, so she cleaned her plate with relish, enjoying every bite of the home-cooked food. "Sure enough, nothing beats home-cooked meals!" said Melody after finishing the dessert while patting her tummy with satisfaction, which made Beatrice beamed with joy.

"If it's that delicious, then you should come back often. With Lynette here to help, I don't have to do much at all," replied Beatrice.

Melody nodded with a smile. "I definitely will."

Melody intended to chat with Beatrice and Cedric after dinner, but she could not resist the drowsiness and soon found herself dozing off on the sofa.

Lucas gently lifted her chin to make her more comfortable, letting her rest on his shoulder, before quietly explaining to Beatrice, "Since the filming is coming to an end, she's been waking up at four or five o'clock every morning, not getting back until around eleven or twelve at night. I could only bring her home today because she wrapped up her afternoon scene earlier than expected."

Beatrice and Cedric could not help but feel sorry for Melody. They urged Lucas to take her to the bedroom to rest.

"She'll catch a cold if she sleeps on the sofa. Besides, she'll be done with work soon. Afterward, she can come back and spend more time with us."

As Melody was just laid down by Lucas, she woke suddenly and asked drowsily, "Where's Grandma and Grandpa?"

Lucas gently caressed her cheek. "Go back to sleep. I'll go downstairs and chat with them."

"No. I finally came back for a visit. I want to talk to Grandma more…" Before she could finish her sentence, Melody fell back into a deep sleep.

Watching Melody like this, Lucas felt content and kissed her forehead. He realized that all he had pursued before was for this moment of tranquility. As long as he had her by his side, he was fulfilled. Downstairs, Lucas found that Cedric had disappeared somewhere, leaving Beatrice alone on the sofa, sipping tea.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2469-"It's quite late, Grandma. You shouldn't drink too much tea, or you'll find it hard to fall asleep," Lucas advised.

Beatrice smiled faintly; she was heartened that Lucas learned to care about others after being together with Melody. "Don't worry, dear. I'm drinking decaffeinated tea, so I'll be perfectly fine. Plus, I feel so relieved after seeing you two."

Lucas raised an eyebrow, a bit puzzled by her words. "What do you mean, Grandma?"

"Do you think you can hide it from me? It's so obvious the relationship between you two has progressed a step further," replied Beatrice.

Lucas became a bit embarrassed. He was already in his twenties, yet he was letting his grandmother worry about his love life. However, it was indeed as Beatrice said his relationship with Melody was no longer the same as before, especially since the night he confessed his feelings to her.

He also felt the distance between them had disappeared, resulting in the two of them having the ability to understand what the other was thinking with just a glance. Most importantly, he was certain of Melody's love for him. He had found his soulmate, and he was no longer alone.

"Now, don't blame me for being nosy, but there's just one more thing… How do you plan to deal with Thalia?"

"Grandma, I know what to do. Thalia is a person, not an object, so I can't just send her away immediately. It'll take time. But don't worry, Melody and I have discussed Thalia's situation. She understands that there's nothing going on between Thalia and me. In a few days, Thalia's friends will come to stay in the country for a while, so she'll stay with her outside. And Grandma, you don't need to worry about that either. Melody knows, and I'll discuss everything with her."

Beatrice felt reassured to hear that Lucas had discussed everything with Melody. She was not worried that Lucas would cheat on Melody because she believed he was not that kind of person. Her concern was that he might assume Melody did not care about such matters and not inform her. Regardless of whether Melody cared about the matter, Lucas had to tell her. It was the basic respect a husband owed to his wife.

"Well, now that you two are handling things so well, I feel very reassured,"

Beatrice remarked.

"Don't worry, Grandma. It's getting late, you should head to bed."

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It was only after the filming wrapped up that Melody learned about the incident between Lucas and Wendy. However, since it was in the past and Lucas had explained the situation to her, she did not become angry.

"It's a good thing she didn't manage to take advantage of you, otherwise I would've been furious! As for whether she spreads rumors online again, I've already been criticized by so many people, so I don't care anymore," Melody remarked.

Lucas chuckled softly, recognizing that ultimately Melody still cared about him being taken advantage of.

"Who told you she almost took advantage of me?"

Melody rolled her eyes irritably. "Do you think I'm jealous? This time she just wanted to kiss you, what if next time she wants to poison you? Can't you be more cautious next time and not fall asleep in a public place? What's more, how can you not even notice when someone opens the door? Really, how can you be a company president like this?"

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