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The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2641-"Thank you."

Once Melody's makeup was all done, Lucas then proceeded to feed her so she would not go hungry. She carefully drew back the curtains and glanced at the venue, noticing that it was already teeming with fans. She placed a hand over her chest and remarked to Lucas, "Do you see that? These people are all my fans!"

Melody arranged for 5000 seats as she knew she did not have that big of a fanbase yet, so there was no reason to prepare for a larger crowd. However, she knew that many people wished to meet her, and she strived to do her best and avoid embarrassing herself there.

Fortunately, her relationship with her fans was reciprocal, as their unwavering support bolstered her confidence. All 5000 seats sold out within seconds.

"Yes, they're all here for you. You'll need to have venues with bigger crowd capacities in the future. The world's your oyster, Melody," Lucas assured her.

Lucas had always been a little possessive of her, and he did not want her to focus too much on her fans. However, the fervent support from countless strangers allowed him to digest the reason behind her fervent investment in making sure the preparations were perfect.

His understanding came from 'love'. He loved her in her entirety-even her career and her aspirations. He hoped that she might reach the pinnacle of success.

When it was confirmed that everyone had arrived, Melody took a deep breath and prepared to take the stage.

"Let's go, my queen," Lucas said, taking Melody's hand. He planted a kiss on the back of her hand and escorted her to the platform.

The venue lights soon dimmed, bringing silence to the once lively auditorium.

Everyone held their breath in anticipation of their beloved actress.

A countdown was initiated on the massive screen, "Five, four, three…"

The fans were in raptures as they chanted Melody's name.

"Melody, Melody! Melody!"

As soon as the countdown hit zero, the audience went silent. Amid the darkness, Melody ascended from the platform. She had become emotional after hearing her fans net chanting her name from below, and that emotion became a catalyst that made her aim to deliver an unforgettable experience to her devoted fans.

"This is surreal. That music… Is it what I think it is?" Many art students were in the audience, as did those who had been since their childhood. They recognized the music as being characteristic of a Latin dance.

Draped in a fiery red gown, Melody finally emerged into view. She m became like the master of the stage, casting an imperious gaze upon her domain. "Whoa…"

Every single fan that was present there had the same reagtion-they all clutched theirichests and gasped in awe.

They knew Melody back from when she was still a fledgling actress, and

every portrayal or smile on the big screen seemed to have been o M meticulously grafted. She was soon reedgnized for her beauty and her ability to act, but no one would have

imagined her to have other hidden talents.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2642-Melody had turned into a completely different person on stage. They have never seen that aspect of her before. Each of her movements seemed to exude enthusiasm and vitality, and she was downright mesmerizing when she danced on stage. As soon as she finished her routine, she felt deeply content with her performance despite almost running out of breath.

As expected, her dance routine lit up the entire venue. Her fans were exhilarated, and they were eagerly waiting for what surprises Melody had in store for them. None of them gave much thought to what the meet-and-greet would entail. They knew that other celebrities tended to engage in some more casual conversation with their fans, along with perhaps a serenade or two. They had not expected Melody to plan out such a meticulous itinerary along with so many surprises.

Following the opening dance, some members of the audience could not resist expressing their emotions to the crowd around them.

"I'm so glad I came! I wasn't sure whether I should come here and see Melody, but now that I'm here, I can't even begin to imagine how much I'd regret it if I hadn't been here!"

"Yeah! I traveled from up north. It was a long journey, but I still decided to come here. I wanted to show my support for her after all that she had to go through. I want her to know that she has tons of fans who still adore her, and I want to give her the confidence to continue doing what she loves and pursuing this career. I never imagined that she'd think this way too. She organized this gathering to show her gratitude to us!"

The two fans held each other's hands excitedly and waited for what surprises Melody had in store for them.

When Melody went to change her clothes and prepare for the next segment, the crowd was treated to behind-the-scenes footage of Melody's films as well as several other pre-recorded videos. The director of 'War Song' had given permission to release only the footage of her. Since the movie had yet to receive its official premiere, releasing some behind-the-scenes footage could serve as a means of promoting it.

"I'm still the same as ever, so I wonder which one of us has changed." Melody's eyes were devoid of life in the clip, and tears streamed down her face in a poignant show of her despair. After the director called for a cut, her tears continued to flow, and everyone made sure to leave her be so she could allow her emotions to run free.

She cried for over ten minutes before she sheepishly wiped her face and said, "I'm sorry. I…" She choked up again. Many fans started to tear up, too.

Shaun's voice was heard off-screen, "You've reached this part of the emotional journey, and I understand where those tears are coming from."

"But why does it have to be like this? Everything was okay in the past, so why are they now-"

The scene was abruptly cut off at that juncture due to spoilers, which left many fans curious and wanting more.

Melody watched the video alongside the audience and took a deep breath as she recalled the confusion and emotions she experienced during filming.

Fortunately, she was able to shake off the emotions surrounding her role as Athena later on. It was her debut role, and she inevitably poured a lot of emotion and energy into it. It had been a little different for her to step out of Athena's character after the filming ended, and she would have had to process it along for much longer had Lucas not been by her side.

Melody's question as Athena remained unanswered, and the !!!

audienge would have to find the answer to that in the movie.

and transformed into Athena Clad in

the student uniform that Athena frequently wore, she took the stage with a microphone and sang then movie's theme song. it was yet.

añother major surprise that she had prepared for the occasion, as the theme song was originally to be performed with Nathan under the guidance of the director.

Melody swiftly changed her clothes

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2643-However, Melody gave her fans a special solo performance of the song, knowing that her fans would want to see more of her when they came there.

"True love once loved leaves nothing to regret… Our years by the sea you shall soon forget…"

Although the movie had not been released yet, Melody's words were full of emotion, and everyone felt the same way.

"Ahhhh! Why do I feel like War Song is going to be a tearjerker?"

"You don't need to have a hunch to know that. It's obvious from the lyrics Melody sang that it'll be a heart-wrenching masterpiece. Who would've thought that Melody's first lead role is in a tragedy? It's a little heartbreaking. She went

through so much during that time, and the psychological toll must have been immense! Ugh, Shaun is such a cruel director!"

"I'm super glad that Melody has someone who cherishes her. It's so much better for her to have someone who supports and cares for her than to go through all of it alone."

That was the mentality of many maternally inclined fans. They supported all of Melody's actions, and they accepted Lucas's presence in her life fairly quickly.

They were quite comfortable in the knowledge that Lucas would likely be watching Melody from a distance durin the event, as they were very well aware that their woman needed someone to take care of her. The fact that her partner was the president of the Rivera Group made it even better as it was rare for anyone to receive that amount of devotion from their partner.

"Hmph. He doesn't deserve to be with Melody if he doesn't treat her well!

Melody is attractive and talented enough that she would have admirers lining up by the dozen. Being the president of a small company doesn't mean anything."

At that moment, another fan next to her nudged her and pointed to the man sitting in the row in front of them. He seemed familiar, and it soon dawned on them that he was Lucas! The two girls then exchanged a silent glance.

Lucas was holding a glow stick to cheer Melody on. At the same time, he was also wearing a headband with Melody's image on it. His love for Melody was obvious, and the fangirls were very much reasset by that. Their concern was not so much that Melody was in

relationship but whether her man would treat her well. They were also worried that she might neglect her career due to love, but Melody showed no sign of doing so either.

Lucas listened silently as Melody's fans voiced their concerns about him. Everything they said was they truth. Her movie had not even been released yet, but she already had plenty of fans, some even from Molomia. The number would only continue to grow once the movie was out.

a beautiful wife was rather difficult to handle. If he did not act quickly to support her career, then he might need to vie for her with other people.

Lucas waved his glow stick along with the other fans. He had never heard Melody sing before, and he did not expect her voice ig be soo 1 enchanting) At that moment, he believed that Melody would excel in any industry she pursued. Should she be interested, he could even arrange for someone to produce records for her later. All those ideas came naturally to him as he raised the glow stick in his hand.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2644-Many of Melody's fans noticed the well-dressed man sitting among them in the fan group. None of them expected the Rivera Group's dignified president to sit alongside common folk like them. Most company presidents had bodyguards stationed all around them, or at the very least seated in a private room. He chose to sit among the fans instead.

Melody had considered seating him farther away from the fans so he could watch her from a more exclusive position in the audience. He, however, refused.

He believed that those in the front row had the best view of her, which made Melody blush a little.

"I'm worried that someone might recognize you if you sit with them. And it might be too loud for you too. What if someone who doesn't like you tries to hit you

secretly and take you down?" Melody asked, concerned.

Lucas raised an eyebrow. "Do you think I'm that unpopular among your fans? Or are you implying that none of your fans like me?"

"Umm…" Melody pouted. "It shouldn't be surprising if they don't like you. After all, I married you just as I entered showbiz, and a lot of my fans were pretty sad because of that. They think that I'm still young and that I shouldn't tie myself down when I still have so many opportunities ahead of me."

She then continued, "It's pretty amusing, if you ask me. They advised me not to fall too deeply in love with you because you might just be playing with my feelings. They told me to think like a man, play with your feelings, then leave you and add you to my list of exes. Apparently, it'll make it easier for me in the entertainment industry."

Lucas's face was filled with disbelief. He had not expected Melody to learn such things from her fans.

Melody's mischievous smile prompted Lucas to pinch her cheek. "Can't you say some nice things about me to them?"

Melody stuck out her tongue. "They'll hate you even more if I defend you. I want you to exist in harmony with. them, but I know that they're also genuinely concerned about my own well-being. Being with you made them sad enough. I don't want further upset them, so I'm sorry that I't have to put you in a bit of a tight spot. I know what kind of person you are after being with you for so long.

Now that you know that I have lots of fans, you have to be careful too! If you do anything to hurt me, then…"

Melody raised her fist at him in jest, but Lucas caught it in his hand and pulled her close to kiss her.

"I'm glad that a lot of people like you, and I understand their concerns too.

They're keeping me in check on how I treat you. As long as l teakyou M singerely they will come to terms.

with me. You don't have to worry, and you don't have to go out of your way to paint me in an extra good light either. We all knew what we were getting into when we chose to be together, didn't we?" The content is.

"Yeah…" Metody was caught slightly off-guard by him. In reality, she found that she had it the hardest when it came to being herself. She always felt that she did not live up to the expectations of her fans.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2645-Melody had already settled on her life partner after filming her first movie. Such a decision would surely stir turmoil among other fan circles. However, as if by prior discussion, her fans seemed to offer their sincere blessings to her despite their initial silence. Their favorite actress had faced enough challenges in the industry, and they did not want to deny her the right to decide things for herself.

At the same time, she also felt bad for what Lucas had to go through. He had never allowed himself to be photographed, but it was no longer possible to avoid the paparazzi ever since he started being with her. In the past, he was always able to avoid showing his face in magazine interviews, but that changed, and his images have since made frequent appearances in tabloids. She once asked him if it might be better for them to travel separately, but Lucas refused outright.

"I could only hold your hand in public after waiting patiently for you to reveal our relationship to your fans. And you expect me to give that up now? I can't do that," Lucas said.

"Okay," Melody said as she nestled into his arms. She believed that time would resolve everything. He would prove to her fans that she made the right choice, and they would gradually understand his genuine nature.

The meet-and-greet was one such opportunity, and Lucas had some ideas in mind too. He felt that it would be better to sit with the fans, as that would allow more opportunities for him to interact with them and allow them to observe him up close.

Before the meet-and-greet ended, posts about Lucas went viral on the internet.

He was now being referred to as the 'best husband' in history. Comments flooded in below the post.

[I met him at the meet-and-greet today. Who would've thought that the president of such a renowned company would be sitting right next to me!] [Shocking, isn't it? Should he be surrounded by bodyguards? Why is he sitting in the audience? Didn't Melody prepare a private room for him?] [The tickets to her meet-and-greet were sold out in seconds! I'm pretty sure she's the only actress who has such appeal right now!] [Hahaha, that's hilarious! I never would've thought that Melody would have so many fa fans! They're all going to see her at the fan meet too! I thought those five thousand tickets would take forever to sell, but they sold out instantly! She's probably the only actress with such appeal right now. Even the scalpers couldn't get their hands on tickets.

She's probably swimming in riches right now.] [I myself didn't manage to grab a ticket to the meet-and-greet. Her studio already made it clear they'd hand the tickets directly to her fans.] Many of the social media users were

shocked because they were all under the assumption that most tickets for events were in scalpers hands. That was part of theit way to make money. Then again, when they considered that she was backed by Lucas, her lavish spending made more sense. After all, she had the Rivera Group's support, so she could care less about those things.

Some of these comments are really bitter. This meet-and-greet was paid from Melody's salary in War Song.

She'll never accept monetary support from her man when it egmestom instances that are related to her career. She's an independent person capable of earning her own money!

And besides, she made all the arrangements to prepare transport and security for her fans. She even hired a chef to prepare light snacks for them! Can't you see how much she genuinely cares for her fans? All you see is the man behind her! That's so unfair to her!]

A segment of Melody's fans had a pet peeve about hearing Lucas' name being mentioned whengver she las the topial it was particularly infuriating when the accomplishment was Melody's, yet other people insinuated that she only had it easy because Lucas was around.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2646-It was as if Melody achieved everything just by asking Lucas for help. That was clearly not the case as the entire itinerary of the meet-and-greet and all the planning-including her decision to take dance lessons and choreograph her routine were all her efforts. They did not acknowledge her at all simply because her husband was Lucas.

"Look at her fans. They're losing their minds again. If it weren't for Melody, this studio wouldn't have shot to fame so quickly, would it?"

Everyone fell silent when the studio was mentioned because it had been Lucas who helped her. Then again, they were husband and wife, and there should be no issue for them to help each other. It was not like Lucas should be expected to just stand by indifferently while watching Melody being attacked by folks online.

"That segment of Melody's fans are advised to be more aware of her current status with Lucas. They are husband and wife, so it's reasonable to expect that they would help each other out from time to time. Besides, isn't it a good thing that Lucas is protecting her? Everyone wants what they have, but it seems a lot of you are abhorred by it. I think this is unreasonable."

"Hahaha! It seems to me that the only argument her fans can use is that everyone dreams of being her."

Melody performed a dance routine and belted out a tune for the first part of the meet-and-greet. In the intermission, a video that she had recorded herself was played, containing everything she wanted to say to her fans.

During the first few tries, she choked up as soon as she started recording, but she never considered the factors behind why she was unable to control her emotions. Her tears flowed whenever she thought about how the people that she would meet genuinely liked her for who she was. It was as if all the wrongs she had suffered for so many days could finally be poured out in front of her loved ones. She knew they believed in her and supported her no matter what, so she was sincerely grateful.

"Hello, everyone. I'll probably be halfway through a costume change right now if you're watching this video. I'm not sure whether you liked what I prepared for you all in the first half, but I have done my best to pour my heart into it."

The fans in the audience yelled out, "We love it!"

"Well… I don't know where to start, but there is one thing that I really want to say to you all, and that's 'thank you. I'm very grateful, and I genuinely don't know what I've done to earn all your support. To those of you who are here, thank you all.

Thank you for supportin all.

me all this time. It must be a roller-coaster ride for you to stick by me until today."

Melody looked at the camera with her reddened eyes and flashed a brief smile.

Her fans felt distressed after watching that because they seemed to know what it was that she was trying to tell them.

In essence, she was saying that, unlike other actors, she had faced so many problems when she had just finished filming her first movie. There had been so much negative news about her at the start of her career, with each one coming hot on the heels of the other. It was as if Melody's existence alone was a heinous crime, yet they did not feel drawn to anyone else. Only Melody could spark that sort of genuine, wholehearted love for them.

"I know I'm just an ordinary actress, but I became extraordinary after you lavished your affection on me. We still have a long way to go, and I will continue to walk this path. As long as you're all here, I will always have the courage to move forward."

At the end of the video, Melody showed a shy smile and said? love your all:

"We love you too!" Her fans responded sincerely, with many of

them wiping away their tears in silence. It had been arextremely"

diffifult)year for Melody and her The.

fans. Getting to know Melody met.

the best thing that happened to them, but the ensuing disputes were heartbreaking. They were notrafraid of arguing with others, nor were they afraid that others would ridicule them for being Melody's diehard fans. Their biggest concern was if Melody did not feel happy in that career.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2647-If showbiz as a whole was too much for Melody, it would be better for her to exit the industry after filming 'War Song'. They hoped that Melody could leave behind a legacy of films, but not if it was at the expense of sacrificing Melody's happiness. The fans cared for her genuinely, and Melody felt it resoundingly.

At that moment, the lights in the audience came on. Melody-who wore a casuallooking outfit that seemed to have some thought put into it-walked up with a microphone and asked, "Do you like my earlier performance?"

Her fans could tell that she was very shy. "We love it! It was so amazing!"

"I'm glad. That means all my hard work has paid off! If you enjoyed it, I'll organize something similar in the future. Anyway, how about we have a chat?

You may ask me any questions you have since we don't usually have the opportunity to talk to each other like this."

Melody selected some random fans to talk with. She wanted to talk with every fan that attended, but there was simply no time for that. Those fans of hers were very tactful with their questions, and everyone was more interested in her plans and whether she would take on other roles.

Seeing that everyone was so concerned about her career, Melody addressed it directly. "I know that you're all wondering when I'll move on to my next film, so I'm here to assure you that I'll do my best to choose the best one. Our team has been in contact with several renowned directors, so there may be another movie in the offing if all goes well."

The news came as a surprise to the fans there. A lot had happened since Melody entered the industry, and they were already prepared for the possibility that Melody might cut short her career after 'War Song' had finished filming.

After all, she was already the Riveras' young madam, and there was no need for her to suffer in the industry when she could live a happy life.

Melody smiled. "I know what you're thinking, but acting is my hobby. I love it, and I can't give up my favorite because of all those career incidents. If the day comes that I've finally decided to quit the industry, I will let you all know before I do."

Everyone responded in unison, "Okay, we will always support you."

Then came an unprecedented scene that could go down in history. Lucas had somehow been chosen out of the 5000 fans there. Melody was just as stunned too. "Hahaha… My goodness! Was this planned? Is Melody going to make it official?"

"They both took shocked, so I don't

think it was planned. Besides, they've already gone semi-public about their relationship soFdon't think there's any need to make it official."

Unfortunately, neither of them could escape. It was in public, and the lights were already shone on Lucas's seat. He had no choice but to stand up as the microphone was passed to him.

"Do you have any questions for me?" Melody suppressed her smile, but the blush on her cheeks was obvious.

Even Paige and the other staff members who had been overseeing the event while standing in the alidience began to wonder if that was arranged.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2648-Once that was picked up by the media, Melody and Lucas would surely dominate the headlines.

"This doesn't look pre-rehearsed at all. Just look at how surprised they are,"

remarked one observer. "I'd venture to say that Mister Lucas's decision to watch her performance from the crowd means that he's trying to avoid the spotlight.

But the slim odds of being selected caught him off-guard. I wonder what sort of question he'll ask?"

Lucas had a stroke of inspiration and broached the topic of considering a singing career. "Your voice was incredible. You could become a singer."

His words set the other fans abuzz. He was implying that he would arrange a record deal for Melody.

"Hmm, I haven't planned on releasing any albums. Perhaps in the future, if the chance arises," Melody responded. Acting still held her focus, and she had just only starred in one film. If she could not excel in her passion, then venturing into other fields might not be a wise decision.

If her fans wanted it, then she might consider recording an album to fulfill their wishes. Her main goal, after all, was to please her supporters.

"Thank you for your question. Let's move on to the next fan," she said, trying to quell the blush creeping up her cheeks.

Unfortunately, that fan wasted no time and dived right into personal matters.

"Could you share with us how you met with Mister Lucas? Even though everyone has accepted your marriage, we're still curious about the circumstances that brought you two together. You're a rising star in showbiz, and he's a corporate bigwig. This pairing is a little unlikely."

The question made some of the vefn other fans uneasy. While they were intrigued by Melody's love life, they were well aware that it was a private matter. Just because she was a celebrity-and thus, a public figure did not mean that they had a right to pry into her personal affairs. Her fans should be content with appreciating her work, not asking about her life outside of it.

venet Melody held the microphone apprehensively and weighed her response. She did not want to divulge too much, but she also understood the curiosity surrounding her relationship. Aside from the fan who asked that question, she was also aware that many other people were interested in knowing that information. She knew that she had to be aware of that and avoid setting the precedent that such questions were acceptable.

"I understand where you're coming from, but I'd just like to emphasize that this question touches on my personal life. I don't find it

particularly appropriate to be sharing too much about it. I can tell you that I have a partner because this isam significant part of my my life, but the details of our relationship, such as how we met and so on, are private. I should get his consent before sharing any further," she

Melody's response seemed to satisty the crowd, but that one fan failed to read the room and called out Lucas' name, much to everyone's surprise.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2649-Mister Lucas, I know you're here. Now that Melody says that she'll answer the question after getting your approval, do you agree to let her share the details surrounding your relationship?" the fan asked. Melody's expression soured when she heard that.

Lucas was not a public figure, and Melody was always mindful to ensure he received his privacy. Even though he claimed not to mind, she tried to limit their outings to avoid the constant scrutiny from the paparazzi. She did not want Lucas to be thrust into the public eye because of her, and it scarcely crossed her mind that her own fans would cross the line.

The girl who had called out to Lucas seemed undeterred by the disapproval from others and had an eager expression on her face. "Aren't you all curious?"

she asked everyone around her. "I know I am. Besides, Melody herself said it.

All she needs is his green light. A lot of people are speculating that Melody is receiving his backing, and the insinuation leaves a bitter taste in all our mouths, to put it mildly. Don't you want Melody to set the record straight and put an end to these rumors once and for all?" she persisted.

While some were swayed by her words, others chastised her firmly. "You're only trying to satisfy your curiosity! Stop using all that as an excuse."

"The rumors will never end. Do you expect Melody to address each one individually? We've ignored them in the past, and you're just blowing this out of proportion. Now you're going so far as to pressure her to divulge details about their past! You seem to have already formed your own opinion of her. If you can't trust Melody, what good are you as her fan?" another supporter chimed in.

Many nodded in agreement, as they were not willing to bring any unnecessary trouble to Melody. "Exactly! If you trust her, there's no need to demand an explanation. If you don't, then no amount of explanation will ever be enough."

Upon seeing the commotion, Paige gestured to Melody and urged her to salvage the situation before it soured further.

Lucas frowned and eyed with scrutiny the so-called fan who posed that question earlier. He noted down her seat number and intended to investigate further.

Although she claimed to be a fan, her inquiries mirrored those of gossip reporters. A true fan would not act like that.

Even though Thalia was incarcerated, Melody's popularity had attracted envy and malice from many other quarters. Wendy was no longer the sole threat; other people might resort to similar tactics too.

As Melody was about to respond, the fan interjected once more, "Are you guilty? Are the claims in those tabloids real? Are you engaged in the kind of relationship that needs to be kept under wraps? If that's the case, then m deeply disappointed thought you were a beacon of prínciple and joy, I didn't expect the rumors to be true. You've let me down."

"Stop! Could you mute the mic for me, please?"

As Melody motioned for the director's assistance to mute the microphone, the fan continued to insist. She shouted into the silenced mic, "Why did you mute me? If the rumors are true, then what gives you the right to take our money for this meet-and-greet? You're betraying the support we've given to you!"

At that point, Lucas was almost certain the person was not a genuine fan. Her sole intent was to disrupt, and sow discord. Tidelsupforters might be able to turn blind eye to that rabble-rousing, but they would still feel incredibly unsettled by what had been words. On one hand, they would be concerned that it might have an effect on Melody. On the other hand,

 

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 2650-The rumors swirling outside would never affect the steadfast support from Melody's fans. However, they had to pay a steep price for giving that support due to the immense psychological pressure that they had to endure. While Melody wished that she could dispel every rumor, it was always wise to leave some rumors unaddressed.

"Please be silent for a moment and hear me out," Melody pleaded with her audience. "I understand that you might all harbor doubts about me due to the influence that magazines might have on you. You must've wondered why a rising actress like me would be linked to the president of Rivera Group, or if I've done anything that reprehensible. I'm sure you've thought about this before, right?"

Melody's smile was tinged with bitterness and mirrored the distress reflected in her fans' eyes. They immediately shook their heads and denied her suggestion.

"Before you answer that question," Melody began, "I know how difficult it must've been for you to be my fan. We're strangers in more ways than one, particularly because you only see me on the big screen. That's only a version of myself that has been cut and edited for all of you to see. But there's more to me beyond that persona. I need my space, my privacy. I can't be friends with all of you, but your trust means everything to me, and I won't betray that trust. That's all I can say for now. Please believe me when I say I will confront those who spread lies about me. Just give me time," Melody implored.

Her fans, moved by her sincerity, teared up. Melody had organized the meetand-greet to express her gratitude, and she poured her heart deeply into it. Yet, the intrusion of an outsider who had no real support for her marred the occasion.

Though the disruptive individual had been swiftly ejected by security, the damage had been done. Many fans began to vent their frustration, questioning how the studio allowed such a person in despite the security measures.

"Let's not allow this incident to sour the mood. We shall move on to the next agenda!" Melody announced, forcing a smile as she left the stage.

Once she was out of view, her smile vanished. She turned to Paige and said, "I thought the incident with Wendy and Thalia would serve as sufficient warning to the public They must think they can continue to disrespect me because I'm not harsh. I want all these tabloids to be sued."

Melody's patience was reserved solely for her fans. She had not been strict enough in taking action against those tabloids, leading them to feel as though they could continue to press on with her. Paige nodded.

Melody had previously relied on the

The fans, enraptured by Melody's performance, forgot the earlies m disturbance and were swept away by the beauty of her playing.

previous legal team to handle such matters so she would be spared the burden of having to think about it. She also felt that there was no reason to be so harsh became those tabloids were also trying to earn a living. However, the disruption to her meet-and-greet made her frustration boil over.Having changed into a resplendent and elegant dress, she took to the stage with a piang and began to play inthe soft blue light. Her audience was captivated by her skill and grace, and the entire experience was dreamlike.

Soon, the meeting concluded, and the fans bid Melody a reluctant farewell. Their sadhess. however,"

wastsomewhat tempered by the late-night tidbits she had arranged for them.

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