Chapter 627

Chapter 627

Howard became increasingly frustrated, and Bianca interjected hypocritically, “Exactly. Tobias has always been open–minded and generous. Exchanging numbers is no big deal. Why make such a fuss?

“You’re making it seem like Tobias wants to do something to you.”

Howard pushed his glasses up, furrowing his brows as he explained to Melanie, “Tobias and I are old friends. He just wants to care for you too.”

Melanie looked at him calmly. “Why does he want to do that? Am I that close to him? Also-”

She continued sarcastically, “You’ve neglected me for so many years. Now you’re telling me your friend is concerned about me. Do you actually want me to believe that?”

“Melanie!” Howard suddenly lowered his voice, his face flushing red as he scolded her, “Who taught you to speak to your elders like this, your grandfather or your mother?

“I should have taken you away back then. Look at what you’ve become now. You disrespect your

elders and show no remorse!”

Initially, Melanie could contain her anger, but she did not expect Howard to mention her grandfather

in such an accusatory tone.

Melanie’s expression instantly turned cold. “Howard, you have no right to mention my grandfather!”

Both Melanie’s paternal grandparents passed away early, and her maternal grandfather had always

treated Howard like his own son.

When Dylan wanted a divorce, her grandfather had stood by Howard’s side. Even after learning about Howard’s infidelity, he never said a bad word about him in front of Melanie.

What right did Howard have to blame her grandfather?

Howard suddenly raised his hand, his eyes blazing with anger. “Melanie, do you still have any manners left? How dare you speak to me like this?! It looks like I haven’t disciplined you enough all these years!”

The moment he said that, his palm came swinging down.

Melanie did not have time to dodge and instinctively leaned sideways. However, the blow did not come. Instead, she felt a force grabbing her arm and pulling her back a few steps. She stumbled into a

warm embrace.

The familiar scent of pine filled her senses as she looked up and saw Eugene’s clear and defined jawline. She found herself held tightly in his arms, just in time to avoid Howard’s slap.

The room fell silent, and even Howard was taken aback. He looked at his empty hand. Something flashed through his eyes before his usual dominant attitude returned. There was an underlying sense of guilt on his face.

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The moment he saw Eugene, that sense of guilt vanished and was replaced by anger. “Melanie! Have 1 lost control over you now? Look at what you’ve become”

Melanie recalled the moment of shock and pinched her palm as Howard’s angry questioning tone rang in her ears

Closing her eyes briefly, she looked back at Howard. Her gaze was filled with bone–chilling coldness.

At that moment, another person barged into the room. Yvette entered the room with a cheerful smile and said, “Oh, I’m sorry I’m late, Mel. Does your dad’s invitation for dinner still stand?”

Her words came to an abrupt halt when she saw Eugene. She froze on the spot, murmuring, “Mr. Scott, how did you get here so soon?”

Melanie did not hear Yvette’s words. She was focused on Howard, looking at the hint of guilt and nervousness in his eyes. Apart from that, there was no trace of remorse or regret

It looked like he would not have cared even if he had actually managed to slap Melanie just now.

“Come on, Howard old guy. What’s wrong with you? Can’t you resolve things peacefully? Why resort to violence? Is this young lady’s face something you can just hit casually?

“It would be such a shame if she got disfigured.” Tobias switched up his demeanor again and played the good guy.