The Unfaithful Mr. Scott (Melanie and Eugene) novel Chapter 544

Chapter 544

Melanie had tried to explain to Liana that she was not Xander’s girlfriend, but Liana seemed unconvinced. She even asked Melanie, “Do you really think I’d believe you?”

Whether Liana believed her or not, Melanie had completely given up on explaining.

Although Xander was exasperated, he could not explain either. Whenever he brought up subject, Liana would groan and moan, pretending to be in pain.

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Eventually, Melanie decided to let her be. After all, Liana seemed to be very spirited when she was acting.

The appointment with Lee was at two o’clock in the afternoon. When Melanie saw Eugene at the scene, she was not too surprised at all.

Eugene was known for his meticulousness at work. He personally reviewed most of his company’s project investments.

That was why she calmly greeted Eugene and Lee, leading them into the construction site.

After the previous renovation, things had gone smoothly at the site.

Melanie did not know enough about the specific problems and technical jargon to help Xander explain. She just listened to his instructions, bringing him something or turning on a switch from time to time. They worked well together.

Eugene stood a short distance away, watching them impassively. Only when Xander had finished his explanation did he turn and go out.

Lee said, “It looks like the second stage is going very well. Come with me to the cafe up and we can discuss the specifics of the third stage.

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She listened quietly to the conversation between the two men, but she did not say a word.

Even though she held her silence, someone would not let her stay out of the situation for long Eugene looked at her with his dark eyes. They were as bottomless as the sea, and she could not read his roiling emotions.

His voice was cold as he said, “Lee received many calls from other Burning Star employees, but … You’re the person in charge of the contract. Is it your style to push the work onto your colleagues time and time again?

“Melanie, do you think it’s appropriate to waste everyone’s time over your own personal affairs?”

He looked at her haughtily, tilting his chin back.

Melanie’s lashes fluttered. Her chest rose and fell slightly. “As you said, Mr. Scott, not everyone is welcome at your office.

“Firstly, I’m not an employee of LeapCo anymore. And secondly, I have nothing to do with you, Mr. Scott. As far as I’m aware, I don’t have the right to go to your office-” Melanie raised her eyes and looked directly at Eugene. “See, Mr. Scott, I know my place.”