Chapter 498
She just stayed by Henry’s side and greeted some guests with him.
Most of them knew her, and they looked at her inquisitively.
Back then, Henry was one of the main reasons why everyone tacitly agreed that Melanie was sure to marry Eugene. He always brought Melanie around to socialize as a member of the family.
Melanie held Henry’s coat and followed behind him, saying hesitantly, “Mr. Henry, I saw Mr. Cedric glancing your way a few times just now. He might be looking for you.”
Henry frowned as if displeased, but Melanie continued, “I’ll get Landon to invite Mr. Cedric over. I’ll join you after you’re done talking with him.”
A cloud fell over Henry’s expression. He knew that Melanie was indirectly excusing herself. She did not want to greet the guests with him.
He thought for a moment and said in a low voice, “Alright, then I want you to go and call Eugene. The banquet is about to start, but he’s not here yet.”
Henry was obviously doing this on purpose. Melanie was about to refuse when Henry waved his hand and followed Landon away.
Melanie had no choice but to call Eugene.
The phone did not ring for long before he picked up. Eugene’s deep and slightly cold voice reached her ears. “What’s the matter?”
Melanie stood in the long hallway, looking at the pond in the lamplight. Her tone was even. Your grandfather asked me to ask you when you’d be here.”
Eugene paused and then said coolly, “Do you really think you’re a part of the family?”
Melanie lowered her eyes. “I’m just doing what your grandfather asked me to do.”
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“Is he your grandfather, or mine?” Eugene scoffed. It was very quiet on his end.
Melanie took a deep breath and said calmly, “I passed on his word, so I’m hanging up now.”
After saying that, she hung up the phone. However, she did not enter the hall. From the laughter inside, she knew that Henry was still greeting the guests. If she went in, she would probably be caught up in the pleasantries as well.
Melanie only wanted to celebrate Henry’s birthday today. She did not think about anything else. She stood rooted to the ground and continued to look at the wilting lily pads in the pond.
Steady footsteps sounded beside her. Melanie looked up instinctively and saw Eugene walking toward her expressionlessly.
He seemed to be showered in the corridor’s lights, illuminating him from above. His well- tailored suit accentuated his tall and handsome figure. The iris brooch on his chest added to his elegance.
However, he had coincidentally dressed in a way that matched Melanie’s outfit.
After Melanie found out that Henry’s birthday banquet would be held at Mistyard, she
specially chose an elegant gown that put a modern twist on the Victorian style. It had a timeless floral pattern that resembled irises.
Yvonne had recommended this dress to her. She said that irises were popular this year.
Eugene’s gaze lingered on Melanie’s dress for a moment before he raised his eyebrows. His dark eyes were deep and unreadable as he asked her, “Did you do that on purpose?”
Melanie said calmly, “You’re thinking too much.”
Eugene stared at her for a moment and suddenly chuckled. However, there was an ulterior meaning to his smile.
“Melanie, I’m impressed that you put so much effort into pleasing my grandfather.” He lifted his chin slightly and looked at her mockingly. “You even remembered that Grandpa likes irises. He must feel touched.
“Maybe he’ll give you another million–dollar set of jewelry, hmm?”
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