Chapter 132

Melody didn't expect to see Jeremy as soon as the elevator doors opened. She had been deliberately avoiding him. As far as she was concerned, there was nothing left to say between them. She stepped aside slightly, planning to wait for him to come out before going in. However, when Jeremy noticed her evasive movement, something inside him flared. She hadn't gone home for days now, practically living in the department. Being avoided like this grated on him. His gaze darkened as he stepped out of the elevator. Just as Melody was about to enter, he grabbed her wrist and pulled her back toward the office. The doctor's office was empty. The moment the door closed behind them, his emotions surged to the surface. He turned toward her and growled in a low voice, "Have things been that busy in the department?" Otherwise, why hadn't she gone home? Her wrist still hurt where he was gripping it. She moved her hand slightly. "Can you let me go first?" His gaze was sharp and direct. He was c