Chapter 145

Melody had been melancholic these past few days. She didn't ask Jeremy why he had acted that way. Instead, a sense of withdrawal had taken root inside her. Her shell, like that of a snail, was being pulled back out again. In the afternoon, she went to the doctor's office to confirm the medical orders and happened to run into Jeremy coming out. She instinctively stepped back, lowering her head to avoid him. However, unexpectedly, Jeremy didn't walk away. He stood right in front of her, his eyelids lowered. Though his expression was calm, his dark eyes were filled with complex emotions. He knew she was still avoiding him. Just as he was about to speak, she lifted her face and paused briefly before turning to leave instead of looking at him. He was uncomfortable being ignored like this. He called out, "Melody." Her body stiffened. She tried to keep her voice steady and asked, "Is there something you need, Dr. Chesson?" Her tone was businesslike. He furrowed his brow as he didn't