Chapter 2194

There were times Lucas could feel as though Melody had feelings for him, so he could not understand why she was that reluctant to reconsider their relationship. Melody cried and shouted, "Why should I be with someone who doesn't know how to respect me? Do you even know the meaning of the word 'respect'? Just because you are the Rivera Group's president doesn't mean you can treat me badly." Melody's shoulders were trembling, and she closed her eyes to try and stop herself from crying. Lucas's mind went blank for a moment. He raised his hand to wipe away her tears, but she avoided it by instinct. "Enough! Stop playing games with me. And don't lie to me anymore..." Melody whimpered, feeling drained of all energy. "Lie? When did I lie to you? I don't understand what you're accusing me of!" Lucas retracted his hand. His expression soured, and he gazed down at the crying Melody. Melody smiled bitterly. "You don't understand anything, do you?" "Yes, I don't," Lucas answered frankly an