Chapter 407

Looking down at Krystal, Jeremy noticed that her face was completely drained of color. She looked up at him, adding, "They carried me away just like this last time." His brow suddenly twitched. After a moment of silence, he turned to Melody, mentioning in a low voice, "Get that wound treated downstairs first." However, Melody was stubborn and insisted. "Can't you come with me?" She already knew what his answer would be, even if he didn't say it. Still, a part of her held out a tad bit of hope. She had hoped that he would choose her without hesitation—just this once. Yet, Jeremy turned away and steadied Krystal's stretcher. "It's the same if I go with you. You know what matters most right now. I'll look for you afterward." Melody watched as he walked away. Despite the pain, she clenched her injured hand tightly. Looking at her anxiously, Leah asked, "Melody, are you okay?" Melody nodded. "I'm fine." She had simply figured things out, that was all. … Melody eventually treated