Chapter 423

The excuse Jeremy used was that he was Melody's fiancé. In the past, he would have thought such things were ridiculous. However, he was just as foolish now, secretly pleased that he managed to switch to the room next to Melody's. It was a feeling both familiar and strange—familiar because he often felt this after meeting Melody, and strange because only she could make him feel this way. Harold had once said he was like a robot that was too numb when it came to emotions. Jeremy had given it a thought and figured feelings were just a waste of energy. However, as his gaze landed on Melody's face again, he noticed how the light made her eyes sparkle. In that instant, he felt the walls he had built around himself start to break down. His Adam's apple moved slightly as he suddenly bent down and kissed her eyes. His voice was husky. "Melody, I think I finally understand." He seemed to understand why people dived in headfirst despite knowing love could be fleeting and illusory. It was be