Chapter 295

Leo Reed held Melody Steele’s hand tightly and said, “Relax, I’m not into juggling women. One woman’s already enough trouble—I’m sticking with you for life.” His words finally eased some of the tension in Melody’s chest. But Maggie Reed’s face darkened. Her son was so completely smitten that he wouldn’t even listen to his own mother anymore—that stung. She knew him too well: once Leo decided on something, nothing could pull him back. No amount of nagging would help anymore. Vera Harper sat quietly, her mood sour. Leo used to be a bit cold, sure, but he still treated her, his sister, with some warmth. They used to chat whenever he came back. But now that he had Melody, it was like she didn’t even exist. Well, fine. As long as Melody stayed in the house, there would always be chances. Leo was constantly busy with work, always heading out for meetings. Sooner or later, Melody would end up alone, and when that happened... Vera was ready. The next day, just as expected, something came up at