Chapter 2017

"Thanks for your kind words, but I still don't know what kind of job you're still planning to pursue." Stella's eyes held a hint of disdain. In her view, Melody—who had to find a job to support herself—posed no threat to her. Melody lowered her head, feeling a bit uneasy. "I...haven't really decided. I just want to find something that suits me." "Oh, I see." Stella walked a few steps thoughtfully, then stopped in front of Melody. "How about this? Since Mister Shaun and I are old acquaintances, I can put in some good words for you and ask him to arrange a job for you when I see him later. For some reason, even though Stella was offering her help with a smile, Melody could not help but find her intimidating. She had a feeling that Stella was not as benign and simple as she appeared on the surface. She felt that Stella's thoughts were not something she could easily fathom. "How about a clerical job?" offered Stella after pondering for a while. "It's an easy job, and the pay isn't bad.