StarNovelChapter 757 Entering the residential compound, Melanie saw two children playing with snow at the entrance. In their bags were the candles they had just gotten.
Melanie was lost in thought as she recalled something from the past.
Returning home, Melanie got a chair and slowly hung the enormous decoration in the living room. The adorable Santa decoration added a touch of warmth to the otherwise desolate space, In the evening, she went to a nearby mall to buy groceries for the next day.
However, upon her return, Eugene’s car was parked in yesterday's spot again.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMelanie pretended not to notice, but he followed her and stated his intention, “I cto pick up the report.” She glanced at him. “You could've just emailed to remind me.” Christmas was not a holiday season for LeapCo. While the employees could rest, Eugene, the boss, had numerous social obligations.
When she was still at LeapCo, the period around Christmas was always busy. She had to accompany Eugene to various events with business partners or family-held banquets.
However, without fail, she would return hto celebrate with her grandfather every Christmas Eve. Eugene Said casually, “I happened to pass by. Sending an email might take more time.” Melanie said nothing. She would hand him the report when she got home. Eugene stood in the living room, eyeing the large piece of decoration. A glint flickered in his eyes, and then he looked at Melanie. “Did you hang it yourself?” “Yes,” Melanie replied without lifting her head. She watched the progress bar of the file transfer.” The electronic version has been sent to your email. The hard copy will EB ubmitted after Christmas as it requires an official seal.” Eugene's gaze lingered on the Santa decoration. It seemed he had something else to say, but before he could speak, his phone rang.
He was busy, indeed. He received three calls, all asking for his presence.
Eugene spent no more than ten minutes at Melanie's place..
Once he left, the tiny house seemed even emptier. Melanie sat in the living room for a while and then turned on the TV. She made herself a simple bow! of pasta and tidied up the place.
By the tshe finished the entire routine, it was only 8:00 pm.
Tseemed to pass slowly when there was nothing to do.
Melanie picked up her phone and realized Yvonne and Reny had sent her messages.
Chapter 752 217 Yvonne had arrived on the island, and Reny had just returned home. Melanie scrolled through the chat history.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe nestled on the couch, preparing to reply.
However, Lee’s call unexpectedly cin before she could send the message.
Melanie answered instinctively. There were snoises on Lee’s end, and it took a while before he asked, “Melanie, are you at hnow?” Melanie's brows were furrowed. She asked, “What's the matter?” “We're at the entrance of your residential compound. If you're free, can you cout? Two main sponsors from Redwaves were present at tonight's dinner. We brought sdocuments that you can take a look at.” Melanie said nothing and got up to put on her coat. She then headed to the compound’s entrance.
The black Maybach looked luxurious. Melanie saw Eugene standing there as soon as she went out.
He looked tall and elegant against the backdrop of the dark night. Snowflakes fell on his shoulders, and the warm yellow street light illuminated him, dispersing his cold temperament.
Melanie strolled toward them.
Eugene lifted his eyelids to look at her. His expression looked gloomy, making his deep-set eyes more profound and unpredictable.
Melanie hesitated and asked, “Aren't you supposed to givethe documents?” Eugene nodded. “Yes. They're with Lee.” Melanie pursed her lips. “Where's Lee, then?” “He’ll be here shortly.”
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