The Day I Kissed An Older Man
Chapter 2357

"Hey, hey, Lucas, why the rush? Your cousin is here too, right? You should also consider what Melody wants. Maybe she wants to stay?" Thalia interjected. Lucas maintained a cold expression. "She already said she's tired."

In other words, there was no need to consider what Melody wanted since the only right thing to do was for her to go back to rest.

Melody was well aware of what Thalia was trying to do. She did not want to bring them back to her dormitory either; it was her sanctuary, after all.

"Well, if Miss Thalia is insisting on having lunch together, let's go eat outside the studio. I can rest after the meal," Melody suggested.

Both men seemed somewhat reluctant, but Thalia applauded enthusiastically.

"That's a good idea. You still need to eat some proper food even if you're tired. That way, your leg can heal faster!" Thalia exclaimed.

With that settled, they all prepared to leave. Lucas and Sherman walked beside Melody while Thalia went ahead alone.

"What are you all doing? If you keep helping me like this, I'll forget how to use my crutches," Melody said, feeling somewhat exasperated. She stopped walking. Lucas decided to use this as an opportunity to ask, "Well if you're not going to use your crutches, shall I carry you then?"

However, he withdrew his hand the moment he caught Melody's rejecting gaze.

Sherman had not seen Melody use crutches before, and seeing it then made his heart ache. He frowned, and his gentle face was filled with concern for Melody.

"Using the crutches is too difficult. I can piggyback you to the restaurant if you don't want Lucas to carry you," Sherman offered.

Lucas was upset by Sherman's offer. "This is between my wife and I, so butt out!"

Melody turned to Lucas. "I just need the crutches temporarily. What's wrong with using it? I'm not actually crippled. Besides, isn't it good that I can take care of myself? Why do you both have to baby me like that? It's putting unnecessary pressure on me. Anyway, I'll manage on my own. Lucas, go and keep Miss Thalia company."

Since Melody had spoken, they stopped giving her worried looks. However, as Lucas walked ahead, he could not help but occasionally glance back at Melody.

Even though he was only a step ahead, Lucas could not shake off his worry that Melody might accidentally trip or fall.

Throughout the journey, Thalia remained silent. Previously, she had not realized what Melody meant to Lucas or how far their relationship had progressed. However, the day's brief interaction left her feeling somewhat apprehensive.

Lucas' attention seemed to be on Melody's every word and action.

'He has never acted like this toward a woman before!' thought Thalia.

When Melody spoke, Lucas could not help but gaze at her face. When she fell silent, his eyes would inevitably linger on her figure as she limped away. Lucas' worry was evident on his face.

Feeling like a clown standing there, with both men's attention entirely focused on another woman, a disabled woman at that, made Thalia feel neglected.

It was the first time Thalia had ever felt neglected. No, she would not have it! She must be the center of attention among all women.

'Damn that Melody! She's a sly one, alright. She knows how to gain sympathy from Lucas and Sherman by using her injured leg. Ugh! Men, they always favor the pitiful and weak. That's why she can arouse their protective instincts.'

Thalia felt an itching hatred in her heart, yet she maintained a smile on her face. She even turned back to check on Melody.