Serendipity's Secret (Melanie) novel Chapter 31

Chapter 31 

Sophie was at a loss for words. Where was she supposed to gather the money as a high school student? 

The thought of Melanie driving that car was more than she could bear. 

Frustrated that Edward wouldn’t indulge her, Sophie complained to her parents. “Dad, Mom, I want to drive that car too! If I had it, I could sleep in a little longer and wouldn’t have to get up so early to ride my bike.” 

As the youngest in the Grayson family, Sophie had always been pampered and felt entitled. Seeing that Edward wasn’t giving in, she decided to go straight to their parents for support. 

Luca and Sapphire exchanged glances, both puzzled by Edward’s sudden change of heart, just yesterday, he had looked down on Melanie for not contributing anything at home and insisted she go out and start a business. 

Now, he had arranged for her to get a car. What had changed so dramatically overnight? 

But since Arma had given the car to Melanie, they didn’t feel they could just take it away from her. That would surely hurt Melanie’s feelings, 

Sapphire began to devise a plan. She figured Melanie would likely lose money running her shop. After all, the latter could hardly read and wouldn’t know how to keep track of finances. 

figure out a way to claim the car for Sophie. 

If the clothing store ended up failing, Melanie wouldn’t have any reason to go out, and then they could figu 

“Alright, stop being silly. That car belongs to Melanie. If you really want one, we ll figure out a way to get you your own one. Besides, you’re still too young for something like that. Just listen to me,” she said softly, brushing her fingers through Sophie’s halt. 

Sophie felt tears welling in her eyes. “Mom, now, because of her, you don’t even like me anymore! I’m your daughter, too!” 

Felicia silently cheered Sophie on, hoping her outburst would make an impact. 

But Edward ignored Sophie’s complaints entirely and shot a knowing glance at Melanie. The two of them headed straight back into the house. 

without the main character in the scene, Sophie’s theatrics fell flat. She quickly stopped crying and shifted to complaining 

“Mom, look at Edward! He treats that country bumpkin like a queen and completely ignores mel It’s so unfair!” 

Sapphire felt caught in the middle. Ultimately, she offered a few comforting words to her daughter. As for the car, she and Luca didn’t feel bold enough to ask for it back 

Melanie was pleased with Edward’s support; it was enough that he had stood by her side. 

“Tomorrow, I’ll go to the office and arrange for you to take the driving test. Come by around noon, and I’ll have someone take you through the process,” he said, already planning who to contact. 

“Can I go into your office?” she asked. 

“Of course! Just tell them you’re family, and they’ll register you.” 

y returned home, but with 

Edward had a small two–bedroom apartment assigned to him by the office, where he usually stayed during the week. He occasionally Melanie in the picture now, he decided he would come home afterwork 

“Oh, and I forgot to mention. Unless it’s really busy, I’ll be home afterwork. If things get hectic, I might have to stay at the office. If you want, you can come and stay there too,” he added, 

Sapphire and the others wanted Melanie to stay nearby, considering she would need support as a pregnant woman with a child. It wouldn’t be convenient for her to Live alone in the dorm 

“okay.” 

“Melanie replied, ferling a sense of relief.