Drink your tea and get some rest.
You have work tomorrow morning.
â
Upon hearing this, Melissa couldnât resist voicing her complaint.
âJessie had another spat with Mr.
Waston today.
â
Julie feigned surprise.
âReally? Then his face will be scratched again.
â
Melissa smiled and didnât say anything more.
However, Julie was lost in contemplation.
She recalled meeting Albert previously.
He had often escorted Melissa home from various social gatherings.
On one occasion, he had even visited their home, though he only stayed for a cup of tea.
Albertâs gaze towards Melissa seemed strange.
According to Julieâs observation, it wasnât really about Melissa.
It was more like Albert was looking at someone else through Melissa.
Julie had heard the rumors circulating in Duefron since she moved here.
In his youth, the debauched Albert harbored a crush on Marcusâ mother.
When Melissa faced her lowest point, Albert took her in.
Over the next two years, Melissa gradually resembled Rena more and more.
Julie didnât know what to make of it.
However, Melissa had undoubtedly improved compared to before.
Julie refrained from expressing these thoughts in Melissaâs presence, as it wasnât really appropriate to do so.
The following day, Melissa went to work, noticing the fresh scratches on Albertâs face and bruises on his neck.
Itâs quite intense! She mused to herself.
However, Melissa maintained a faint smile as she reported her work to Albert diligently.
Despite her efforts, Albert seemed preoccupied.
After several attempts, Melissa couldnât help but ask, âMr.
Watson, do you need to see a doctor?â
Albert straightened up immediately.
âIâm perfectly fine.
â
Melissa only smiled lightly.
Albert then tossed her a pamphlet.
âJessie wants a piece of jewelry.
Pick something out for her.
â
With a polite smile, Melissa suggested, âI believe Miss Green would appreciate it more if you accompanied her to choose something.
â
Albert reclined in his chair, eyeing Melissa.