Chapter 29: Chapter 29

Melody lifted her almond–shaped eyes, meeting Edward’s deep gaze. “So, you were asking if I liked the device?”

Under the dim light, Edward’s facial features appeared more distinctive.

His eyes were lowered, and his complexion was pale. The prominent Adam’s apple protruded from his elongated neck, exuding a subtle allure.

Edward was still holding Melody’s slender wrist. The latter’s heart trembled as she raised her eyes. Her ears felt hot.

Just because she said she liked it, Edward would spend a billion to buy her the portable electrotherapy device.

Edward’s eyes darkened, and he felt a dryness in his throat.

Then, Melody heard a magnetic, deep chuckle come forth above her head.

Edward brushed his fingertips over her lower lip repeatedly with just the right amount of pressure. “Tsk, Melody, what did you think I was asking for? You don’t have to be too happy. I’m buying the device for you merely because you can put them to good use.”

After all, the beneficiary was himself.

He didn’t specifically buy the “Ionic Rehab” just to make Melody smile.

Bernard sighed inwardly. Mr. Moore would be perfect if only he were mute…

Melody arched her brows and ignored Edward’s stubborn remark.

Her gaze fell on the scarf around Edward’s neck – it was a pure white scarf embroidered with intricate and exquisite double–sided embroidery.

Embroidered on the front was a cute cartoon panda, and on the back was a fierce little white rabbit.

With the embroidery, the scarf looked adorable yet warm.

It didn’t match Edward’s domineering demeanor, but miraculously, the contrast was unique and charming.

This was the scarf Melody gave him yesterday.

At that time, Edward scrutinized the scarf coldly and frowned. “Take it away, I don’t need it.”

Melody pouted, regretfully saying, “But I knitted this myself, and it took me two months…“.

Every year, when autumn arrived, Maycrest would suddenly turn cold.

Every October, around Gary’s birthday, the city would usher in a cold wave.

So, Melody would start knitting a scarf for Gary by hand two months before. She even especially learned the double–sided embroidery technique to amuse Gary

She would change the style of the double–sided embroidered cartoon character every year, which she considered a little secret between her and Gary.

However, even though she had given Gary a birthday gift each year, Gary still treated her with indifference. Not only that, he became increasingly fond of Suzanna, blatantly showing favoritism.

It would be Gary’s birthday in a few days. Melody had spent a lot of effort knitting this scarf, but this year, she didn’t plan to give it to Gary.

She brought it back to the Moore Residence when she moved last time.

When the weather turned colder again, she couldn’t help but want to give the scarf to Edward.

This scarf was handmade by her, and this time, she decided that she would give it to someone who deserved her efforts.

Edward’s dark eyes narrowed slightly. His fierce aura instantly surged. “Melody, are you giving me a scarf you knitted for someone else? Do you think I’m a recycling station?”

Edward thought Melody had knitted this scarf for her ex–lover!

Melody’s heart skipped a beat. She pouted in grievance while her eyes were filled with loneliness. “Sure enough, what Gary doesn’t care for, I shouldn’t expect others to appreciate either.”

“I’m sorry, Mr. Moore.”

She had burned the midnight oil, researching the essence of double–sided embroidery and designing cartoon patterns.

Her only hope was for someone to appreciate her effort so that she knew that her effort had never been in vain.

Edward’s expression stiffened when he perceived Melody’s sincere apology.

It turned out that she knitted the scarf for her brother…

“Wait a minute.”

Edward tapped the table and stopped Melody from throwing the scarf into the trash ca

“Leave it there, Bernard might need it.”

Bernard was caught off guard. What do you mean, Mr. Moore? Please don’t talk nonsense!