Chapter 13 Vanya's POV Melinda's shouting was so loud that , for a moment , it seemed as if everything around us had been muted . All eyes turned to her . Of course , it also included Cliff's and mine . n In the eyes of everyone present , Melinda appeared to be a shrewish and ill - mannered woman : The stooped old gardener was carefully picking up the roses from the ground . He kept muttering apologies all the while . Melinda seemed to finally notice the piercing gazes from the surroundings , and her face turned extremely embarrassed . Then , as if changing masks , she quickly put on a face full of apology . She said , " I'm so sorry . I was just too anxious . Are you alright ? " I stood not far away , watching this scene quietly . い 3 A I knew in my heart that Melinda's belated remedy was useless and only made her seem even more affected . At this moment , Melinda also noticed me standing next to Cliff . " Why is she here ? " Cliff frowned and muttered to himself . I looked at Cliff's expression and speculated in my heart that he really didn't know Melinda would show up here . Could it be that Melinda really came on her own ? I pondered silently without speaking . This plot was completely different from my previous life . AUX I clearly remembered that in my past life , Cliff brought Melinda to the banquet , and Melinda won the praise of Mr. Winston at the dinner . Because of this , her path to studying abroad was smooth , and after graduation , she rose swiftly with the support of Cliff and Mr. Winston . I thought that this time , since Cliff didn't bring Melinda , she wouldn't appear , but I didn't expect her to force her way in . " Alpha Cliff ! " Hearing the commotion inside the club , Elliot hurried in . Cliff's tone was clearly displeased , " Who let her in ? " " I …" Elliot lowered his head and stammered , " I thought Ms. Coleman could help you . " Cliff rubbed his forehead in resignation . I watched coldly from the side . Of course , this had something to do with him . He has always been tolerant towards Melinda , which led Elliot to make such a judgment . However , on such an occasion , since he had already brought me , it was really inappropriate for Melinda to show up . " Ms. Coleman is unfamiliar with the area . You should go check on her , " I feigned indifference and took a sip of champagne . Cliff looked at Melinda , who seemed like a panicked fawn not far away , and in the end , he couldn't bear to leave her there alone . " I'll go over for a moment and come back soon . I'm worried that if something happens to her , my wolf … " I didn't respond but turned around and started talking to others . 1/3 It was within my expectations that Cliff would go over . He had always found it hard to let go of Melinda . Cliff's POV I walked straight to Melinda , my tone questioning , " Why are you here ? " Melinda , like a child who had done something wrong , meekly lowered her head . She whispered , " I'm sorry … I just wanted to come and see . " With her head down and her body trembling slightly , her sobs were barely audible . Seeing her like this , I really couldn't bear to say anything harsh . After all , she was a student I had nurtured , and I had witnessed her efforts and dedication over the years . Moreover , she was my true mate . When I was close to her , I could sinell the faint scent of figs on her . This fragrance intoxicated me , and my wolf was also stirring subtly . " I'll have Elliot take you back , " I said helplessly . 14 . Seeing me about to leave , Melinda hurriedly reached out , grabbing the cuff of my sleeve , her eyes full of pleading . " Alpha Cliff , can I stay ? " 1 frowned , feeling a bit displeased . The Melinda I knew was always obedient and had a clear understanding of her place , never uttering such overstepping words . Melinda seemed to e my dissatisfaction and her face showed a look of panic . " I'm sorry , Alpha Cliff … L… ". sense my Seeing her pitiful expression , I still couldn't bear to scold her harshly , " Stay . This party will also be helpful for your study abroad . " Hearing this , Melinda's face instantly bloomed into a sweet smile like a flower , filled with joy and excitement . " Can I follow you ? " she asked cautiously . I glanced around at the crowd , thinking to myself that I really wasn't comfortable leaving her to deal with this place on her own . " Okay , " I nodded in agreement . Melinda was as happy as a child who had just received her favorite toy . Elliot couldn't help but ask , " Alpha Cliff , what about Luna … " " You go and accompany her . Don't let her cause trouble like last time , " I said casually . In my opinion , although Vanya often attended dinners , she knew nothing about finance and was just here to pass the time . As long as she didn't spend money recklessly and act out like last time , it was fine . Melinda followed me and talked eloquently in front of several big shots . Although Melinda's grades at school were decent , she was , after all , just a student with little experience in the world . In front of these presidents who had been in the business world for years , her words were hardly outstanding . Soon , Melinda stood in front of a foreign old man , looking distressed and at a loss . If I remember correctly , this old man should be a financial tycoon from France . The trouble was , his interpreter was not here at the moment . 2/3 Chapter 13 " Alpha Cliff … " Melinda bit her lip , looking at me helplessly , her eyes full of expectation that I could help her out of this predicament . As I was thinking about how to resolve this awkward situation , I saw Vanya walk over calmly and start communicating with that man in fluent French . 3/3