Edward’s teeth clenched as he glanced down, catching Melody’s hands toward his He sucked in a surprised by boldness. three years since injury, and you still have those abs?” Melody blurted, surprise lacing her voice. surprisingly tight too,” she running her fingers across his stomach in a teasing manner. “You doing sit–ups in bed every day? naughty huh?” She giggled. Melody’s playful teasing pricked at Edward’s sensitive spot. Her mention disability three years prior dredged up dark memories. Still, she seemed oblivious the pain her words caused. jest, Edward’s expression the weight of his past bearing down on him. Momentarily, he pushed aside the reminder of his disability. one had dared to confront his so directly before. temple throbbed he his teeth, his fingers soft waist. “What do think you’re doing? Touch me again, and your arms!” With playful poke, Edward felt surge of adrenaline, an urge to put troublemaker in her place. Yet, Melody didn’t relent. she mischievously. “Oh, I dare you! Do you have the to it? Won’t you guilty for hurting me?” Melody’s provocation challenged Edward’s authority, and he with a stern tone, “Bernard!” This playful was far too far too daring! Edward vowed to kick her out of the Moore Residence that very night. “Throw her Edward his voice booming through the room. “Get out of he bellowed, eyes Melody. had through the cracked door, only to be slammed back Edward’s yell. covered mouth in shock. ‘Did Mr. Moore for woman’s tricks?‘ he worriedly. inside, Edward glared at Melody as she slowly lowered her dress straps, revealing her smooth shoulders and collarbones. 18:59 Oct 23 G Chapter 37 More Allure Her hand on the strap, a dare for him to call Bernard back. As if to say, ahead, call him in. I’ll take this dress right off. gritted his teeth, cursing his breath. “Damn woman!” he hissed. Call him,” Melody purred, her smile sweet but with challenge. She taunting him. Did he dare let anyone what happening them? “Don’t you shame, woman?!” Edward roared, frustration with a strange vulnerability. He was losing his cool but how to handle her. Staring at Melody, his gaze drawn to her playful enticing features. a defeated sigh, he finally asked. “What do you want from me?” Edward couldn’t believe anyone love a broken man like him. He actions had an ulterior motive. She had to be some of gain from being with him, and he let himself fall for games. Melody adjusted strap and leaned close, breath warm against ear. “I want you, Ed. I want to you…” wasn’t trying to manipulate him she after any benefit. She genuinely wanted to break through those walls, seeing how guarded he was. Edward hesitated, then reluctantly pulled her into a hug. He lowered gaze, cupped her and met her lips with and trepidation. His explored hers, starting gently, then deepening the kiss. was a whirlwind for Melody. For a moment, she was lost. Was this the Edward from this and guarded? Or the one from past life, the one she the one who left clutching her ashes? that instant, the past and present blurred under influence. Suddenly, Melody pushed him away and rolled onto the floor. eyes as expected, and a emerged on his lips. “Can’t keep up charade any longer, can you?” “Get now!” yelled, chasing her out. with a chuckle, a steely glint entered his eyes. Melody gritted her teeth, struggling for words. He roared, “Go! Don’t you dare come in here without my permission again!”