For a while, the temperature around them seemed to drop to freezing point.

Nicole’s silence pleased Melanie because it meant that her words had taken effect.

Melanie gently raised her eyebrows and could not help but smile.

The light reflected on the bay flickered.

“Even without Miles, you have many more options, but I only have Miles…”

Melanie spoke aggrievedly.

“Ms. Stanton, just take pity on me and return Miles to me, please?”

Nicole raised an eyebrow and looked at Melanie with an uncon