Chapter 614

"Of course! I'm not into empty gestures. I genuinely came to see you today," Yarrick said as he awkwardly scratched the back of his head. Melanie's gaze kept drifting his way. Honestly, it was rather… stressful. It seemed that he would need to introduce her to a handsome guy soon. Once her attention shifted, she probably wouldn't look at him so intently anymore. "Alright then. You're treating me to lunch today—just the two of us." "Of course! That's not a problem." Treating her to a meal had already been cleared with Hailey anyway. Even if it was just the two of them eating together, there was nothing wrong with it. "It's settled, then. No backing out later." "Don't worry. I won't do that." The two enjoyed their tea and continued chatting casually. Melanie found herself enjoying the conversation more than the tea itself, and her mood improved significantly as they talked. A soft pink flush spread across her cheeks. Just as they were happily chatting away, Yarrick's phone start