Chapter 1940

"It's nothing special. We're just friends," explained Melody briefly. She just smiled and looked at herself in the mirror. Zeke caught on that Melody did not want to delve deeper into her connection with Lucas, so he did not push for more. He smiled and focused on putting makeup on her. Melody could not shake the surreal feeling washing over her as the transformation unfolded in the mirror. Throughout her life, she never had the chance to wear anything remotely glamorous. Wendy's stylish dresses had always been a source of envy, but Melody never dared to dream of having one herself. That was just a wish that would never come true, she said to herself back then. She then recalled a particular incident in her childhood… "Mom, tomorrow is my birthday. Can I have a pretty dress?" pleaded Melody hopefully. However, Helen only glanced at her coldly. "Why do you need a dress? Haven't I already bought you enough T-shirts? You need to learn to be content and stop comparing yourself to Wend