Chapter 767

Melanie, unusually beaming, finally released Jane's cheeks from her playful pinch. "Let's go, time for the next step," she said with a rare warmth in her voice. Jane toddled after her on stubby legs, while Mina trailed behind. Elbowing Bryan, she whispered, "Hey, don't you think Melanie's in a particularly good mood today? I've never seen her smile like that before." Bryan's face darkened with gloom. "She might be cheerful, but I'm certainly not." Ignoring his sulking, Mina continued excitedly, "Listen, you should call her 'sister' more often. When she's happy, she'll want to hang out with you. And if she hangs out with you that's your chance!" "Chance!" Bryan's eyes lit up as he shot Mina an appreciative glance. "You're right! I need opportunities to get closer to her!" Only by staying near Melanie and understanding her could he find a way to settle today's score. Watching Bryan suddenly perk up, Mina scratched her head in confusion. "Since when did he catch on so fast?" Meanwhile, Ja