chapter 12

" Hey " Sara greeted as soon as she sighted Mel. " Hey " Mel answered. Kelly was in the kitchen too, and Charles, a waiter who had taken a liking to Melody since she started working in the restaurant. He was not in when the incident happened and had looked really pissed the moment Kelly explained what happened in his absence. He looked Melody over thoroughly the minute he saw her, searching for injuries. He heaved a sigh of relief when he saw none. " Should I accompany you home? " He asked nervously. Mel smiled and reached out to touch him " No Charles, I'll be fine " and she squeezed his shoulders. Charles looked doubtful, " Are you sure? Will you be alright alone? " Kelly spoke up, " Charles is right, Mel. Will you be okay alone? You never know with guys these days. They're dangerous, Mel. Just allow him to take you home, hmmn? " She coaxed. Sara intervened too, adding " Kelly is right, Mel. It'd be best if Charles take you home ". Mel smiled, " I'll be fine guys, I promise. B