Chapter 37

Edward sensed Melanie's discomfort and pulled over a chair to sit next to her. "I can help you with your studying," he offered, thinking she was too shy to ask for help. Melanie reluctantly asked a few questions, trying to brush him off, but Edward was surprisingly patient and explained everything in great detail. Just then, Nellie pushed the door open and walked in, her curious gaze landing on them as their heads leaned close together. "Mommy, are you and Daddy going to kiss?" Melanie was taken aback and quickly stood up. "No. Do you wanna sleep with me tonight?" Edward felt a wave of embarrassment wash over him as he stood and moved to the side. Nellie ran to Melanie, her big eyes sparkling with innocence. "Mommy, I'm not going to sleep with you tonight. Grandpa and Grandma said it's not convenient for me to be here. I might disturb you and Daddy." Melanie's face flushed with warmth. Considering how serious Luca and Sapphire usually seemed, she couldn't believe that they t