The Day I Kissed An Older Man novel Chapter 2416

"You're overthinking it," said Thalia with a light smile. "Is that what's bothering you at home? Although some things may involve privacy, Lucas, you should know that I'm more than willing to help you through any difficulties."

Thalia's smile became even more understanding. However, Lucas felt like he was increasingly unable to see through this friend he had known for years.

"You don't have to force a smile," Lucas said coldly, leaving Thalia looking as though she had been struck by lightning. Her smile froze.

"Lucas, what do you mean?"

"It's exactly what I mean. If you don't want to smile, you don't have to fake it."

Thalia's smile disappeared completely from her face. "Lucas, have you heard something?"

Lucas would never speak to her in this manner and tone unless he knew she had sent someone to frame Melody. He had always been accommodating to her, so speaking to her in such a cold manner made it difficult for her to accept.

"Heard what?"

Lucas was perplexed, but he maintained his usual expressionless demeanor, so it was unclear whether what he said was a question or a statement.

"If you've heard any gossip, why didn't you just come and ask me?" asked Thalia.

Lucas looked at Thalia, but she avoided his gaze. She kept her eyes lowered, staring at the white bedsheets, leaving Lucas wondering what she was thinking.

Lucas caught on that the woman Thalia was referring to was Melody, and he instantly became displeased. After all, what did Melody have to do with this?

"Why do you keep bringing up Melody? She never said anything about you behind your back."

Lucas had thought about it for the past few days. Even though somewhat dejected at Thalia's return, she had never brought up Thalia in front of him. On the contrary, Thalia always seemed to intentionally or unintentionally complain about Melody to him, even crying and blaming Melody for this incident. To be honest, Lucas was starting to feel fed up with it.

"Who's the one constantly bringing up Melody? I just mentioned her once, and you immediately get upset on her behalf. Lucas, after all these years, have you ever truly cared about me? You don't know how long I've been waiting for you... I..."

Thalia was genuinely heartbroken, her eyes were red. "We've known each other for so many years, so what right did that woman have to steal you away? You don't care about me anymore! And just so you know it, I did frame Melody!"