Chapter 245

"There are other ways to help me," Frank said, placing his hands on her shoulders and forcefully turning her around. "You could always try something creative!"

"Something creative?" Melanie asked, confused. She understood his meaning, however, when she met his sly gaze. The thought disgusted her, but she didn't want to upset him. "Frank," she reasoned gently, "if you're patient a little longer, I'll find someone beautiful from the industry! What about your partners? I could drive you there! I still have morning sickness, so it would just be messy and…"

Before she could finish, Frank grabbed her hair and roughly pulled her head back. "Enough of your nonsense! What does your pregnancy have to do with me? Is the baby mine? Mel, don't play games with me! Don't forget you need me to help you win your year-end championship!" He glared at her menacingly. "You should feel honored that I've chosen you. You better not make me angry, or else!"

Terrified, Melanie forced a smile. "Don't be mad, that wasn't what I meant. I was just…"

"Just shut up and do it!" he demanded. Lost in their actions, they were unaware of their surroundings until the lab lights fully illuminated the room. Initially, they had only switched on the lights on their side of the lab, leaving the door slightly ajar, as Melanie had ensured no one would arrive.

Their carelessness had consequences. Melanie reacted first, shocked and unable to stand. She could only stare toward the door, where she saw a familiar face: Nathaniel. Terror, rage, and humiliation filled him. He clenched his fists, speechless, feeling as if someone were choking him. Melanie gasped, trying to stand, her face flushed crimson. She desperately avoided looking at Nathaniel. Though she knew this day might come, she felt ashamed that he witnessed this; she was not shameless enough to perform in front of him.

Frank slowly stood, smoothing the creases in his clothes. He looked at Nathaniel provocatively, showing no concern for his wrath.

"Melanie Thayer!" Nathaniel roared, overcome with fury, shame, and disgust. He could never have imagined someone he loved so much would do something like this.

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