The Day I Kissed An Older Man
Chapter 2291

"That's how it should be. Let's go. I've asked Lynette to make some of your favorite food. You probably don't have much of an appetite since you just came back from the hospital, so how about a bit of oatmeal first," Beatrice asked as she led Melody to the dining area.

Lucas, however, stopped her and said, "That might cause bloating. You'd still want her to eat dinner, don't you? You said it yourself that she doesn't have much of an appetite now. The oatmeal might be a little too heavy for her. Something lighter would be better for now."

He managed Melody's meals during her hospital stay and knew that her appetite had changed due to her health condition. Aside from no longer being able to indulge in her favorite sweet and spicy dishes, she would easily get full even with a small-portioned meal. Lucas had to coax her into eating more during their time at the hospital. The memory of spending time alone with him in the hospital room made her feel a little awkward and uncomfortable.

Beatrice insisted that Melody eat a bowl of oatmeal, which Melody eventually relented because she did not want Beatrice to feel dejected for having such a caring gesture turned down.

The family's cook whipped up some fantastic oatmeal that was complete with all sorts of nuts and fruit, but Melody felt that she might not have any more room for dinner if she ate too much of it. The interaction between Melody and Lucas drew a satisfied smile from Beatrice, believing that it exemplified an ideal relationship between a husband and wife.

"I see. Well, if you don't feel like eating, you can just let me know. All I want is for you to be healthy, but if this is too much for you right now, then don't force yourself. We can always ask the cook to make more when you've fully recovered," Beatrice remarked as she looked approvingly at Melody.

Meanwhile, Thalia felt left out, and she wondered how Melody managed to gain Beatrice's approval and concern. She did not think that Melody was all that amazing, much less deserve Beatrice's approval as a granddaughter-in-law. Beatrice's thought processes seemed hard to understand in Thalia's opinion.

Melody came back because she just wanted to spend more time with Beatrice. Since she turned down the oatmeal, Beatrice decided to bring Melody into the quiet back garden for a walk.

The others were not invited, of course. Thalia wanted to tag along, but before she could say anything, Beatrice nipped the idea in the bud by declaring how much she had missed spending time alone with Melody.

Melody did not look at Thalia, as she was worried about accidentally showing an ugly expression after seeing Thalia try to be close with Lucas.

Beatrice held Melody's hand and walked to the garden.

Flowers were scant in the cold of November, and Cedric-knowing that Beatrice loved flowers-made a point to have fresh flowers brought in daily from various places just to add a splash of color to the garden.

Specialist horticulturists maintained the garden, and they were already wearing added layers to keep warm. Through their dedicated efforts, the garden seemed to be blossoming with vitality. "Look at these flowers! They bloom so beautifully even in the cold," Beatrice remarked, gesturing toward a patch of red blooms. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FindNʘᴠᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"Yes. The white walls at the hospital are so drab. Seeing these flowers brings quite a warm feeling," said Melody, intending to share her newfound appreciation rather than evoke pity.

Beatrice knew Melody well and understood what the remark meant. She patted the back of Melody's hand and said, "You've suffered a lot during this period. I'll make sure you receive proper care when you've recovered and come home."

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