Chapter 224 Ulterior Motives

Melody was always gifted in reading people, not to mention that children were incapable of hiding their thoughts.

Therefore, Melody could immediately tell that Amelia was wary against her and not the unfamiliar surroundings.

And considering that Evelyn brought Amelia here, Melody understood immediately.

Evelyn must have badmouthed her plenty.

Still, she did not go on the warpath right away since they were in a child's presence.

Pointing at the couch, Melody gestured for Amelia to sit on the couch, but the child did not move.

Melody did not get upset, however, and instead flashed a warm smile and asked, "Aren't you hungry after a long flight, Amy? I have plenty of good food here. What would you like?"

Children would always be children. With Melody's tender demeanor and gentle coaxing, Amelia was immediately drawn to her.

Pursing her lips in thought, she said quietly, "I-I want cake."

"No problem," Melody replied and promptly had a servant fetch a mango layer cake and a strawbe