The Unfaithful Mr. Scott Novel novel Chapter 709

Chapter 709 

Only when they left the conference hall building did Hugh distance himself from Melanie. 

Melanie had been thinking about persuading Hugh to leave. She could not let Yvonne make the final say for her. That would not be nice. 

She pondered and asked, “How long have you been here?” 

“About a month.” 

Melanie said, “You’re a student, right? Isn’t it bad to leave the campus for so long?” 

Hugh looked at Melanie strangely, saying, “Didn’t Yvonne tell you about it? My lab was forced to close because of the funding issue.” 

“Lab?” 

Hugh explained, “I’m a postgraduate student at Jepton University, and the lab project was forced to stop because we lacked funds. That’s why I came looking for a part–time job.” 

He paused when he said the last sentence. 

Only Melanie knew why Hugh agreed to help her even though he had a crush on 

Yvonne. 

He was here to work. 

Then, she asked, “What were you researching about?” 

“Building subsurface storage on the moon’s surface.” 

Melanie knew nothing about scientific research and could only divert the topic. Hugh, I’ll be busy lately and might be unable to look after you. So, I think you should return to Jepton first. 

She added, “I’ll transfer you your pay.” 

Hugh froze. “Am I being fired… Watch out!” 

His calm emotions fluctuated. Melanie felt a force pushing her away, and the umbrella fell from Hugh’s hand. 

It happened so suddenly. It took a moment for Melanie to realize a bicycle was dashing in her direction. 

The rider was a girl in a raincoat. She fell to the ground with a shocked look on 

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her face. 

Flustered, she stood up and cried as she apologized. 

Hugh did not fall. He just sprained his ankle when he dodged.