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Ella's POV

The boys were back at Gabby's house. They had asked to spend the evening with Melody two days after the party and I had willingly agreed. I had my own reasons for wanting to go to Gabby's house and was glad the boys brought up the offer before me. I needed an excuse to be with Gabby and the boys always came in handy but they would see through me and know I was up to something if I asked them to go to Gabby's house first.

I had been forced to take them out yesterday so it wouldn't be known that I had lied the next time they were around Melody and Gabby.

"Nathan. Neo. Nick." Melody screeched as she opened the door and saw them. "It's so good to see you again."

"You too, Melody." The boys said.

The kids took their time embracing one another while I stood there watching them. Moments later, Melody glanced up and bowed her head to me with a smile.

"Thanks for letting them visit, Mrs. Allen." She said.

I smiled at her, feeling the need to run my hands through her hair but refrain