Sebastian and the others were vaguely aware of the situation with the Brown family. As they sat around, they casually discussed what was going on.

Melissa was sitting quietly nearby. She peeled an apple, sliced it into little pieces, and without a word, held them up to William’s lips.

William glanced at her and shook his head, "I can't eat anymore."

Melissa’s lips twitched into a faint smile, and she retracted her hand smoothly.

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