Before Grace could reply, Melanie sat on the sofa’s armrest and put an arm around her. “My dad is visiting his younger brother, so we decided to stay with you.”

What? Did she just say that they were also moving in?

Melanie gave me a smug look. "You see, we don’t get to spend much time with Chloe."

I restrained my rage and acted aloof. “Gee, that’s so thoughtful of you.”

My dad stared at my face silently.

My mother seemed to sense that the mood was off. She tried to lighten it up, saying, “Mel, you’re looking prettier by the day. Are you seeing anyone?”

Melanie announced shamelessly, “Yes, and we’re finally getting married after many years.”

I wanted to rip her tongue out.

“That’s wonderful news! Don’t forget to invite us to your wedding.” My mom smiled warmly.

“You’ll be the first on my list!”

Melanie looked at me as she chuckled tauntingly. Gritting my teeth, I silently swore at the bitch.

"We would’ve married sooner if my boyfriend's ex-wife hadn’t been such a pain,"