He didn't need that glare to show her dislike for him. He didn't even need to hear her mind for that. It was practically radiating off Melanie as she spun around to meet his gaze. He raised an eyebrow at her as if it were obvious and, despite himself, he was grinning at her cautious stance. Edward didn't see those as often as he should.

" I was merely greeting you at your return."

But he wasn't looking at her when he said it, as he was busy scanning her up and down once. He didn't see any life-threatening injuries, which pleased him, probably more than it should of. These days he was beginning to get desperate for some good news.

There was hardly a pause before he continued, using his red-orange eyes to his advantage as he smiled at her.

"The tone is hardly appreciated, not to mention unnecessary. I was going to ask you if you needed any help."