Aria was at loss of words and in deep thought for a moment wondering why Melanie would want her to personally welcome her friend.

Aria fell silent for a moment, unsure what to say.

She didn't know how Reed would feel about it.

Aria studied Melanie carefully for a moment before relaxing slightly that Melanie meant no harm.

Melanie had clearly stood up for her when she's being mocked and she wasn't hostile to her like the others.

Seeing Aria in a deep thought, Melanie eyes flickered briefly before a pout form on her lips.

She slowly held Aria's arm and shook it. “Pretty please, we’ve never really had a...