Melody Strikes Back by Myra Walker (Chapters 786, 787, 788, 789, and 790)

Chapter 786

“Very good. In a while, I’ll ask you a question and you’ll answer it honestly. If you don’t answer it properly… you can try to see what the consequences will be.”

Melody’s voice was like arctic ice, scaring the nanny so much that she was angry and afraid, but more than that, she was still unconvinced.

However, the nanny knew very well that she had to lower her head under someone else’s roof. In the end, she nodded.

Melody raised her eyebrows and asked, “Your name is Shen Mei, right?”

“Right…”

“Alright, Miss Shen, answer me honestly. What’s your motive for getting close to Zack Nelson? What good will it do you to kill Ford Nelson?”

The nanny called Shen Mei’s face turned pale. She quickly shook her head and said, “No! I don’t have any motives, nor do I want to kill the old man.”

“Oh?” Melody Fox looked at her coldly and asked, “Since you didn’t want to kill him, why did you let the ambulance that had already arrived at the entrance of the community go back?”

“I…-I didn’t…”

“Hehe, Miss Shen, don’t you know that such calls are recorded? It’s just a matter of a phone call if I want to pull out the recording of you rejecting the ambulance to save someone. I advise you to tell me the truth.”

Shen Mei’s expression became even uglier.

“I…- I did tell the ambulance not to come over, but that’s only because I saw that the old man’s condition was much better just now, so…”.

“You’re just a nanny. It’s not up to you to decide whether the old man needs to go to the hospital or not. Have you informed Zack Nelson about your request for the ambulance repatriation? I don’t believe he’ll agree.”

Shen Mei knew that she was in the wrong. Her eyes avoided hers but she still argued, “I shouldn’t have made the decision on my own, but that’s because I’m young and don’t understand these things at all. It’s not that you want to harm people. If you insist on blaming me, I can compensate for my actions of sending the ambulance back. How much do you want? Tell me!”

Melody grabbed Shen Mei’s neck impatiently.

“Don’t think that I’m very patient! Ford Nelson is already so old. Why did you want to harm him? Did Ulric Swanson send you? Speak!”

Shen Mei held her breath and said with difficulty, “I…, I didn’t. I don’t know the person you’re talking about at all… Let go of me. I’m dying…”

Melody’s expression did not change at all.

“As long as you don’t tell the truth, I won’t let go.”

“You… If I die, you will also be shot! Let go of me…” Shen Mei’s voice was almost squeezed out of her throat, but she could still vaguely understand that she was warning Melody.

If he killed her, she would not have a good ending either.

Melody sneered and said, “Do you think I’m afraid of these?”

Shen Mei saw the coldness in Melody’s eyes and was stunned.

However, she still did not believe that this ugly woman would really dare to strangle her.

However, her breathing became more and more difficult. Soon, her face turned from red to the color of pig liver.

The lack of oxygen made her vision blur. It was as if Death had quietly arrived in front of her.

“No, no…” Shen Mei used all her strength to struggle out of the chair, but Aaron Berg’s rope was very skillful. The more she struggled, the tighter the rope would be.

“Let, go, I…”

Shen Mei squeezed out three words with great difficulty, and her vision gradually became blurry.

She finally couldn’t withstand the pain and tried her best to move the fingers of her right hand.

“I…, I’ll say…”

Melody raised an eyebrow.

“If you had told me earlier, you wouldn’t have to suffer like this.” As she spoke, she slowly let go, but her eyes were still cold. Although Melody’s eyes were round, because her double eyelids were slightly narrow, when she was not smiling, her eyes had an oppressive aura.

In particular, she had really been ruthless just now. It was not something an ordinary person could withstand.

“Hu hu…”

Shen Mei greedily breathed in the air like a fish that had left the water and couldn’t wait to return to the water.

However, Melody did not give her any time to breathe. She grabbed her neck again and urged, “Tell me quickly! Who sent you here? What is your motive? What shameful things did this nanny do in private?!”

“No, no…” Shen Mei was afraid that she would feel the pain of dying again. She shook her head desperately and said, No one really sent me…”

Melody narrowed his eyes.

“You’re still being stubborn? I think you really don’t want to live anymore!”

“No, no, I’m telling the truth!”

Shen Mei told her about her situation.

“This is the third time I’ve been a nanny…”

Melody finally got the gist of the situation after Shen Mei’s sobbing narration.

The general situation was that because of her poor family background, she had no choice but to drop out of school to be a nanny.

Her main job in the first owner’s house was to take care of the old man. As a result, the old man died of a sudden cerebral hemorrhage. She did not call an ambulance for the first time and instead, she stole some of the old man’s savings, She thought she could do it again since she wasn’t implicated the first time.

The other people in the family did not know about the savings, so this matter had never been known.

After that, she started to squander the money wantonly and quickly used it up. Helpless, she could only return to her old job and start working as a nanny again.

However, on the second day as a nanny, she couldn’t help but start to steal. In the end, she was discovered and chased out by her master.

Fortunately, the owner only chased her away and did not call the police, so the housekeeping company did not know. Later on, when she came to the Zack Nelson Family, she immediately took a fancy to the tall, handsome, and rich Zack Nelson. She tried to attract Zack Nelson’s attention several times.

However, Zack Nelson was so focused on work that he often remembered her name wrongly, let alone look at her.

Gradually, she began to give up, so she began to steal money from Nelson family again.

However, after stealing money, she was discovered by Ford Nelson.

Fortunately, under her painful begging, Ford Nelson forgave her.

“Since Ford Nelson has forgiven you, why are you still doing this to him? Don’t tell me you don’t know what a high fever means to an old man.”

Under Melody’s threat again, Shen Mei stammered,” Although Ford Nelson has forgiven me, it doesn’t mean that he won’t tell Mr. Nelson. I know Mr. Nelson’s temper. Once he knows that I stole money… he will definitely chase me away.”

A cold glint flashed across Melody’s eyes.

“So when you saw that Ford Nelson was infected with the flu, you kept persuading him not to go to the hospital. What you wanted was for him to die of illness so that your secret would never be discovered.”

Shen Mei apologized while crying.

“I’m sorry, I’m really sorry… I’m scared too. I didn’t do it on purpose, but I really don’t want Mr. Nelson to know…”

She really couldn’t bear the fear of the person she liked to know that she was a thief.

Melody closed her eyes and took a deep breath.

“Miss Shen, one wrong step leads to another. You shouldn’t have harmed other people’s lives for your own benefit.”

Chapter 787

“I’m sorry, I was wrong! I really know I was wrong! Please give me one last chance! I swear to God that I won’t do anything bad in the future, and I won’t do this again. As long as you let me off this time, I’ll remember your kindness every day in the future…”

Shen Mei apologized as she cried. Her eyes were almost swollen from crying.

She didn’t know if it was tears of genuine regret or tears of fear.

However, Melody did not care about the reason at all.

She had never been a saint. She did not even want to forgive herself in her previous life, let alone this vicious nanny.

Melody pursed her lips slightly and said, “Whether I let you off or not is not up to me. When Zack Nelson comes back, you can beg for his forgiveness yourself.”

Shen Mei trembled when she heard Zack Nelson’s name.

“No, no, please don’t tell him. As long as you help me hide this matter, I can give you all my money!”

“Huh.”

Melody smiled gently and asked, “Do I look like someone who covets your money?”

“Then, then tell me, how much do you want…”

Melody’s patience had completely disappeared.

“Shen Mei, I wanted to give you a chance to repent when I saw how sincere you were just now. But now, you’re only concerned about whether Zack Nelson will find out. You never asked about Ford Nelson’s situation. Do you think… you’re worthy of me giving you this chance?”

Shen Mei’s face turned pale.

“I…” She opened her mouth, but there was no way to defend herself.

Melody glanced indifferently at Shen Mei for the last time before turning around to instruct Spencer.

“Keep an eye on her. When Zack Nelson comes back, hand her over to him.”

“Yes!” Spencer nodded and stared at Shen Mei, not giving her any chance to escape.

Before long, the ambulance finally arrived.

Under Melody’s treatment, Ford Nelson’s fever had already subsided a lot, but Ford Nelson was old after all. It was still risky to only undergo initial treatment. Therefore, he still had to be hospitalized for a few days for observation. He would only be at ease when his body completely recovered.

On the way, Melody looked sideways and said in a low voice, “Help me investigate Shen Mei again and see if the situation is as she said.”

Aaron Berg lowered his eyes and said, “Miss Fox, I’ve already taken the time to investigate. What she said is true. She was indeed not instigated by anyone. It has nothing to do with Ulric Swanson. You can rest assured.”

Melody could not help but look at Aaron Berg in admiration.

No wonder Aaron Berg’s status was above Spencer and Seventeen. She had not even asked him to investigate this matter, but he had already completed it.

“You’re doing great.”

“You flatter me. It’s the least I can do.”

Ten minutes later, they arrived at the hospital.

The hospital arranged by Melody for Ford Nelson was the hospital where Rodney Stanton was.

She followed the ambulance to Central Hospital, and it just happened that Rodney was on duty today.

After learning that her elder was sick, Rodney Stanton immediately brought Ford Nelson for a checkup.

The results of the checkup were out very quickly.

As Rodney Stanton handed the report to her, he said, “It’s the same as what you said. However, in his condition, he should have been sent to the hospital long ago. Why did it take so long for him to be sent over? If he was any later, his condition might have worsened and caused other illnesses.” Melody sighed and said, “It’s a long story. In short… Rodney Stanton, I’ll leave Ford Nelson to you to take care for the next few days.”

“You don’t have to say that! Don’t worry, I’ll definitely take good care of him.”

“Thanks a lot.”

“You’re treating me like an outsider.”

As he spoke, Zack Nelson’s anxious voice came from behind.

Miss Fox!

Melody was stunned. She turned his head in shock and met Zack Nelson’s gaze.

She asked in surprise, “How did you get here so quickly?”

Zack Nelson could not be bothered to answer. He panted as he asked, “How is my grandpa now?”

“I was just about to call you. The results of the examination came out just now. There’s a slight lung infection. Previously, the high fever was also caused by this, but it’s not serious. The antibiotics have been administered and will take effect soon. However, at Ford Nelson’s age, he has to be hospitalized for at least half a month before he can be discharged.”

“It’s all thanks to you…” Zack Nelson did not know how to put in a good word. After holding it in for a long time, he only managed to say two stiff words, “Thank you.”

“With our relationship, there’s no need to thank me.”

Zack Nelson nodded. He did not say anything else, but he remembered Melody Fox’s kindness in his heart.

Melody Fox had saved him and now he had saved his grandfather. There was no reason for him not to continue working hard for Ken Swanson.

However, if he was busy with work, who would take care of her grandfather while he was hospitalized?

Melody observed Zack Nelson’s expression and guessed what he was thinking.

She said, “It’s not easy to find a reliable nurse in the shortest time. I’ll transfer a reliable nurse from Herbathrive to take care of Ford Nelson.”

“Sorry to trouble you…”

“It’s what I should do. You’re too busy to take care of Ford Nelson. This is what Ken Swanson and I should do.”

Zack Nelson opened his mouth, but in the end, he swallowed his words of thanks..

Instead of thanking her verbally, he might as well work harder in the future.

He thought of what Melody had asked just now and quickly said, “Originally, I had to wait for at least two more hours to reach the hospital. After Mr. Swanson found out that something had happened to my grandfather, he directly sent a helicopter to send me to the top of the hospital. That’s why I could return so quickly.”

“I see…”

It was really not inhumane to be rich. It was good to be rich.

But then again, she was now a legitimate rich woman. Her income could be handed over to an ordinary person for the rest of their lives.

“Go see Ford Nelson first. I have something to tell you after you’ve seen him.”

“Good!”

Zack Nelson nodded and walked into the ward.

About ten minutes later, Zack Nelson walked out.

“Grandpa is asleep. What did you want to tell me just now?”

Melody Fox waved her hand and brought him to the safe passage. She told him everything about Shen Mei.

Zack Nelson’s expression turned from shock to anger. His expression was extremely ugly.

“I didn’t expect… that woman to harm Grandpa! Where is she now?”

“Shen Mei is in the car downstairs waiting for you to deal with her. However, Shen Mei was just an accident. I’m worried that Ulric Swanson will know that Ximber Tech is owned by Ken Swanson in the future. After you work for Ken Swanson, you and Ford Nelson will be in danger…”

Zack Nelson’s face turned pale when he heard Melody Fox s words.

He had seen Ulric Swanson’s methods before. The fire that burned the youth center back then still left him with lingering fear.

This time, Ulric Swanson had yet to make a move, but something like this had already happened to his grandfather. Zack Nelson could not help but feel even more terrified.

However, he did not retreat at all. Instead, he was even more determined to help Ken Swanson strengthen Ximber Tech.

Only when Ken Swanson’s strength completely crushed Ulric Swanson could he and his grandfather have no worries.

Zack Nelson took a deep breath and said, “I’m not afraid that I’ll be in danger. I’ll definitely go through fire and water for Mr. Swanson. But my grandfather…”

“I know your concerns, so I want to ask you if you want to move to the vicinity of Herbathrive?”

Chapter 788

“Move to Herbathrive?”

“Yes, the staff dormitory near Herbathrive. A few of our staff dormitories are still empty, but the environment is definitely not as good as your original apartment. However, the advantage is that Herbathrive’s staff and I can help you take care of Ford Nelson. He can come to Herbathrive for three meals a day… This way, he won’t feel bored alone and can guarantee his safety.”

Zack Nelson immediately nodded. “Okay, when Grandpa is discharged from the hospital, I’ll immediately move to Herbathrive dorm with him.”

Melody Fox reminded him, “For Ford Nelson, moving is indeed beneficial, but Herbathrive is a short drive away from Ximber Tech. I’m afraid you’ll have to sacrifice more sleep in the future.”

“This is nothing,” Zack Nelson said firmly. “This is the best arrangement.”

“Alright, since you have no objections, I’ll tell Ken Swanson later. I’ll also get him to arrange bodyguards for you and Ford Nelson to ensure your safety.”

Zack Nelson nodded and raised a question about Janet Murphy.

“I haven’t seen Miss Murphy in a long time. I can’t contact her either. Do you know her current situation?”

“Janet Murphy, huh…”

Hearing Janet Murphy’s name, Melody even felt a little dazed.

It had only been less than a month since Janet Murphy’s incident, but she actually felt like a century had passed.

It was probably because the Murphy family had suppressed Janet Murphy’s matter so much that no one knew about it except for a few of them.

However, when Sid Quant’s body recovered completely, Sebastian Quant would definitely start a war with the Murphy family.

By then, everyone would know about Janet Murphy’s crime. But how should she tell Zack Nelson about this?

Zack Nelson observed Melody’s expression and knew that it was not something good. He cleverly changed the topic and said, “Ximber Tech’s heaviest product, X-series, will be on the market next month. At that time, Mr. Swanson will definitely appear. Please pass on a message to Mr. Swanson to be mentally prepared for everyone to know that he is Ximber Tech’s boss.”

Zack Nelson was relieved that he did not have to organize his words.

Melody nodded and said, “Alright, I’ll tell him. Take good care of Ford today. I’ll arrange for someone to be his nurse.

“Yes, sorry to trouble you.”

After leaving the hospital, Melody went straight back to Herbathrive.

As soon as she entered the door of Herbathrive, Melodysaw Beverly Herbert was busy in the pharmaceutical hall.

Melody’s face lit up.

“Beverly?”

Beverly Herbert was also very happy to see her. She took a few steps forward and held her hand affectionately.

“Melody, I’m back from the hospital.”

“When? Why didn’t you tell me? I could have come to pick you up.”

The smile on Beverly Herbert’s face became even gentler. Her tone was even a little heartbroken as she said, “Colin said that you’re very busy. There’s no need to trouble you with such a small matter. Look at you. How long has it been? You’re so thin that my heart aches just looking at you.”

Melody smiled. “I didn’t lose weight. Actually, I’m a little heavier.”

This was true. When she had time, she would train her body and consciously increase the strength of her muscles.

The body fat turned into muscles. It looked tight and thin, but in fact, it had gained weight.

Beverly Herbert did not care about this. She muttered, “It’s not good for a girl to be too thin. I have to think of a way to fatten you up. It’s better to be slightly fat.”

Melody was about to speak when Colin Herbert came from the backyard.

Melody!

“Colin, Uncle!”

The two of them almost repeated their conversation. Colin Herbert also thought that she had lost weight because of Herbathrive.

No matter how hard he tried, Colin Herbert did not continue this topic.

He lowered his voice and asked, “The person recuperating in the backyard is…?”

“He’s my bodyguard. He was injured in an accident previously. However, he’s different from ordinary bodyguards. I can’t tell you in detail about his identity.”

“Understood. No wonder when I asked the others, they couldn’t tell me his identity. Anyway, it’s good that he’s your man. I’m just afraid that Michael Hudson will make a comeback.”

“Don’t worry, it has nothing to do with Michael Hudson.”

Hearing Colin Herbert talk about something else, Beverly Herbert tightened her grip on the rag in her hand and said, “I’ Il continue to clean up. You guys chat.”

“Beverly… You’ve just been discharged from the hospital. Let the cleaners do these things.”

Melody Fox hurriedly tried to stop her, but she was stopped by Colin Herbert.

“Just let her be. She’s already recovered. She’s going to rot in the hospital. How can she stay idle when she comes back? Let her be. Just treat it as dismissing her. She’ll stop when she’s tired. You don’t have to worry too much.”

Melody nodded and explained the changes to Herbathrive to Colin Herbert.

“There are eleven new people in the clinic. Half of them are ready for consultation, and the rest are still learning. As for our emergency department, we’ve recruited all of them. They all jumped ship from a small hospital…”

While Melody Fox was handing over her work to Colin Herbert, the employees of Herbathrive could not help but gather together and whisper worriedly.

“Mr. Herbert is back. Will Miss Fox’s position be awkward?”

“You’re thinking the same thing as me. Miss Fox’s ability is so strong. When Mr. Herbert comes back, will he chase her away first? Is he afraid that we’ll only listen to Miss Fox?”

“Sigh, if that’s really the case, I’ll be so conflicted. I don’t know who to follow.”

Coincidentally, David Marrow passed by. When he heard the discussion, he walked over with a frown.

“What are you talking about? This won’t happen to Master and Miss Fox. Don’t worry.”

Everyone was shocked and quickly shut up with a smile.

However, there was also a bold one who couldn’t help but ask, “Dr. Marrow, are you sure? What if…”

Before he could finish his sentence, Colin Herbert waved his hand impatiently at Melody Fox.

Because they were not close, they could not hear what Colin Herbert said. They only saw Melody Fox’s expression change and she kept shaking her head.

Everyone’s hearts were instantly in their throats.

“No way. Is Mr. Herbert really this kind of person who burns bridges after crossing them?”

“Don’t forget that when Michael Hudson left, Ms Fox didn’t hesitate at all.

The surrounding people’s words made David Marrow, who was originally very determined, nervous.

Master… shouldn’t be that kind of person…

If he had to choose between his master or Miss Fox, he would rather explode on the spot.

Just as David Marrow was about to explode with a headache, Colin Herbert and Melody Fox walked towards them one after another.

Everyone’s hearts tightened.

Colin Herbert said emotionlessly, “Everyone, those who don’ t have work on hand, come to the conference room on the second floor. I have something to announce.”

David Marrow’s face turned pale. He took a few steps forward and said, “Master, what do you want to announce?”

Colin Herbert waved his hand.

“You’ll find out in a minute. Gather the men. We have a meeting in ten minutes.”

David Marrow had no choice but to nod in agreement. “Yes…”

Chapter 789

Under the call of David Marrow, the conference room was soon filled with people.

Everyone sat down according to their positions. Everyone’s expressions were nervous.

Obviously, they did not know which one to choose between Colin Herbert and Melody Fox.

It was as if choosing anyone would let down another person.

David Marrow’s palms were sweating profusely. He wiped his hands on his pants as if he could not wipe them off.

He was even a little envious of the people Melody Fox poached from the small hospital because they did not have to choose which side to stand on.

However, he was still unwilling to believe that Colin Herbert would burn the bridge after crossing it.

No one else knew about Beverly Herbert, but he knew.

If Miss Fox and Fox had not discovered that there was something wrong with Madam’s body, she might have…

How could his master do such a thing to chase Miss Fox away?

No, definitely not!

However, as the seconds ticked by, David Marrow became more and more uncertain.

In just ten minutes, the meeting seemed to have lasted for an entire year.

Finally, 10 minutes is up.

Colin Herbert sat at the head of the conference room and spoke with a serious expression-

“Everyone, when Beverly Herbert is hospitalized, I rarely come over to Herbathrive … Fortunately, Melody is here, so Herbathrive can maintain normal order. There are also many new people. Our reputation has also improved compared to before. The nearby residents are full of praise for us.”

“Coupled with the fact that Herbathrive made it onto the news a few days ago, Herbathrive’s popularity has increased by several levels. Looking at the entire Halcyon, our Herbathrive’s popularity can be ranked in the top three of the traditional medicine pavilions.”

“And all of this is thanks to Melody’s efforts.”

Melody quickly shook her head and said, “This is not my credit alone. It’s all thanks to everyone’s cooperation and mutual support.”

The staff of the medical center was afraid that Melody would be chased away, so they quickly said, “Miss Fox, you’ re too humble! Without you, Herbathrive might have been closed down by those bad guys long ago.”

“That’s right. Mr. Herbert, Miss Fox’s contribution to Herbathrive is obvious to everyone. She’s really loyal to Herbathrive.”

Colin Herbert did not know why everyone was speaking up for Melody one after another.

However, this also indirectly proved that Melody Fox was really doing very well. It was even better than him, the boss of Herbathrive.

He nodded and said, “I know what you’re talking about. I’ll give Melody a reward according to the original reward and punishment rules of Herbathrive. All of you quiet down first. I just said that I have a notice to say.”

David Marrow endured it again and again. In the end, he could not take it anymore and stood up from his chair.

“Master, I know what you want to say. I don’t agree!”

“Huh?” Colin Herbert frowned in confusion and said unhappily, “David Marrow, you’re fine. Why are you suddenly crazy?”

“I’m not crazy!”

David Marrow mustered his courage and said, “Everyone can see what Miss Fox did for Herbathrive. If it wasn’t for her… We would have been sealed when that couple came to cause trouble. Master, I remember that you weren’t such a person in the past. How did you become… like this after leaving for a while?”

“What have I become?”

The more Colin Herbert listened, the more confused he became. However, David Marrow’s tone and expression made him feel uncomfortable. He subconsciously frowned and said sternly, “I don’t care what you mean. Shut up first and talk to me after the meeting.”

“No! It’ll be too late after the meeting. You can’t chase Miss Fox away! If you chase her away, I, I…”

He really couldn’t say the second half of the sentence. His hands were tightly clenched into fists.

Colin Herbert frowned.

“What nonsense are you spouting? Who’s chasing who? I’m chasing her away? Did you take the wrong medicine?”

He looked baffled.

Melody finally understood why David Marrow was suddenly so agitated.

She gently pressed Colin Herbert’s arm, indicating for him to calm down. Then, she looked up at David Marrow.

“David Marrow, you’ve misunderstood. Uncle Colin doesn’t want to chase me away.”

“Is, is that so? Then what does Master want to say by calling everyone here?”

“You’ll know when he’s done. From now on, calm down.” “…Yes.”

Seeing that David Marrow had quieted down, Melody Fox said to Colin Herbert, “Uncle Colin, continue. There must be something wrong with this kid today. Don’t lower yourself to his level.”

David Marrow had always been lacking in the ways of the world. He was kind-hearted, but he was too simple-minded and seemed a little stupid.

Colin Herbert also knew who David Marrow was, so he did not want to pursue the matter and interrupted him several times.

He glanced at David Marrow and continued, “Then let’s continue…”

When everyone heard that Colin Herbert did not intend to chase Melody Fox away, they calmed down and listened attentively to Colin Herbert.

“I just said that I have something to inform everyone. This notice is… from now on, Meldoy will take over Herbathrive matters, no matter how big or small. You don’t have to ask for my opinion anymore.

Everyone was stunned.

“What does that mean?”

“Boss, are you not going to care about Herbathrive anymore?”

David Marrow asked in extreme shock, “Master, where are you going? What do you mean by letting Miss Fox take over?” Colin Herbert took a deep breath and explained, “Beverly Herbert’s surgery was very successful. She was doing fine during her recovery period. She told me that she had a wish to travel the world. Therefore, I plan to give Herbathrive to Melody and accompany her to travel the world.

From now on, Melody was no longer the escrow of Herbathrive, but Herbathrive’s legitimate boss. You all had to do things according to her words…

“However, judging from your reaction just now, I won’t have to worry about it. You’ll listen to her.”

“So…” David Marrow asked awkwardly, “You never intended to chase Miss Fox away. Instead, you wanted to give Herbathrive to her directly?”

“Nonsense! Am I, Colin Herbert, the kind of person who abandons her after I’ve outlived her usefulness?”

“Of, of course not…” David Marrow was ashamed. He glared at those who had misled him.

Everyone glared at him as if it had nothing to do with them. They were just guessing… Who would have thought that when Mr. Herbert talked about Miss Melody he stopped Mr. Herbert from continuing several times.

Miss Melody shook her head and stopped him, she was actually just rejecting Mr. Herbert’s offer to give Herbathrive to her?

When Colin Herbert saw this, he shook his head helplessly.

However, there was also a sense of relief amidst his helplessness.

Since Melody had won the hearts of Herbathrive’s men, he and Beverly Herbert could leave and travel without worry.

“One more thing… Melody, let’s talk in the backyard.” “Okay.”

Chapter 790

Colin Herbert nodded and looked at everyone. “You guys go ahead and do your work. When I decide on a day to set off, I’ll tell you a day in advance. I’ll treat you guys to a meal as a farewell.”

“Master…”

David Marrow’s eyes were a little red.

He felt like he was on a roller coaster today.

He should be happy that Miss Fox did not have to leave, but now that it was Colin Herbert who was leaving, he was no less reluctant than before.

However, since this was his wife’s wish and she had just returned from the gates of hell, what reason did he have not to wish them well?

“Alright, I haven’t left yet. Don’t cry. Wait for me before I leave. If I see anyone crying, I won’t let them off!”

“Yes… Master.” David Marrow sniffed. He also felt that he was a little girly today.

If Nana Jensen saw this, he would probably laugh at him for the entire day.

After calming everyone down, the two of them left the meeting room and returned to the backyard.

In the backyard, Beverly Herbert was helping Momma Talia in the kitchen.

Although the two of them had just met, they hit it off very well. It was as if they had endless things to talk about. Even their work became interesting.

“Uncle Colin, are you sure you want to leave? I haven’t had the time to nurse Beverly’s body and help her have a child as soon as possible.”

Colin Herbert shook his head. “After this hospitalization, we’ve come to terms with the child. We’re already used to the world of two people. Having another child might not be entirely a good thing, so we plan to let nature take its course. Besides, Beverly is already forty years old. I don’t want her to take the risk of giving birth to my child at her age.”

“I understand… Has Beverly figured it out herself?”

“Yes, the most important thing is that she and I are happy. Nothing else is important.”

“It’s good that you’ve thought it through. It’s indeed very risky to be an old mother. By the way, Uncle Colin, what do you want to tell me? Is that what you’re talking about?”

“No, wait… Shuang’er!”

Colin Herbert sat down on the stone bench in the courtyard and called Beverly Herbert over.

The two of them seemed to have discussed something in advance. After looking at each other, Beverly Herbert was the first to hold her hand and ask, “Melody, your Uncle Colin and I don’t have any children, so I was thinking, do you want to be our adopted daughter?”

Melody looked up and choked.

“Beverly…”

Beverly Herbert held her hand even harder.

“If it weren’t for you, I’m afraid I wouldn’t have much time left. I still feel that something is missing when I give you the Herbathrive. That’s why I thought of this. Your Uncle Colin and I both like you very much and feel sorry for you. Although we’re about to leave Silverlake, I’ll try my best to be a good mother during this period before we leave. Are you willing to give me this chance?”

“I’m willing…”

Melody nodded. Her eyes were already red.

In her previous life, Beverly Herbert was already in the late stages of stomach cancer. She did not expect her to become her adoptive mother in this life.

Therefore, fate could be changed.

If she could change Beverly Herbert’s fate, she would definitely be able to change her fate of being killed by Ulric Swanson.

She wanted to firmly hold her fate in her hands!

“Good girl…”

Beverly Herbert reached out and hugged her. As he patted her back, he said, “Don’t call me Beverly anymore. Call me Mommy.”

“Mom…”

Tears rolled down Melody’s face.

This was the first time in her life that she had called someone this, not a tombstone.

She thought that her mother in heaven would be happy for her, right?

The mother and daughter hugged each other for a long time, crying uncontrollably.

Colin Herbert, who was watching from the side, felt a lump in his throat. He went forward and persuaded, “It’s a good thing that you’ve acknowledged your daughter. Don’t cry.” Only then did the two of them stop crying.

Beverly Herbert held Melody Fox’s hand and put the jade bracelet on Melody Fox.

“This is…”

“This is what my mother left for me. I’ll give it to you now. When we leave, let it accompany you for me. Don’t refuse.” “Got it…” Melody nodded seriously and carefully put on the bracelet.

Beverly Herbert smiled and asked in an extremely gentle tone, “Melody, I want to organize a banquet to officially acknowledge you. I want to ask you if there’s a hotel you like? I’ll get your father to book it and find a good day. We, Herbathrive, will have a meal together and invite Ken Swanson along the way.”

“I’m fine with anything. I’m not picky.”

“Alright, then the two of us won’t care about anything. Let him get busy.”

Colin Herbert pretended to have a headache, but he was happy in his heart.

As Herbathrive closed, Melody Fox went to look for Momma Talia.

Momma Talia asked, “Has the matter with pasta been settled?”

Momma Talia was capable, experienced in business, and more patient and ambitious. With Momma Talia’s help, she could almost do nothing and only be responsible for producing the formula.

Therefore, regarding pasta’s matter, Melody Fox had already decided to make her a partner.

“It’s not that… pasta is still in the process of going to the market. It will take at least a week. I’m looking for you today because I need your help with something.” Momma Talia opened her mouth and said, “Previously, we even said that we would help you or not. As long as you ask, I will immediately do it. I wonder what it is?”

“I have a friend. His grandfather is sick, but because he can’ t find a suitable caregiver, he asked me for help…”

Momma Talia immediately said, “I’ll take care of him! Coincidentally, the lady boss is back. She’s also very good at cooking. I’m afraid I’ll be bored. Which hospital is your friend’s grandfather in? What does he need?”

“I’m afraid we have to go tonight.”

“Then I’ll pack up and leave in a while.”

“Thank you, Momma Talia…”

“Your business is my business. There’s no need to thank me. If it weren’t for you, Nana and I would have starved to death on the streets.”

“Then, then I’ll get my subordinates to bring you there directly in case you find the wrong person.”

“No problem,” Momma Talia happily agreed.

Beverly Herbert had just been discharged from the hospital and would not leave in a hurry. Therefore, Beverly Herbert was in charge of the logistics of Herbathrive. Momma Talia could take care of Ford Nelson in the hospital.

After making the arrangements, Melody boarded the car back to Manor the Swanson family.

When the car arrived at the entrance of the manor, it was already completely dark.

As soon as she opened the car door, a blinding light shone into her eyes.

An MPV sped towards her.

“Miss Fox! Be careful!” Aaron Berg stepped forward to pull her over, but Melody Fox stood firmly where she was, making it impossible for her to move.

The car that was speeding towards them only braked when it was less than half a meter away from them. It made a screeching sound.

Even Aaron Berg was shocked by this car.

If the car had not braked in time, the two of them would have been sent flying.

Aaron Berg covered his eyes with the back of his hand and asked Melody Fox, “Miss Fox, are you alright? The speed of this car just now…

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“Don’t be afraid. He doesn’t dare to bump into me. He’s just scaring us.”

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