Chapter 721

Astrid’s face turned paler with every word Melody said. In the end, Astrid was so frightened that she trembled and almost fell to the ground. It was only when Astrid’s bodyguards supported her that she could manage to stand. “Also,” Melody continued with a faint smile, “Ramon will be back tomorrow. Are you sure you can withstand his monstrous anger?”

At the mention of Ramon, Astrid trembled violently, but Melody’s smile grew wider.

“You came back today to stay in the manor, right? If I were you, I would be eager to go to the Hunter family and stay there to avoid Ramon’s rage,” Melody said.

“Shut up! Shut up!” Astrid charged at her like a madwoman, but she was stopped by Spencer.

She shouted, “Melody, Don’t think you and Ken can have full control. Let me tell you, Ramon will get Ulric out, and there won’t be any criminal records left. You and Ken won’t get away.”

Melody said without any panic, “I hope so. I’m just afraid that after Ulric comes back, Ramon won’t be deceived by him like before. Please think twice before you want to do anything reckless in the future.”

Astrid was terrified and angry. She was terrified because Melody was right and Ramon would be wary of them. She was furious that Melody was a country bumpkin but dared to speak to her like this.

“Bitch! You bitch! I’ll kill you sooner or later,” Astrid snapped, her voice brittle.

Melody rubbed her ears and smiled. “Then I’ll wait for that day.” With that, she walked straight into the manor.

Astrid wanted to chase after her but was stopped outside by the bodyguards guarding the gate.

“Madam, I’m sorry. Old Mrs. Swanson won’t let you in. She wants you to reflect on yourself in the Hunter family,” the guard said.

“Get lost, you bunch of beasts. I’ll fire you sooner or later,” Astrid snarled at the bodyguards. The bodyguards’ eyes revealed a hint of shock after being threatened.

Melody ordered, “Guard the door well. Margaret will see everything you do.” Her words revealed a message: Margaret had the final say in this family when Ramon was away. Astrid could not be above them.

Melody’s words calmed the bodyguards’ nerves. They thought Melody was right. Even if Astrid regained her power later, they had their reasons to tell her.

When Astrid screamed indignantly, Melody ignored her and gradually walked inside with Spencer.

Spencer could not help but remind Melody, “Miss Fox, I’m afraid you’ll anger her. When Mr. Ulric comes out, you…” Melody raised her eyebrows meaningfully and said, “You can finally tell I’m provoking her. I do this on purpose.” “Huh?”

Melody’s lips curved into a smile. Her brown hair looked exceptionally soft under the sunlight. “Don’t worry, I have my own plans.”

She could not do anything to Ulric for the time being, but angering Astrid and making her do something irrational would be very beneficial to her and Ken.

After walking into the house, Melody went to look for Margaret first and told her that Astrid was at the entrance. Margaret frowned when she heard Astrid’s name. Margaret hated living under the same roof as Astrid who could be so vicious and cold-blooded to her own brother.

Margaret said with a sullen face, “I’ll see her, but we’ll talk about it when Ramon comes back. Help me give the order that I’ll find trouble with whoever lets her in.”

“Yes.” Melody nodded and asked Margaret what she wanted to eat. After getting the names of the dishes, Melody went into the kitchen and got busy.

At the same time, Nyla finally arrived at the headquarters of the Swanson Group. James was the first to know that Nyla was here.

He quickly found Nyla and asked with a frown, “Didn’t Mr. Swanson ask you to protect Miss Fox? Why aren’t you with Miss Fox? Did she ask you to come here?”

“She didn’t ask me to come here, James.” Nyla shook his head and said honestly, “I just wanted to tell you I don’t want to stay by her side. I want to go back to Insterimond.” “Why?” James was very confused. Melody was not a difficult person to get along with. She would not be angry easily unless someone crossed her bottom line,

Of course, Nyla couldn’t say the real reason. She came up with an excuse and said, “There are enough people to protect Miss Fox. My brother alone is equivalent to ten death warriors. With him around, I feel it doesn’t matter if I’m there or not. I might as well return to the black market of Insterimond and play a role.”

“Oh, you don’t have to worry about this. You and Miss Fox are both girls. Sometimes, it’s more convenient for you to protect her than Aaron and the others. Mr. Swanson

considered this and let you and your brother come together. You don’t have to worry about coming here for nothing. There will be a time when she needs you.”

“That’s not the case.” Nyla paused for a moment. She looked at James’s expression and felt even more upset. Why did she feel James cared more about Melody than she did? Nyla had known James for a longer time. They had almost grown up together.

Nyla gritted her teeth and said, “Forget it. I might not be able to explain it to you. I’ll talk to Mr. Swanson. Where is he?”

“He’s in a meeting. If you want to see him, wait for a while,” James replied.

James could vaguely feel Nyla’s rejection of Melody. After a pause, he said, “Nyla, Miss Fox is a good person. You’ll know after staying with her for a few more days. I was prejudiced against her back then, but over time, I realized that she was not what I thought she was. On the contrary, she’s very powerful, so powerful that… you might think she’s like a lot like Mr. Swanson.”

“A lot like Mr. Swanson?” Nyla scoffed. No matter how she looked at Melody, Melody had nothing in common with Ken.

“Anyway, I want to go back to Insterimond more. Or let me protect Mr. Swanson,” Nyla said.

“Why would he need your protection?” James was a little unhappy. He frowned and added, “Listen, you can’t leave even if you see him. You know his temper. No one can change what he has decided.”

“No way. In the past, when I didn’t want to take on any missions, Mr. Swanson didn’t force me.

“Miss Fox is different.”

Nyla blurted out, “What’s different about her? Because she looks different from ordinary people?”

James’s expression darkened. He raised his hand and slapped Nyla. With a crisp sound, Nyla’s eyes widened in disbelief. “James… you hit me?”

James wore a solemn expression. “It’s a light punishment for me to hit you. If Mr. Swanson hears this, I’m sure that you won’t be able to bear the consequences. I advise you not to say such words again.”

Chapter 722

Perhaps because James’s tone was too serious, Nyla was stunned for a long time and did not say anything. She didn’t want to believe that James would hit her for an ugly woman. He had always been considerate to Nyla.

Nyla’s eyes were filled with anger and sadness. At the same time, she was even more resistant to protecting Melody. Not to mention protecting Melody, she wished she could kill Melody right now.

However, James thought he was protecting Nyla. No one knew what would happen to her if she dared to say this before Ken.

“You’d better remember what I said. You can tell Mr. Swanson that you don’t want this mission, but you can’t say anything bad about Miss Fox, or you’ll regret it,” James warned.

“Why?” Nyla asked indignantly, “Could it be that after working for him for so many years, I’m not even as important as Melody?”

“You…” James sighed helplessly and continued, “Nyla, I only said this to you because I treat you like my sister.

Otherwise, I wouldn’t care about your life. I can’t explain the relationship between Mr. Swanson and Miss Fox now, but you must remember this. Be as respectful to Miss Fox as you are to Mr. Swanson.”

Nyla snorted indignantly and said, “I know. She’s his wife in name. Everyone knows about this. But I also know that he married her because he had no choice. Soon, they will get a divorce.”

“Enough. This is too complicated, involving many things. You won’t be able to figure it out.” Even James could not figure out what was going on between Ken and Melody. “What’s so complicated about that? Isn’t she-“

“Stop it.” James’s face darkened. “You’re not in a good mood now. Go get a rest today and go back to Miss Fox tomorrow.”

“I’m not going back to her!”

“You…” James glared at Nyla and said, “If you don’t listen to me, I won’t care about you anymore.”

Nyla widened her eyes in shock. “James? Am I not as important as that Melody in your heart?”

“You-” James was about to speak when footsteps sounded outside the door.

“Don’t speak. Mr. Swanson should be back,” he said. Nyla then shut her mouth and quickly tidied her hair.

She had a little secret no one knew about: she admired Ken. She had thought Ken would be with Janet in the end, so she had long hidden this admiration in her heart.

However, things were different now. Nyla couldn’t help but think, ‘Janet has betrayed them. I might… Nyla did not dare to think too much about it because she was out of Ken’s league.

Even though Nyla knew the difference between them, she could not prevent some subconscious acts that might betray her.

Soon, the office door was pulled open. Ken walked in with his suit jacket.

Ken was dressed in a white shirt with the top button buttoned up. He exuded the charm of a mature man. The moment Nyla saw Ken, her eyes lit up.

She had not seen Ken since she went from Insterimond to Silverlake. ‘It has only been a few months since we last met, but Mr. Swanson seems to have become even more handsome than before, she thought happily.

Ken put down his jacket and loosened his tie. Only then did he notice Nyla’s presence. Confusion flashed across his eyes as he asked in a low and hoarse voice, “Why are you here?”

Before Nyla could speak, James answered for her. “Mr. Swanson, Nyla said she’s a little worried about the situation in Insterimond. She wants to ask you if she should return to Insterimond?”

Ken took a few steps to his desk and sat down. As he flipped open the document, he said, “I’ve already sent people to manage things in Insterimond. We have to give them a chance to grow. Don’t worry and stay here.”

“Mr. Swanson is right. It’s time to train some people and have more core members. Nyla, let’s go.” James reached out to pull Nyla away, but Nyla dodged.

“Mr. Swanson,” Nyla called out.

James subconsciously wanted to stop Nyla from speaking but it was too late. Nyla said, “James’s words are different from what I thought. I think it’s a waste of resources to stay by Melody’s side. With my ability, I can take on more important missions.”

James gritted his teeth in anger, thinking, “Why is this damn girl so stubborn?”

He looked at Ken worriedly for Nyla. Ken did not seem to have any reaction to Nyla’s words. Ken’s expression did not change as he picked up a pen and continued doing his thing.

James heaved a sigh of relief. ‘Fortunately, Mr. Swanson has a high tolerance for Nyla. If it were me, he would have kicked me to the wall, James thought.

When Nyla saw that Ken was not angry, she became less nervous, with a hint of smugness in her eyes.

‘I knew it. That ugly girl is no more important than me. After so many years, Mr. Swanson still cares about me, she thought.

Nyla immediately continued, “Although I don’t know why Melody is important to you, it’s enough for my brother to protect her. However, since you want to produce another group of core members, I’ll stay by your side to protect you for the time being, okay?”

Ken’s hands did not stop moving, as if he did not hear what she had said. Nyla was at a loss and wondered, ‘What is he busy with?’

“Mr. Swanson,” she called out, trying to attract Ken’s attention. Then Ken stopped writing.

“Come here,” he said.

“Oh, okay.” Nyla walked forward without hesitation and saw Ken quickly signing a check and handing it to her.

Nyla subconsciously took it and looked down at the amount on it. “10 million dollars? Mr. Swanson, do you want me to buy something for you?”

Ken looked at Nyla emotionlessly and said, “This is for you. It’s your reward for working hard for me all these years. Also, you can choose a city to live in. I’ll get James to buy a local house for you.”

Nyla vaguely felt something was wrong but did not give much thought to it. She shook her head and replied, “It’s my honor to work for you. How can I take these things?”

“You deserve them,” Ken said. He took out the paper on which he had just written something and handed it to Nyla.” Take a closer look. If you don’t think there’s a problem, just sign it.”

Nyla took it in confusion. When she saw the words written on it, her body instantly stiffened.

It took her a while to make a sound. “You terminated the contract… Mr. Swanson, you want to chase me away?”

James standing behind Nyla was also shocked, but he also felt that this was reasonable.

James looked at Nyla in disappointment and secretly shook his head. He had tried to persuade her, but she refused to listen. Now there was nothing he could do. He had already done his best by reminding Nyla so many times.

Nyla clenched her fists and asked, “Why?”

Ken said indifferently, “You’ve forgotten the first principle of a death warrior. What’s the use of keeping you? Since you’re unwilling to do it, leave.”

Chapter 723

Nyla suddenly remembered the first principle of being a death warrior: never disobey your master’s orders. What she had just done was seriously violating this principle. However, at the same time, she remembered that when she mentioned that she did not want to take on a long-term international mission, Ken agreed and did not say anything about punishing her.

She couldn’t help but wonder, ‘Why is this time different?’ The words James had said came to her mind. Her eyelashes fluttered, and her eyes were filled with disbelief.

‘Is Melody really more important to Mr. Swanson than me?’ Nyla guessed. The answer was already written on the contract.

“No!” Nyla held the contract tightly and said, “I’m not leaving. Mr. Swanson, you can’t chase me away.”

What else could she do if she left the team of death warriors and Ken? She was already used to being one of them and could not return to a normal life.

“According to the previous contract, I shouldn’t have kept you alive for violating the first principle. But on account of your many years of hard work, I’ve given you everything you deserve. Do you have any other questions?” Ken asked.

The look in Ken’s deep eyes was so cold that it cut her deeply. She said, “I’m not leaving, even if you chase me away…

“In that case…” Ken opened a drawer and took out a black pistol.

“There’s a bullet in it, James. Find a quiet place and say goodbye.”

Hearing this, Nyla froze. James could not bear to do it. After all, Nyla was like a younger sister to him.

James hurriedly reminded Nyla, “What are you waiting for? Kneel and tell Mr. Swanson that you’re willing to follow Miss Fox and die protecting her.”

Ken did not say anything. He was also giving Nyla one last chance, Nyla’s eyes were filled with tears as she gritted her teeth. She was always stubborn and years of pampering made her unable to say such a thing:

She suddenly clenched her fists and said, “Even if I die, I will never leave you. And I will never protect that woman.”

Nyla was betting that Ken would not take her life. After following him for so many years, she believed he cared about her life,

“You…” Ken paused and finally looked Nyla in the eye.

After two seconds of silence, he leaned back in his chair and said, “James, what are you waiting for? You want me to terminate your contract too?”

Nyla’s heart sank. This meant that Ken did want her dead.

For a moment, Nyla collapsed to the ground, heartbroken. James did not dare to disobey Ken and lifted her up.

“Take care of her funeral,” Ken said.

It took James a moment to answer, “Yes.” James gritted his teeth and dragged Nyla away.

Soon, they arrived at a remote wilderness. It was not until James pointed the gun at her that she recovered from her extreme despair.

James sighed deeply. “Why did you have to come to this? Miss Fox is not as annoying as you think.”

The death warrior had undergone strict and professional training. They were never afraid of death. Nyla laughed and said, “James, it’s too late to talk about this. Do it.”

“Do you have any last words?”

“Don’t tell my brother. Just say that I’m on a long-range mission,” Nyla said as she closed her eyes.

If she lost the bet, she had to pay. The next second, a gunshot pierced through the air.

Nyla was stunned. She didn’t feel the pain that she had expected but the ringing in her ears. She looked at James in disbelief. His gun was aimed at the sky.

“James?” she asked.

James turned around and said, “From now on, Nyla is dead. I will bury her well.” With that, he drove away.

Nyla stood rooted to the ground in a daze until the car completely disappeared from her sight. She looked down at her hands. Her palms were covered in cold sweat.

It turned out that no matter how harsh the training was, one would still feel fear when faced with death. Nyla wiped her sweat and slowly clenched her fists.

‘Since Nyla is dead, I can do whatever I want now. The first thing I have to do is find a way to get rid of that woman, she thought. Nyla stood on the spot for a while and quickly disappeared into the wilderness.

****

In the meantime, Aaron arrived at the Swanson Group’s headquarters and finally got through to James.

“James, Nyla seems to have gone to look for Mr. Swanson. I wonder how she is now? Have you seen her?” Aaron asked.

James’s hand holding the phone paused for a moment. Then, he tried his best to say in a calm tone, “Yes.”

“Mr. Swanson isn’t mad at her, is he?”

Following Nyla’s “last words”, James replied, “Mr. Swanson has sent her on a long-term mission. I’m afraid she won’t be back for a few years.”

Aaron heaved a sigh of relief and said, “Got it. Sorry to disturb you.”

“It’s fine. You should also do your job well. You must keep Miss Fox safe.”

“Yes!” Aaron hung up the phone. The nervousness on his face slowly faded, but he was still a little disappointed.

Usually, those who did long-term missions were either newbies or members who made small mistakes.

‘Looks like Mr. Swanson is angry. Fortunately, a long-term mission is a rather light punishment. It’s good to let her temper herself over the next few years. With her personality, it’s too dangerous to be a death warrior. It’s easy for her to make mistakes, Aaron thought.

Aaron turned around and drove towards the manor. When he saw Melody, Melody was making soup.

This was a specialty soup with more than ten types of herbs. Her exquisite seasoning technique made it impossible for people to tell the flavors of the herbs. They would think that it was creamy vegetable turkey soup.

No matter how one looked at her, they would think she was an ordinary woman. The only thing unusual about her was her face covered in red spots.

‘But since she is so ordinary, why did Mr. Swanson send us to protect her?’ Aaron wondered. He couldn’t figure it out. Melody saw Aaron peak standing at the door from the corner of her eye. She turned her head and instructed the kitchen staff, “Stew it for a while longer. Put some onions in before serving.”

“Yes,” the staff answered.

After that, Melody left the kitchen and asked Aaron, “Are you sure Nyla won’t come?”

“Yes.” Aaron lowered his head and said, “Mr. Swanson suddenly needed people for a long-term mission. This mission is very important. Coincidentally, Nyla was there, so Mr. Swanson sent her.”

Melody had heard Spencer mention long-term missions. This kind of mission usually involved death warriors lurking around an important person. So Nyla would not return for three to five years. It was a very difficult job.

‘Looks like Nyla has been reprimanded by Ken and sent to take on a long-term mission as a punishment. Melody only thought of this.

She nodded lightly and said, “That’s not bad. Long-term missions can sharpen one’s character. When she comes back, she’ll probably be much more mature.”

Aaron lowered its head even more. “Yes, I have spoiled her.

I hope you’re not mad at her.”

“I’m not. I won’t take it to heart. Alright, I’ll go back and get busy.” With that, Melody returned to the kitchen.

The smell of the kitchen on her body made Aaron even more certain that she was nothing but an ordinary woman.

He thought, ‘She seems a little smart but it’s not worth mentioning. I think Mr. Swanson asked us to protect her only because she is his wife in name.’

Chapter 724

Aaron stood on the spot for a while before he turned around and left the villa. He hid in a corner with Spencer.

“Aaron,” Spencer whispered.

“Yes.” Aaron nodded. The two of them did not communicate anymore, as if they had become part of the darkness.

It was dark. Ken finally got in the car back to the manor. “Have you taken care of everything?” Ken asked, staring at the tablet in his hands as if he was talking to himself.

James grunted and started pretending. He revealed a sad expression and said, “Everything has been taken care of. She’s buried in the Southern Hill Cemetery.”

Ken nodded. He thought this was the path Nyla had chosen herself, and he had been lenient, considering her many years of faithful service.

If it were any other death warriors who disobeyed his orders in front of him and even looked down on Melody, they would not have died so easily.

In the driver’s seat, James tried his best to believe how he would react if Nyla really died.

After thinking for a few seconds, James followed his usual behavior and asked, “Mr. Swanson, I remember that Nyla also disobeyed orders in the past and said that she did not want to participate in a long-term transnational mission. Why this time… Did you have to…”

Ken looked out of the car window and said expressionlessly, “Because I was convinced that she was not suitable for that mission.”

The veins on James’s forehead bulged as he frowned hard. So Mr. Swanson’s original intention was to send another death warrior to the mission. It was not that Nyla was allowed to disobey his orders, right?’ he thought.

James then wondered how Nyla would feel if she knew the truth. He did not mention Nyla again. It was silent in the car.

Soon, Ken returned to the manor. The moment he entered, he smelled the aroma of the food. The dishes hadn’t been served. The aroma was coming from the kitchen.

He looked around and did not see Melody. He walked straight to the kitchen. The kitchen staff had never seen Ken appear here, so they immediately became nervous. Unlike them, Melody’s expression did not change at all. When she saw Ken, she only said, “You’re back?” Then she went back to work.

When the kitchen staff saw Melody’s reaction, they were worried for her. In their eyes, Ken was unapproachable, so she should have talked to him like this. They knew Melody was his wife, but her behavior was still inappropriate.

However, in the next second, they were all dumbstruck. Not only was Ken not angry at all, he even walked behind Melody and asked, “What are you doing?”

“Making grilled crab legs,” Melody said as she drizzled mayonnaise on the crab legs on the plate. Finally, she put the crab legs above the fire until the mayonnaise bubbled slightly. Only then did she turn off the fire.

The beautiful and delicious grilled crab legs were presented. Even Ken, who did not have much desire for food, almost drooled when he saw it.

He forgot about his status and nimbly pulled up the sleeves of his white shirt. “Is there anything else you want to do? I’ll help,” Ken offered.

“No, it’s almost done. Go and ask your grandma to come down for dinner,” Melody replied.

“Alright.” Ken did not hesitate or resist. He turned around and walked out.

After Ken left, the kitchen staff looked back at Melody, their eyes filled with flattery.

“The soup is good to serve. Turn off the gas. Remember to add onion before serving the dishes. There’s nothing else.

Put everything on the plate,” Melody instructed.

“Yes,” everyone replied in unison. Their attitude was extremely respectful. Then Melody raised her eyebrows slightly, untied her apron, and walked out of the kitchen.

One of the benefits of bribing the kitchen staff was that if Astrid wanted to tamper with the food, someone would come to Melody in private to report for the sake of his future.

A few days ago, James boldly changed the servants in the manor. Only the kitchen staff stayed the same. This was also one of Melody’s orders.

If every servant was replaced, Astrid would find a way to plant more people in the manor. However, if a few original servants stayed, she would probably not be in such a hurry to do that.

Before long, Ken helped Margaret downstairs. Margaret looked good, but there was still a worried look on her face. The incident of her second grandson had dealt a heavy blow to her. Margaret would probably not be able to recover from her disappointment for a while.

Fortunately, when Margaret saw the table full of exquisite dishes, her eyes finally lit up. “So many… Melody, did you make all of them?”

Melody smiled and only said, “Sit and try them. See if it’s to your liking.”

Margaret nodded and took her fork anxiously. The first thing she tasted was the grilled crab legs that Melody made last.

The crab legs were cooked just right. Margaret liked the texture and the fresh and sweet taste. The mayonnaise was slightly salty and fragrant after being roasted. The combination of salty and sweet tastes brought the best satisfaction to the taste buds.

Margaret loved seafood. After eating one, she praised it and immediately went to pick up a second one.

Melody was humble, but Ken would not let go of the opportunity to make Margaret like Melody even more.

So he said, “Grandma, try other dishes. Melody cooked them all herself. I’ve been impressed by her culinary skills. Even chefs at five-star hotels want to learn from her.”

Although this was a compliment, it was true. The two Michelin-starred chefs in the kitchen indeed wanted to study under Melody. They had learned a lot of skills from her.

Margaret nodded in satisfaction and went on to try the chicken potpie. There were three main ingredients in the pie: chicken, potato, and mozzarella.

Margaret had bad teeth, so these three ingredients were cooked very soft but not to the point of ruining the taste. The delicious pie that melted in her mouth instantly made Margaret’s eyes light up.

Then, there were chili garlic butter shrimp, fresh oysters, and so on. Every single one of them was mouthwatering. Margaret couldn’t stop praising Melody. “Melody, with your cooking skills, it’s a pity that you don’t open a restaurant.” Melody heaved a sigh of relief and replied, “It’s good that you like them. I was worried that you wouldn’t like them.”

“Why? I’ve been wanting you to cook for me since the first time I tried your dishes.”

“Then I’ll cook for you more often when I’m free.”

“Great, I’ll be so happy to enjoy it,” Margaret said.

Ken said at the right time, “Grandma, the company wants to expand into the food business next quarter. I’m

considering letting Melody take on this project. Do you think it’s okay?”

“Yes, no one can’t be more suitable for this job. She has superb culinary skills and is meticulous and down-to-earth. Since the company has this plan, let her do it,” Margaret answered.

“Then Dad-“

“There’s no need to tell him. I have the final say on this.” Ken smiled. “Melody, come and thank Grandma.”

Melody’s original intention was not to obtain that project. She just wanted to cook a few dishes to return Ken’s favor. But it was a good thing to cut a deal now.

“Thank you, Margaret. I’ll do a good job,” Melody said.

Chapter 725

She was no longer short of money. To her, money was just a number.

However, she would never let go of any opportunity to make herself stronger.

After getting Margaret’s approval, Ken Swanson went straight to the study room after dinner and finalized the preliminary plan.

After Ulric Swanson came out, he would definitely think of a way to recover his power as soon as possible.

And the catering project was obviously a big cake.

He had too many things to take care of. It was best to leave the project to Melody Fox.

His only worry was that she would be tired, so he did everything he could to help her.

By the time the project proposal was almost completed, the clock hand was already pointing at eleven o’clock.

Ken Swanson rubbed the back of his neck and returned to the bedroom from the study. He happened to hear Melody Fox on the phone.

“Yes, it’s a divorce lawsuit.”

Divorce…

Ken Swanson instantly stopped in his tracks.

“The man probably won’t agree to a divorce so easily, so we need to find the best divorce lawyer here…”

“Yes, the woman’s status is indeed inferior to the man’s, but there’s no need to worry about the economy.”

“How soon? The sooner the better.”

“Alright, then I’ll have to trouble you to arrange for a lawyer to contact me as soon as possible.”

After the call ended, Melody Fox hung up and saw Ken Swanson standing at the door with a document in his hand. The expression in his eyes was unclear, making it impossible to tell if he was happy or angry.

“You’re done?” Melody Fox’s lips curled into a smile when he saw Ken Swanson pass the document to her expressionlessly.

“I’m going to take a shower.”

With that, he took a change of clothes and entered the bathroom. From the beginning to the end, he did not even look at her.

Melody Fox vaguely felt that Ken Swanson was not in a good mood.

But no matter how hard she racked her brains, she could not figure out why his mood had suddenly worsened.

Wasn’t he still fine for dinner?

After thinking about it, Melody Fox still felt that he should ask directly after he finished showering.

Soon, the sound of water could be heard. Melody Fox opened the document that Ken Swanson had given her. It was a project proposal.

He had really made up his mind to share this big cake with her…

Melody Fox took a closer look at the proposal. What was written in it was highly consistent with her thoughts.

First, he would start with instant food products to create brands. After they filled all the shops in the country and became famous, he would start to create chain restaurants. Furthermore, Ken Swanson had gone deeper than she had thought. The chain restaurants were subdivided into ordinary restaurants and high-end restaurants. The brands were the same, but the brands of the restaurants were separated by one word… and so on.

It was almost as if he had helped her set the route for everything else after she was cured and the ingredients were ready.

Melody Fox felt a sense of security.

The fear of not being able to do this project well also disappeared.

However, when Ken Swanson finally came out of the shower, he lay on the bed and said, “I’m tired. I’ll sleep first.”

“Ah? Oh… Okay.”

Melody Fox quickly lay down on the bed and turned off the light for him.

They were pure roommates now, but tonight seemed to be harder for Melody Fox than every previous night.

She felt that the air pressure in the room seemed to be especially low.

However, since Ken Swanson said that he was asleep, she did not want to disturb him anymore. She could only turn around. The two of them lay with their backs facing each other, but neither of them was sleepy.

After an unknown period of time, Melody Fox finally fell asleep.

When she opened her eyes, the pillow was already empty. She used her hand to feel the temperature of the Ken Swanson pillow.

It was cold. He must have been gone for a long time.

But it was only six in the morning. Was he going to the office so early?

Melody Fox had an indescribable feeling in his heart.

The drowsiness on her body instantly disappeared. She simply got out of bed and went downstairs to see if Ken Swanson was still there.

Fortunately, after going downstairs, she asked the servant and found out that Ken Swanson had not gone to the company and had gone out for a morning run.

“A morning run? In the manor?”

“Yes. He should be running around the manor. The Eldest Young Master has only run for half a year. He should be running for a while longer.”

“I understand. Thank you.”

Melody Fox thought that she had to exercise more recently, so she went upstairs to change into casual clothes and went out.

“James Deeds.” Melody Fox immediately spotted James Deeds, Aaron Berg, and Spencer guarding the villa’s entrance. “Miss Fox, good morning.”

Melody Fox nodded and asked, “Where is Ken Swanson now?”

“She should be running here soon,” James Deeds said as he looked her up and down. When he saw that she was wearing sportswear, he asked curiously, “Miss Fox, are you going for a run too?”

“Yeah, exercise.”

As he spoke, Melody Fox’s sharp eyes saw a tall figure running over.

It was Ken Swanson.

Melody Fox immediately ran over.

James Deeds and Aaron Berg followed behind.

“Ken Swanson!” Melody Fox quickly ran up to Ken Swanson and asked, “How many more laps do you have to run? I’ll go with you. Coincidentally, I haven’t exercised for a long time. My stamina is not as good as before.”

However, Ken Swanson stopped in his tracks and said indifferently, “You can run. I’m done running. I’ll take a shower and get to the office early. Dad will arrive at the airport at six in the evening. I have to finish my work early.”

With that, he walked straight into the villa without looking at her.

The smile on Melody Fox’s face froze.

If Ken Swanson was really tired last night and was not in a good mood.

She was 100% sure that Ken Swanson was in a bad mood because of her.

But why?

Melody Fox bit her lower lip. For some reason, she did not have the courage to chase after him and ask for details.

Even someone as big-hearted as James Deeds also noticed that something was wrong with Ken Swanson.

However, the two of them had always been a little strange, so James Deeds quickly let it go.

“Then Miss Fox, I’ll go prepare the car first. The weather is getting colder, I’ll turn on the air conditioner first.

The two of them were too familiar with each other, so there was no need to pretend to be polite. Therefore, James Deeds left after receiving no response from Melody Fox.

In Aaron Berg’s eyes, this scene became Ken Swanson and James Deeds not taking Melody Fox seriously at all.

He was even more convinced that the mister had sent her to protect Melody Fox only because Melody Fox was his nominal wife.

“Miss Fox.” Aaron Berg suddenly said, “There’s something urgent in the black market. I need to deal with it. If you don’t have any special arrangements today, can you give me a few days off? I’ll be back immediately after I’m done

Melody Fox did not know what Aaron Berg was thinking. He nodded and said, “Alright, go ahead.”

“Thank you, Miss Fox.

Aaron Berg nodded slightly and his figure quickly disappeared from their sight.

Melody Fox didn’t feel anything, but Spencer clearly felt Aaron Berg’s contempt for Melody Fox.

He hesitated for a moment and could not help but remind Melody Fox indirectly, “Miss Fox, Aaron’s current mission is to protect you. Why did you let Aaron return to the black market? If you encounter danger, Aaron is stronger than me. With him around, you will be safer.”

Melody Fox shook his head lightly. “I’m not feeling well today, so I won’t go out. If you have anything to do, go ahead.”

With that, she returned to the villa with a heavy heart. There was only one thing on her mind. Why was Ken Swanson angry with her?

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Chapter 716

Melody nodded. After shaking hands with Aaron, she turned to look at Nyla.

However, Nyla still had no intention of shaking her hand. Instead, she looked up and asked, “Are you Melody Fox?”

Nyla thought Melody was a peerless beauty who could make Ken not even fancy Janet and would do anything to protect and spoil her.

Nyla didn’t expect Melody’s appearance to be considered below average. No matter how one looked at Melody, Melody was a peerless ugly freak.

‘Could it be that Melody has disguised herself? Or does she use some witchcraft of malicious doctors to confuse Mr. Swanson?’ thought Nyla.

Melody could see the hostility in Nyla’s eyes. She was about to speak when Aaron beside her frowned and warned Nyla, “Nyla, don’t be rude!”

Nyla pursed her lips. Under the authority of Aaron, her brother, she reluctantly extended her hand to Melody.

However, just as they were about to shake hands, Melody suddenly retracted her hand, causing Nyla to miss her grip.

“You…” Nyla immediately frowned.

“Miss Nyla, If you are dissatisfied with me or feel wronged by being by my side, you can return to Insterimond anytime. Although there may be danger around me, these few people are enough.”

Nyla gritted her teeth and could not take it anymore. “Do you think I want to protect you?”

Then she turned around and left.

Aaron hurriedly shouted, “Nyla! Come back!”

However, Nyla acted as if she did not hear him. She got into her sports car and sped away.

She wanted to look for Ken and tell him she would rather return to Insterimond than guard an ugly monster.

Aaron was so angry that his face turned awful when he failed to catch up to Nyla. However, since Melody was still present, he could only turn back and say apologetically, “I’m sorry, Miss Fox. Nyla has been spoiled by us, a group of men. She has become more and more willful. But don’t worry, I’ll catch her in a while and let her apologize to you.”

“There’s no need to apologize. I never force others. If she’s unwilling, forget it. Of course, you too. You and Nyla can discuss it before telling me your final decision.”

Then Melody turned around and instructed Spencer, “Let’s go to the nearest wet market.”

“Yes!” Spencer nodded. Then he turned to nod at Aaron before turning around to drive.

When they got into the car, Melody noticed Spencer looked like he wanted to say something but hesitated.

She massaged her temples and said, “If you have anything to say, just say it. There’s no need to hold it in.”

Then Spencer said, “Miss Fox, there’s something I haven’t said about Nyla.”

“Shoot.”

“She used to be… Miss Murphy’s good friend.”

Melody raised her eyebrows.

“No wonder…”

“Also, Nyla is the only girl among death warriors, so everyone can’t help but take care of her, including Mr. Swanson. He usually won’t send her on dangerous missions. That’s why she dares to speak to you with such an attitude. However, Nyla is not a bad person.”

Melody said expressionlessly, “One’s nature is good at birth. All the bad things in one are nurtured. It’s fine as long as she doesn’t go astray like Janet. Also, you and Seventeen can always leave if you don’t want to stay by my side. I’ll still say the same thing. I won’t force anyone to stay by my side.”

Spencer was shocked and quickly said, “No! Seventeen and I are willing to stay by your side!”

Although Spencer felt a little uneasy when he was assigned to Melody, he wanted to follow her from the bottom of his heart as he spent the last few days with her.

Melody pursed her lips and asked, “Are you on the same level as Seventeen?”

“Yes, but Seventeen officially joined the death warriors before me, so I call him senior. But we’re very close. We usually call each other by our numbers.”

Melody nodded and reminded him, “Look carefully. There’s a wet market nearby. Don’t drive further away.”

“Yes!” Spencer quickly replied. He didn’t say anything else and focused on driving.

Soon, he found a larger wet market on the Lakeside Road.

After parking the car, Melody led Spencer to the seafood section.

“Take the crab legs, about 10 pounds. And the giant tiger prawn…”

Melody pointed, and Spencer quickly picked out the seafood.

To this day, Spencer no longer felt anything wrong with doing the trifles. He even felt any seemingly insignificant thing Melody asked him to do had her deeper meaning.

The vendors could tell that Melody was a wealthy woman, so they began to promote their products enthusiastically.

“Miss! My seafood here is the freshest, and I guarantee they’ll be cleaned up for you. What cooking method do you want for seafood? I’ll clean it up for you according to your cooking method.”

“Miss, don’t listen to her. My seafood here is the freshest. They were just caught this morning and were immediately sent to me. Look, these prawns are so lively…”

Melody chose the seafood according to her thoughts.

“Give me two plates of the black gold abalone. And this…”

The vendors saw Melody was not easy to fool although she was young. Instead, she looked like an expert. They returned to normal.

“That’s all the seafood. Let’s go to the vegetable section.”

“Yes!”

Melody led Spencer toward the vegetable section when she suddenly saw a familiar figure from the corner of her eye.

She stopped in her tracks and said in surprise, “Aren’t they Oliver’s daughter and granddaughter?”

Spencer came to Melody’s side after Oliver’s incident, so he had never met Oliver’s daughter and granddaughter. A trace of confusion appeared in his eyes.

“Who?”

Melody did not have the time to answer. Just as she was about to walk toward the mother and daughter, a figure suddenly flew past her.

Fortunately, Spencer reacted fast and quickly pulled Melody to the side so she did not fall to the ground.

“Miss Fox, are you okay?”

Melody shook her head. “I’m fine.”

The ground in the wet market was quite slippery. If she had been hit just now, she might have fallen.

Although Melody did not fall, her pants were still splattered with mud.

“Let me help you wipe it…”

“No, thanks. I’ll go back and change my clothes.”

Then Melody saw the man who had just rushed past her run straight to Oliver’s daughter. He grabbed her collar and scolded, “Bitch! I finally found you!”

Dorrene’s collar was being pulled so tightly that she could hardly breathe.

However, she felt even more suffocated when she saw the familiar face.

“Robert Downey? How can you…”

‘How can you find me?’ thought Dorrene.

She had come so far and changed her phone number. How did Robert, the demon, find her?

Dorrene’s daughter, holding her hand, was so frightened that her face turned pale.

“Dad… Don’t hit us…”

Robert was Dorrene’s husband.

Upon seeing the panic in his daughter’s eyes, Robert did not loosen his hand. Instead, he increased the strength of his hand with a hideous look in his eyes.

Chapter 717

“You have the leisure to stroll around the wet market. Do you know you made my mother sick when you ran away?”

Dorrene immediately thought of her particularly mean mother-in-law, who could also be called a devil.

She gritted her teeth and said, “I won’t return with you! I told you I want to divorce you!”

“Divorce? If you dare to divorce me, I’ll kill you and then commit suicide!”

The expression on Robert’s face was almost crazy.

He was extremely controlling and did not allow his wife and daughter to do anything that was beyond his permission. However, Dorrene ran away with their daughter regardless of the danger.

“Let me tell you,’ said Robert. “It’s useless even if you complain to your father! You are married and don’t belong to your parents anymore. Even if you die, you have to be buried with me. Don’t even think about escaping from me in your life!”

“No! Let go of me!”

Upon seeing that she could not break free from Robert’s grip, Dorrene could only shout for help to the people around her.

“Help! He’s going to hit me! He’s a lunatic! Help us…”

Cindy Downey, her daughter, was so frightened that she started crying.

Cindy’s mournful cries attracted the attention of passers-by and the vendors.

However, most people were frightened by Robert’s madness. Only a woman, who also had a child, boldly walked forward and said, “What are you trying to do in broad daylight? I’ll call the police if you don’t let go of her!”

“Fuck off!” said Robert, glaring at the woman. “She’s my wife, and she’s my daughter. Who are you to interfere in a couple’s quarrel?”

The woman mustered her courage and said, “Even if she’s your wife, you can’t do this…”

Robert was about to curse when he saw everyone around him was staring at him with disgust although only this woman stood up.

He was so used to male chauvinism that he couldn’t stand it. He immediately rolled his eyes and changed his expression. He pointed at Dorrene and said, “You’ve misunderstood. It’s my wife who was indecent and eloped with a wild man with our child. I was so angry that I came to her.”

“No, that’s not it…”

Dorrene immediately wanted to explain, but Robert didn’t give her a chance to speak. He quickly raised his voice and said, “After my mother found out about that, she was so angry that she had a cerebral hemorrhage! However, not only did she elope with my precious daughter, but she also took all the family’s money. Don’t you think she deserves a beating?”

When the woman who kindly stepped forward to help heard that, she coughed awkwardly and stopped getting involved in the mess. She quickly pulled her child away.

Not only that, but the people, glaring at Robert just then, were now staring at Dorrene with disgust.

It was as if Dorrene was a dirty thing with a virus.

“No. He’s lying. I didn’t cheat at all…” Dorrene cried in humiliation, but her explanation seemed especially weak under Robert’s shameless attack.

“Cut the crap! Come home with me immediately. Perhaps I can forgive you.”

“I’m not leaving! Let go of me…”

Robert narrowed his eyes coldly and lowered his voice, saying, “If you dare to continue making a fuss, I’ll skin you alive when we get back home. You know I’ve always done what I said. Also, if you don’t listen, Cindy will suffer with you. Are you sure you’re not going back with me?”

Dorrene knew Robert was a man of his word.

Once, when she refused to listen to him, he was so insane that he locked Cindy in the pig shed and let her live with the pigs for three days!

Dorrene cried until her heart broke, but she could not save Cindy at all because she was imprisoned in the room by Robert.

Considering her daughter’s safety, Dorrene lost all hope and gradually stopped struggling, like a puppet on a string. Upon seeing that, Robert’s expression softened.

“That’s my obedient wife.”

Robert stopped grabbing Dorrene’s collar as he spoke. He grabbed her wrist, pulling her out of the wet market.

When Cindy saw that, she quickly cried and shouted, “We’re not leaving. Daddy, let us go!”

“Little bitch, shut up!”

Robert freed one of his hands to grab Cindy.

However, just as he stretched out his hand, and before it could touch Cindy’s hand, a seemingly slender but powerful hand suddenly appeared and grabbed his wrist tightly.

With a cracking sound, Robert’s hand bone dislocated, and his arm drooped limply.

“Ah! My hand!”

Robert held his injured left hand and screamed.

Melody took the opportunity to get Spencer to bring

Dorrene and Cindy from Robert to her back.

“Miss Fox? Thank you… You saved me again.”

When Cindy had an emergency on the way last time,

Melody suddenly appeared and saved Cindy like a god.

Today, she was about to return to the hellish home when Melody appeared in time.

The gratitude in Dorrene’s heart was indescribable, and her tears flowed uncontrollably.

However, she was afraid that Melody would misunderstand her as well. She choked and quickly explained, “You should have heard what he said just now, right? I can swear that I’m not what he said…”

Melody nodded in understanding.

“I believe in you.”

Dorrene was moved. Her tears welled up even more in an instant.

“However… it’s not enough that I believe in you.” Melody patted Dorrene’s shoulder and said, “He can’t take you away with me around. If you have anything to say, say it. If you want to do anything to him, do it boldly. Even if you kill him, I can help you.”

Dorrene’s eyes were filled with fear.

“I dare not…”

Melody frowned and said, “There’s nothing to be scared of. Do you want to be bullied by him for the rest of your life? Do you want to be buried with him until you die like he said? If you don’t vent your anger today, even if you divorce him, he’ll haunt you for the rest of your life. I think you don’t want that, do you?”

Dorrene gritted her teeth. She was in a dilemma.

Finally, she mustered up her courage and walked toward Robert after a moment of silence.

“Record it on your phone,” Melody whispered to Spencer as she pulled Cindy, who was crying non-stop.

Although Spencer could not guess Melody’s intentions, he did as he was told.

Dorrene walked up to Robert with a dying expression on her face.

Although Robert’s hand was painful, his words were unforgiving.

“Bitch! You seduced a man outside and dared to collude with an outsider to hit me? Do you want to die?”

“I’m not seducing a man!” Dorrene’s anger had reached its peak. After getting married, she had never dared to look at Robert like this.

His terrifying face in her memory did not seem as terrible as she expected. There was only disgust.

She clenched her fists tightly and said loudly, “You’re the one who’s fooling around outside! Which of the divorced women in the village hasn’t had sex with you? But every time I mention such a thing, you’ll beat me to death!”

Chapter 718

“You beat me. You bastard. You even beat your own daughter! The injuries on Cindy’s body, big and small, were all done by you, her father! She’s weak now and seriously malnourished. It’s all because you always locked her in the pig shed without giving her any water. She’s so little but can only fight with pigs for food! You’re inhumane!”

Dorrene’s eyes seemed to be on fire, causing Robert to be stunned.

Dorrene, who had never dared to be angry with Robert before, now seemed a different person, giving Robert a kind of fear.

For a moment, Robert even forgot to retort. He just stood there in a daze.

Dorrene wished she could vent all the suffering and grievances that she had suffered over the years at once.

She, who had always spoken in a low voice, even began to shout.

“Robert Downey! Six years! I’ve been married to you for six years! Touch your conscience and think about it. Did Cindy and I ever let you down for even a moment?

“You were good to me before we got married, but you revealed your true colors after you tricked me into coming to your hometown.

“Not only did you take all my money to gamble, but you also hid all my documents to prevent me from contacting my parents. You are afraid I will run to Silverlake and complain to my parents.

“After I gave birth, you even despised my figure change. You used my money to keep countless women outside! You even punched and kicked me and Cindy at every turn.

“By the way, your mother]. She couldn’t wait to make me her slave. When I was still in confinement, she made me go out to work. I had to go home and do chores after I was off.

I fell ill all over!’

“How dare you come after me and ask me to go back with you to take care of your mother?

“Robert Downey, let me tell you. I’m getting a divorce! I’ll never go back to that family of yours!”

People around them were shocked when they heard Dorrene shouting at the top of her lungs.

“Having an affair and hitting his wife is already inhumane. I didn’t expect him to hit his daughter and lock her in the pig shed! He’s inhumane!”

“What right does such a man have to have a wife? Are all good women blind?”

“No one is capable of hurting his children. He will go to hell after he dies.”

When Robert heard the increasingly intense curses from the people around him, he finally recovered from the shock of Dorrene’s drastic change.

“Shut up! All of you!”

He roared at everyone with bloodshot eyes, then glared at Dorrene.

“Dorrene Downey, you bitch. You’re dead meat today! I will kill you!”

As Robert cursed, he raised his undislocated hand high to slap Dorrene’s face hard.

Melody quickly covered Cindy’s eyes and used her other hand to stop Spencer who was about to rush forward.

Spencer was confused. “Miss Fox?”

Melody shook her head lightly and signaled him with her eyes to continue recording.

Spencer had no choice but to stop. He had his cell phone camera pointed firmly at Robert and Dorrene.

Dorrene was heavily slapped by Robert and tilted her head. The moment she lifted her face, a trace of blood seeped out of the corner of her mouth.

However, Robert did not feel relieved at all.

“The damn woman has embarrassed me in front of so many people. If I don’t beat her half to death and make her beg for my mercy, I, Robert Downey, am not a man!” thought Robert.

Robert clenched his fists tightly and punched Dorrene’s head.

Dorrene was already dizzy from his slap and did not have the strength to dodge his punch.

Just as Robert’s fist was about to land on Dorrene’s temple, a slender hand suddenly appeared and grabbed Robert’s hand again, throwing him six feet away.

With a thud, Robert’s back hit the basket full of salted fish.

The fishy smell filled his nose. Before Robert could feel any pain, he almost passed out from the smell.

“Well done!”

The passersby cheered.

“Damn it!”

Robert struggled to get up from the ground. He glared at those people who were clapping and cheering. Then, he gritted his teeth and rushed toward Melody.

“It’s you again, ugly freak! Since you insist on sticking your nose where it doesn’t belong, you can’t blame me! I’ll fight you to the death today!”

As Robert ran, he took a retractable dagger from his pocket and stabbed it toward Melody’s eyes.

Melody’s eyes were filled with cold mockery. She stood on the spot with a calm expression and waited for Robert to rush over.

“Miss Fox, be careful!”

Dorrene quickly tried to block Melody, but Spencer grabbed her.

“Let me go. Miss Fox is in danger…” said Dorrene.

“Don’t be afraid. Miss Fox will be fine.” Spencer was confident in Melody. His other hand continued to hold his phone steadily and record.

Robert finally ran to Melody’s face and aimed the dagger accurately at her left eye.

However, the dagger stopped a few inches away from Melody’s eyes in the next second and could not move forward.

Dorrene took a closer look and saw Melody had grabbed Robert’s hand holding the dagger.

On the other hand, the veins on Robert’s forehead were bulging. It was obvious that he had used all his strength.

However, he could not let the dagger move even 0.04 inches forward.

“How… how is it possible…”

Robert stared at Melody in disbelief.

‘How can such a thin and weak woman be so strong?’ thought Robert.

Melody squinted coldly and tightened her grip on Robert’s hand.

Robert could not withstand the pain, and the dagger in his hand fell to the ground.

Melody smelled the fishy smell on Robert’s body. She frowned in disgust and let go of Robert’s wrist.

At the same time, she quickly kicked Robert’s crotch. “Ah!”

Robert immediately covered his injured area and knelt on the ground with a pale face.

The immense pain made him unable to fight back at all, and he almost fainted.

Melody walked up to Robert expressionlessly and grabbed his collar. “Tell me, who told you where Dorrene is?”

Robert’s facial features were twisted in pain.

However, there was obvious panic in his eyes when he heard that.

“No… no one…”

Melody raised her eyebrows slightly. The guess in her heart had been confirmed.

She threw Robert away and took out a handkerchief to wipe her hands. Then, she walked to Dorrene and whispered, “I’ve avenged you. He won’t be able to cheat on you again.”

The strength of her kick was just right. If the hospital could not identify the injury, there was no way to treat it. Then Robert would never be able to have sex for the rest of his life.

For someone like Robert who liked to fool around outside, it would probably be more painful than death.

Dorrene was stunned, then she quickly understood what Melody meant.

However, she immediately became nervous again.

“What if he calls the police?”

As if the heavens had deliberately confirmed her fear, sirens suddenly sounded outside the wet market.

Dorrene’s heart skipped a beat.

In a panic, Dorrene grabbed Melody’s hand and said, “Miss Fox, this has nothing to do with you. Please leave quickly! Don’t be implicated by me. I’m just begging you to take my daughter with you…”

Melody said calmly, “Don’t panic. I was the one who called the police.”

Chapter 719

“Huh?” Dorrene was stunned. ‘Did you call the police to arrest yourself? What are you thinking?”

“Don’t worry.” Melody patted Dorrene’s shoulder and said, “I’ll help you resolve this matter in one go today.” Just as Melody finished speaking, a few police officers ran over.

When Robert saw the police officers, joy appeared in his eyes. He endured the pain and shouted, “They hit me! Police, someone hit me! Quickly arrest them!”

Dorrene felt nervous again when she heard Robert shouting. Seeing the police officers walking straight toward them, she was so scared that her palms were sweating.

She quickly thought of something to say, but then she saw the police officers politely nodding and greeting Melody, saying, “Miss Fox, we didn’t arrive too late, did we?” Melody shook her head and looked at Spencer. “Give me your phone.”

“Yes.” Spencer quickly saved the video and handed the phone to Melody. Melody turned to the police officer in the lead and said, “Take a look yourself first.”

“Yes.” The police officer took the phone and played the video at five times the speed. Melody was not in a hurry and waited on the spot patiently.

This police officer was stationed in the police station by Ken. The last time she went to the police station to make a statement, this police officer had taken good care of her. Coincidentally, she had kept the police officer’s contact number at that time, so she had informed him to come over before she attacked Robert for the first time.

Not long after, the police officer had finished watching the video. “It’s just like what happened in the video. I’ll arrange for a lawyer to apply for a forced divorce for the victim. However, I still need your help,” said Melody.

“Don’t worry, leave this to us.” The police officer nodded. After copying the video, he walked to Robert with a cold expression.

Robert’s lower body was still in pain, so he did not pay attention to Melody’s conversation with the police, thinking that the police officers were routinely asking questions. When he saw them walking over, he seemed to have grabbed onto a life-saving straw and repeatedly complained about Dorrene.

The police officers despised men who resorted to violence against women and children the most. Before Robert could finish, the police officer waved his hand and said, “Cuff him away!”

Robert was shocked and glanced at Melody. When he saw the expression on Dorrene’s face, he finally realized the police were on their side. He quickly shouted, “She hit me, so why are you arresting me? You’re abusing your power! Everyone, judge for yourselves!”

However, none of the onlookers spoke up for Robert. They even took the opportunity to complain about him, “Officers, don’t listen to this guy’s nonsense. He was the one who hit her first. These few girls were merely defending themselves.”

“That’s right. This fellow is simply a beast. He even beat his own daughter! He locked her in the pig shed and let her snatch food from the pigs!”

The police officers had already learned about this from the video. However, when they heard it with their own ears, their expression could not help but become even uglier.

“Take him away!” They did not want to waste time with Robert and directly handcuffed him and took him away.

After Robert’s figure disappeared from their sight, the police officer in the lead walked forward and said to Dorrene, “Miss, please go to the hospital to do an examination, and then send the report to our Silverlake squad. It will greatly benefit you when applying for your forced divorce later.”

“Thank you! Thank you all…” Dorrene thanked them gratefully. “Don’t mention.” The police officer nodded at Melody and left.

Melody glanced at the market’s exit and then whispered into Spencer’s ear. Spencer quickly answered, “Yes.” He then took the lead and walked out of the market with two large bags of seafood.

Melody was not in a hurry to follow them. Instead, she comforted Dorrene gently, “Don’t be afraid. It’s alright now.”

Dorrene hugged her daughter and tears were still rolling down her face. However, it was not out of fear this time; it was out of gratitude.

“Miss Fox, I really don’t know how to thank you…” said Dorrene. Melody shook her head and said, “No need to thank me. Since Mr. Wallrich has entrusted you to me, this is what I should do. You don’t have to worry about the lawyer; I will help you find a good lawyer.

“Also, it’s best if you don’t go out too often during this period. If you need to buy anything, try to use your phone to place an order.

“Your apartment’s security measures should be quite tight; otherwise, Robert would have come looking for you long ago. He probably couldn’t enter the neighborhood, so he had no choice but to wait for you to come out before stopping you.” Dorrene nodded in agreement repeatedly. “Also…” Melody mentioned to Dorrene the business that Oliver had given her. “When you’ve successfully divorced, you can start learning how to manage the business. When you’ve mastered it, I’ll return all the business to you.”

Dorrene quickly waved her hand. “How can I do that? My father gave it to you, so it’s your asset. And you’ve done me such a favor. You deserve all of this.”

“I won’t accept a reward without doing anything; I won’t accept what’s not mine. Besides, you don’t have a job now. Even if you don’t think for yourself, you have to think for your daughter. If you give me everything, what will happen to your daughter in the future? Also, if you don’t have a source of income, the court might sentence your daughter to Robert. I believe you wouldn’t want this to happen, would you?

“Of course, giving Cindy to that man is equivalent to letting her die… Therefore, there’s nothing for you to think about it anymore. Just do as I say. I’ll temporarily return a portion of the business that isn’t difficult to deal with to you. When you’re ready, I’ll pass them all to you. Of course, if you really don’t feel good, I can accept Cindy as my goddaughter. How about that?”

“It’s certainly great!” Dorrene immediately told Cindy to thank Melody. Melody rubbed Cindy’s dry and brittle hair and said, “Cindy’s is too weak. You have to quickly think of a way to nourish her. Otherwise, it will be very difficult for her to grow taller later.”

“Yes, yes, I know. I came out today to buy some nutritious food for her. Unexpectedly, I bumped into that bastard Robert…” At the mention of Robert, Dorrene gritted her teeth in hatred.

Melody comforted her again and said, “When the lawyer is finalized, You need to find a way to gather evidence of his past abuse, infidelity, and gambling habits. That way, custody of Cindy should definitely be awarded to you.”

“Yes, yes! Thank you, thank you so much…” Dorrene was crying and laughing at the same time as she kept thanking her.

Melody then reminded Dorrene a few more times. After exchanging phone numbers with her, she personally sent Dorrene and her daughter off before they got into the car. Cindy waved goodbye to her obediently and said, “Goodbye, Godmother.”

“Goodbye!” Melody pinched Cindy’s skinny face and said with a smile, “You won’t be called Cindy Downey soon, it’ll be Cindy Wallrich.” Cindy did not fully understand what she meant, but she knew that this should be a good thing.

After seeing Dorrene off, Melody, relying on her keen senses, found Spencer at the side entrance of the market. Two men were kneeling in front of Spencer, and both had bruises and swollen faces.

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However, because their faces were swollen badly, Melody did not recognize them immediately.

Nonetheless, based on her guess, Robert was unfamiliar with Silverlake, and where Dorrene lived was a property that Oliver had only purchased in the past two years. Before Dorrene found Oliver, she didn’t even know about this apartment, let alone Robert. So she speculated that someone must have tipped off Robert this information.

When Spencer saw her, he quickly walked forward and said, “Miss Fox, I’ve found the persons you mentioned. These two persons were sneaking around at the entrance of the market. It’s obvious that something’s wrong, so I brought them here directly.

“These two are very cowardly. After just a few questions from me, they confessed everything on their own. It was the two of them who revealed Ms. Wallrich’s address to Robert.”

What Spencer did not tell her was that after these two people were forced into a corner, not only did they scold Oliver, but they also scolded Melody. Therefore, he directly taught them a lesson.

Melody nodded and looked at the two of them. “Who are you? Why did you collude with Robert to harm Dorrene and her daughter?”

The two were in excruciating pain, but they clearly hadn’t completely given in. When they saw Melody, they both glared at her with extreme hatred in their eyes.

The person with the lighter injuries gritted his teeth and said, “Melody, you caused us to lose everything, and you still have the cheek to ask who we are?”

This voice sounded a little familiar… Melody pondered for a moment. After carefully examining their facial features, she finally recognized who they were. “So it’s you guys, Liam and Dan.”

These two were the ones who, despite Wilona’s condition, insisted on performing the surgery. After being exposed by Melody and feeling humiliated, they were ultimately expelled from the Central Hospital by Gerald.

Later, they found Regina to impersonate Melody and got a chance to work at First Hospital. However, when Regina’s incident happened, the two of them were kicked out by First Hospital again.

“That’s right!” Liam glared at Melody and said, “We were later detained and have a criminal record. We can now forget about ever working in the medical field again. All of this is thanks to you!”

“It seems that you’ve been detained for too short a time, so you haven’t shown any remorse,” said Melody.

Liam sneered. “Remorse? Why should we feel remorse? The one at fault is you! If anyone should feel remorse, it should be you! If it weren’t for you, would we end up in this situation today?”

Melody narrowed her eyes and asked, “Even so, what does this have to do with Dorrene and her daughter?”

Liam gritted his teeth and said, “Because her father is Oliver! This old scoundrel was harsh and showed no consideration for us. Not only did he have the police detain us, but he also forced us to pay a large sum to the First Hospital. Now, even getting a meal has become a problem for us!”

Melody raised her eyebrows and found the reason. “Therefore, when you knew about Dore’s family situation, you tipped off the information to Robert. While getting the money, at the same time, you were able to vent your hatred a little, right?”

“That’s right!” Liam did not look ashamed at all. Instead, he laughed wildly and said, “Has Jia Dorrene been beaten to death now? She deserves it! Why is Oliver her father? And Oliver, that old bastard who kicked down the ladder, I hope a car will hit him, and he will die quickly!”

Beside him, Dan’s face was so swollen that he could not speak, but his eye expression was equally arrogant. He was as if saying, “We have nothing left. What else can you do to us?”

“We have nothing to lose and are unafraid. Your people hit us, so we’ll sue you! If you don’t want to go to court, give us 2 million dollars. Otherwise, we will definitely not settle this!” said Liam. “Yes, two million dollars, two million dollars for each person,” Dan mumbled.

2 million dollars was enough for the two to live comfortably without having to worry for the rest of their lives. Melody narrowed her dark eyes. After figuring out the reason, she instructed Spencer in a deep voice, “Take these two people away and make sure it’s clean.” Spencer immediately understood what Melody meant. It was to take their lives.

“Yes.” Without hesitation, he dragged the two into the dark place. The bodyguards hiding in the dark waited for an opportunity to move forward and help. Some went to the nearby area to keep watch and deal with the surveillance cameras, while others handed Spencer a handy weapon. Only then did Liam and Dan realize that something was wrong. They shrunk their necks in fear and shouted, “What are you doing? What are you guys doing? Help, murder! Help!”

However, the surrounding area had long been blocked by the bodyguards in the dark. Coupled with the thick and heavy door of the market and the noise inside, there was no need to worry about being discovered.

Melody raised her chin indifferently. “You’ve had many chances to live, but you’ve thrown them all away. Since you insist on walking on this path of no return, I’ll fulfill your wish. Spencer, do it!”

“Yes,” Spencer responded. “No, no, no, no! We know we’re at fault now! Miss Fox, please…” The pleading soon ceased abruptly.

Liam’s and Dan’s eyes were still filled with disbelief when their lives were completely gone. Even the moment they died, they were unwilling to believe that their greed would bring about a fatal disaster.

Soon, two big sacks were carried out of the alley. “Miss Fox, let’s go. Leave the cleaning to them. We definitely won’t leave behind any traces.” Melody nodded and walked toward the sunlight outside the alley indifferently.

“Unless absolutely necessary, she would not want to engage in such life-threatening actions. But these two individuals are completely despicable and worthless, and their continued existence would only waste resources.

“She believed that since she lived again, she was no longer a good person, so performing such actions no longer caused her any emotional turmoil. However, the two individuals she was dealing with were even worse. ‘So, am I a good person or a bad person? Perhaps there is no clear line between good and evil.

Soon, Melody returned to the Swanson villa. After dealing with Dan and Liam, she was not in a good mood. However, her mood suddenly improved when she got out of the car and saw Astrid being blocked at the door.

Before Melody could speak, Astrid stopped her. “Melody, you killed my brother and still have the cheek to appear in front of me?”

Melody laughed when she heard that. She directly exposed Astrid without holding back, “No one knows better than you who killed Wendell, right?” Astrid’s expression darkened as she glared at her. “What did you say? Say again if you dare!”

Melody continued indifferently, “Since you want to hear it again, I’ll say again. The person who instructed the poisoning of Wendell and used it to deal with me was your biological son. And the person who refused to let me treat Wendell was you.

“You’re his sister… Won’t you have nightmares? The Hunter family should have already placed Wendell’s ashes in the funeral hall at home by now. Aren’t you afraid that he will come and take revenge on you if you sleep at the Hunter family residence at night?”

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When Melody looked inside, Pete, Trisha, and Sabrina, the three members of the Webb family, also looked at her.

If the gaze could kill someone, their gazes would be enough to kill Melody a thousand times over.

Melody retracted her gaze indifferently and looked at Russell, saying, “You’re in such a hurry to ask me to come over so the outsiders can teach me a lesson?”

Even though Melody no longer regarded Russell as her father, Russell could always refresh her tolerance threshold again and again.

Russell was still a human and knew how embarrassing it was.

He covered his nose and coughed. “Mr. Webb and Mrs. Webb said you hit their daughter. Did you do it?”

“So what if I did?” said Melody.

Russell was stunned, and his eyes burst with anger.

“Bitch!” Russell said. “Is that the attitude you have after hitting someone? I thought they had misunderstood you and even spoke up for you. I didn’t expect you to be so hopeless!”

Russell had received Mason’s loan, so he naturally did not need to be subservient to Melody. After giving her a lesson, he said, “If you did something wrong, you must admit the consequences. Explain it to Mr. Webb and the others yourself!”

“There’s nothing to explain. I hit Sabrina because she deserved a beating. Why should I be polite to her when she came to me?”

“You…” said Russell, raising his hand to slap Melody.

However, Spencer, behind Melody, grabbed Russell’s hand tightly as soon as he raised it.

“Damn it! Let go of me!” said Russell.

Russell struggled with all his might, but what surprised him was that Spencer’s strength was frighteningly strong. The more he struggled, the tighter Spencer’s grip became. It was so painful that Russell almost felt his hand was about to break.

“Ouch! It’s hurt. Let go!” cried Russell.

Spencer ignored Russell and continued to hold his hand tightly.

Russell quickly raised his other hand to counterattack, but Spencer had predicted his movements and had pinned Russell to the ground before Russell could do anything. Russell was embarrassed and angry, shouting, “Let go of me! Melody Fox, make him let go of me! I’m your father!” “Well, you don’t deserve to be my father,” said Melody. When Pete saw the scene in the ward, his impression of Melody immediately worsened.

“It’s outrageous,” said Pete. “There is such a thing as a daughter beating her father in the world. No wonder you hit my daughter. Someone as inhumane and uncultured as you shouldn’t have been born!”

“Exactly!” Trisha sneered in disgust. “Since your father clearly didn’t raise you right, and your dead mother couldn’t teach you from the grave, let us show you how to act like a decent human being!”

Melody had planned to leave directly. After all, the Webb family had nothing to do with what had happened to Sabrina.

However, Trisha had even cursed Melody’s mother along with her, which had seriously crossed Melody’s bottom line.

Melody narrowed her eyes dangerously and walked into the ward. “Are you sure you want to teach me a lesson?” “Bullshit! Since you dare to hit my precious daughter, you have to bear the consequences!” said Trisha.

“Stop talking nonsense with her,” said Pete. “Let her pay for our daughter’s disfigured face with her life.”

Russell, pinned to the ground by Spencer, was so frightened that he broke out in cold sweat. He hurriedly shouted, “Mr. Webb, you can hit her. I’ve severed my father-daughter relationship with her. This has nothing to do with me…”

Pete didn’t want to blow things up. All he wanted was Melody’s life.

Pete turned his face to the side and ordered the bodyguards in the ward. “Kill her. Don’t spare her life.”

She was just a worthless human life. Pete could settle it with the police.

“Yes, sir!” The bodyguards immediately responded and approached Melody with a murderous aura.

Meanwhile, a group of bodyguards rushed in from the corridor outside. They were also Pete’s men.

Pete had learned from Sabrina’s subordinates that Melody was skilled and was good at it, so he was fully prepared.

This group of bodyguards was a far cry from the bodyguards Sabrina took to the Blue Moon Lounge during the day. Several were trained as mercenaries and were far more skilled than the ordinary bodyguards.

Those people were more than enough to deal with Melody. Melody thought, ‘The Webb family are the birds of a feather. They insist on forcing themselves into a dead end. I will fulfill their wish since they are so desperate!’

Melody turned her head and reminded Spencer, “Just keep an eye on Russell. Leave these people to me.”

“Got it!” said Spencer.

Pete instantly felt like he was being looked down upon. “Attack her together!” shouted Pete.

Everyone rushed toward Melody as soon as Pete said so.

The bodyguard at the front held a dagger and aimed it at Melody’s heart.

Melody dodged it quickly and turned to snatch the dagger from the bodyguard’s hand. Then, she swung her hand at the bodyguard.

The bodyguard’s vision turned black, and he fainted on the ground.

Melody grabbed that bodyguard’s collar and used him as a human shield. She used the shield to fight her way through.

According to Pete, all the experts were left sprawled on the ground in less than five minutes.

Some had fainted, and those who were still awake had almost lost their combat strength.

Although the group of people tried to kill Melody, Melody had only severely injured them, preventing them from bullying others in the future.

Melody admitted that she was soft-hearted, but Pete turned around and ordered his bodyguard, who was almost six feet tall, “Damn it. Kill her!”

“Yes!” said the bodyguard.

The bodyguard charged toward Melody. Judging from his speed alone, his skill was several times better than those of the people who fought Melody just then.

For a moment, it seemed that even the air in the ward froze. Sabrina felt a chill on her back.

Their disparity in height and size made Melody not let her guard down. After dodging the bodyguard’s palm, she turned around and punched his chest…

Melody and the bodyguard had fought a dozen strokes in the blink of an eye.

“Not bad.” Melody narrowed her eyes. Suddenly, her entire body emitted a powerful aura, and she slashed at the bodyguard’s neck with lightning speed.

The bodyguard grunted. His eyes widened as he stared at Melody in disbelief.

In the next second, his massive body seemed to have turned into a dead leaf and collapsed to the ground.

Pete, Trisha, and Sabrina turned pale in disbelief.

The bodyguard was a border mercenary they hired at a high cost. He had never met an opponent, let alone been knocked out by a hand chop.

Melody stepped on the mercenary and looked coldly at Pete, saying, “Are you going to do it, too? Or will you call it a day and let it go?”

“In your dreams!” said Pete, spitting. Suddenly, he pulled a silver revolver from his shirt and aimed it at Melody’s forehead.

“Miss Fox! Watch out!” Spencer shouted. He didn’t have time to worry about Russell. Without a second thought, he

dashed in front of Melody to shield her.

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Upon seeing that, Pete sneered, “There’s no hurry. All of you will die today. However… I can give you another chance to choose based on our long-standing partnership with the Fox family. Do you choose to apologize to Sabrina and cripple your arms, or do you choose to take a bullet from me?”

Melody pulled Spencer away and smiled. “Looks like we don’t have much to talk about.”

Melody suddenly rushed toward Pete at the moment she finished her words.

Pete was shocked. He did not expect Melody to be so fearless. He immediately pulled the trigger and fired at Melody.

However, when he pulled the trigger, he realized he had forgotten to pull the safety of the pistol. He was so anxious that sweat broke out on his forehead, and then he immediately pulled the safety.

However, a cold dagger was pressed against Pete’s neck before he could pull the safety and fire again.

“Throw the pistol to the ground!” said Melody.

Her tone was unquestionable, and the cold touch on Pete’s neck made him instantly stiffen.

“Honey… don’t move. Listen to her…” said Trisha.

Trisha was so frightened that her limbs were trembling. Sabrina could not speak, but her eyes were filled with fear and anger.

Sabrina was scared she would be the next to be stabbed in the neck by the dagger. At the same time, she hated Melody for having such powerful skills, causing them to be completely passive.

Melody tightened her grip and warned expressionlessly, “I’ll count to three. Throw away your pistol immediately. Three, two…”

Pete gritted his teeth and threw away the pistol in his hand.

Number Spencer saw that and quickly ran forward to pick up the pistol from the ground.

After a quick check, he looked up at Melody and said, “Miss Fox, the pistol is fully loaded.”

In other words, Pete did intend to take their lives just now, not to intimidate them.

A cold glint flashed across Melody’s eyes.

Melody was not 100% sure she could outrun a bullet although she moved fast.

If it weren’t for Pete’s lack of experience in shooting and forgetting to pull the safety, she would have died under his pistol.

Sure enough, being soft-hearted to your enemies was equivalent to being ruthless to yourself.

Melody removed the dagger and threw Pete to Spencer. “Check if he’s still armed.”

Then Melody grabbed Trisha, who was shivering with fear, and quickly checked her clothes. She kicked Trisha directly in the back of her leg when she saw no threat.

“Ah!” With a scream, Trisha knelt heavily on the ground. She did not have the strength to stand up.

Pete’s situation was not much better than Trisha’s.

Spencer took out a retractable dagger from his other pocket and pinned Pete to the ground with a grappling move, making him unable to move.

“Let me go!” Pete furiously said. “I’m the chairman of the Webb Group! The Fox family pissed me off, and you will never get away with it! I will make you pay for the shame I have suffered today!”

Melody said calmly, “I’m afraid you won’t have the chance.” “Russell Fox!” Pete shouted Russell’s name. “Hurry up and let her go of me! Otherwise, I’ll make the Justalion Group go bankrupt in minutes!”

Russell was scared out of his wits at the door.

Although the Webb family had started in the cloth business, they still had countless industries under the Webb Group. The best they did was real estate. Many of the lands in the factories of the Justalion Group belonged to the Webb Group.

It was only a matter of minutes before the Webb family made the Justalion Group go bankrupt.

Russell tried his best to calm down and ordered Melody loudly.

“Melody Fox, are you crazy? Let go of Mr. Webb and Mrs. Webb!”

“It is none of your business. Shut up!”

Melody glanced at Russell coldly and took out her phone to make a call.

“Hello? The Webb family is looking for trouble with me again. I don’t want to see them anymore.”

“Okay,” said the man on the other end of the line. Then he quickly hung up.

Melody put her phone in her pocket and looked coldly at Pete.

“Unfortunately, you’ve pissed me off this time.”

Pete sneered and said arrogantly, “Stop pretending! You? What can you do to us? If you dare to attack me today, I’ll guarantee you don’t live to see tomorrow!”

Melody chuckled and said, “Who’s going to attack you? Killing people like you will only get my hands dirty.” Pete frowned. “What do you want?”

“Destroy what you’re most proud of, of course. The Webb Group, right? Just wait. Your company will soon go bankrupt.”

Pete almost burst into tears from laughing.

“Even Russell can only lick my shoes. Who are you to say such things to capital? If you have the ability, let the Webb Group go bankrupt! If you do it, I’ll bow and apologize to you.”

Melody’s lips curled into a faint smile.

“Then I’ll wait for you to bow and apologize to me, good boy.”

“You…”

Pete’s expression darkened as he called out Russell’s name again.

“Russell Fox! Are you deaf? Get your crazy daughter to let go of me immediately! Otherwise, I’ll teach you a lesson!” Russell was about to persuade Melody again when he suddenly thought of something.

‘Melody can not bankrupt the Webb Group, but the man behind her can…’

With that in mind, Russell’s words that were about to slip out of his mouth suddenly choked on his throat.

Although Russell did not know if that person would do as Melody said, Pete’s attitude angered Russell.

Russell fell into a deep silence for a moment.

Pete became even angrier when he saw Russell was silent.

Just as he was about to curse, the phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated.

Melody said calmly, “Let him answer it.”

“Yes!” Number Spencer answered and took out the phone from Pete’s pocket. The caller ID showed that it was the

vice president of Pete’s company.

Number Spencer glanced at it, then pressed the phone to Pete’s ear.

What the vice president said on the other end of the line was unknown, but Pete’s look suddenly became shocked. Then, it turned from shock to disbelief and gradually became panic, despair, and collapse.

Melody observed Pete’s expression. She raised her eyebrows and said, “Hang up.”

“Yes!”

Spencer took the phone and hung up.

Pete, who had just been arrogant, began to sweat. Without needing Spencer to restrain him, he collapsed to the ground.

“Honey?” Trisha asked in shock, “What’s wrong? What happened? Who called you?”

Pete couldn’t hear anything at all. His mind kept replaying the last sentence said by the vice president of his company

“Our company is bankrupt.”

Bankruptcy…

Unexpectedly…

Really…

It was Bankrupt!

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The vice president of the company had worked for Pete for many years. He was loyal to Pete. There was no way he would lie to Pete.

Therefore, the matter could only be true.

It took Pete a long time to digest this news. Her face turned paler and uglier than that of Sabrina, who was lying on the hospital bed.

He tried to open his mouth to say something but realized he was too shocked and desperate to make any sound.

Trisha realized something and looked at Melody in disbelief.

“What did you do to our company?”

Only when something happened to the company could Pete become such a lost soul.

“You’re not stupid,” said Melody, raising her eyebrows. “Not much. As I said just now, I just made you go bankrupt. What a pity. It seems you won’t be able to use the Webb Group’s name to take revenge on me.”

Apparently, Trisha was unwilling to believe it.

“That’s impossible! How can our company go bankrupt easily? Who do you think you are?”

“Enough!” Pete, who had been silent for so long, suddenly shouted, scaring Trisha so much that her body trembled.

She looked at Pete in panic.

“Honey?”

However, Pete didn’t even glance at Trisha. He looked straight at Melody and questioned, “Who are you?”

Trisha instantly knew what Melody said was true as Pete said so.

Trisha’s psychological quality was not as good as Pete’s. She immediately rolled her eyes and passed out.

On the hospital bed, Sabrina’s eyes were wide open, but she could not speak and could only stare.

Their family had gone bankrupt.

She was going to lose everything…

Sabrina’s tears kept falling.

She finally began to regret why she had got into trouble with Melody, the monster, for a hooligan boyfriend.

However, it was too late for Sabrina to regret it.

“Don’t you know who I am?” Melody said with a cold expression.

“How… how did you do it?”

“I just made a call as you saw. Why? If you still don’t believe me, I can give you a minute to call your company to confirm.”

Pete looked even worse.

She had bankrupted the Webb Group with just a phone call…

What kind of terrifying person had they provoked?

After Pete’s rationality slowly returned, the overwhelming fear immediately hit him.

No matter how unwilling Pete was to believe it, he had no choice but to admit that he and the others were like ants that could be easily trampled to death in Melody’s eyes.

No wonder…

No wonder Melody was as calm as ever from the beginning until now.

She was not pretending to be calm but could do so.

However, what Pete could not accept was that he was an ordinary person without any power from now on.

Melody was right. Destroying what Pete cared about the most was worse than killing him.

“No…”

Under the suppression of absolute strength, Pete suddenly apologized as if he had gone crazy. “Miss Fox, I was wrong! I know my mistake! I shouldn’t have provoked you. We provoked the wrong person. I admit my mistake!

Please, don’t treat me like this. I don’t want to lose everything!”

Melody’s expression did not change at all. She only said calmly, “I gave you a chance.”

She even gave him more than one chance.

“No, no. Please give me another chance! I can kowtow to you and admit my mistake. I’ll do it now!”

Pete began to kowtow hard in the direction of Melody.

His forehead hit the cold floor tiles heavily and soon began to turn purple.

It was not until his forehead began to bleed that he felt a wave of dizziness. He held onto the last bit of hope and tried hard to ask with a smile, “Miss Fox, are you satisfied? Can you let us go now? I have kowtow to you as you said.” However, there was no pity in Melody’s eyes.

“I’m sorry. It’s too late although you know your mistake now. Enjoy your life with nothing.”

Then Melody ordered Spencer to put away all the weapons in the room. She passed Pete and walked out directly.

“Miss Fox! Miss Fox!”

Pete wanted to chase after Melody, but he fell to the ground after taking two steps.

Sabrina was anxious, but she could not move. She could only cry helplessly.

However, it is no use crying over spilled milk.

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Melody had just walked out of the hospital with Spencer when Russell’s anxious voice came from behind.

“Melody! Wait!”

Russell quickly caught up and opened his arms to block Melody’s path.

Melody indifferently looked at Russell, who was once the person she called her father.

She could not forget the words Russell had uttered to protect himself in the ward when Pete threatened her life in the ward.

“Mr. Fox, is there anything else?” said Melody, her eyes filling with mockery. It was unknown if she was mocking herself or Russell.

“Melody…” Russell said guiltily, “I didn’t expect Mr. Swanson to be so good to you. He did help you bankrupt the Webb Group.”

“Is that all you have to say?”

Russell quickly shook his head and said with a fawning smile, “Melody, you’re not hurt, are you? I saw you fighting so many people just now. Are you feeling unwell? Coincidentally, this is the hospital. Why don’t I bring you to the emergency room for a checkup?”

“No need!”

A middle-aged man in a white coat walked over as soon as Melody finished her words.

“Excuse me, is this Miss Fox?”

Melody nodded and asked in confusion, “You are?”

The man quickly introduced himself. “I’m the acting director of Central Hospital. Mr. Wallrich, the director, showed me your photo before he left. I was about to contact you. I didn’t expect to meet you here.”

“What can I do for you?”

The acting director hurriedly said, “Mr. Wallrich said the hospital will be your business from now on. Why don’t you check the hospital’s bill with me if you have time?”

“What?” Russell’s eyes were filled with surprise. He grabbed the acting director and asked, “You said the hospital will belong to Melody?”

“And you are?”

“I’m Melody’s father!” Russell’s face was filled with pride.

Melody sneered and said calmly, “Don’t listen to him. I don’t know him.”

The acting director was stunned before he ignored Russell and asked again, “Do you have time to check the hospital’s bill with me now?”

Melody nodded. “Sure.”

“That’s great. This way, please.” The acting director hurriedly made a please gesture in a respectful manner. Russell wanted to follow Melody but was stopped by Spencer.

“Don’t come near Miss Fox again, or you’ll bear the consequences!”

Spencer’s tone was full of warning. The hostility on him frightened Russell so much that Russell didn’t dare take another step forward.

Russell felt a great sense of loss as he watched Melody go further and further away.

Russell seemed to have unknowingly lost something important… and he did that himself.

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Russell stood rooted to the ground in a daze, unable to describe his current feelings.

“Dad!”

Then Mabel’s voice came from afar.

Mabel ran in front of Russell in a few seconds.

She panted slightly and asked, “Dad, I heard Melody got into trouble and even provoked the Webb Group this time. How did she do it? Has the matter been resolved? I know Sabrina, so I might be able to help you save your relationship with the Webb Group.”

Russell was still thinking about when Melody had become so powerful and when she had acquired such a large property as First Hospital. Russell turned his head and immediately frowned upon hearing Mabel’s words.

“What nonsense are you talking about!”

Russell’s reprimand made Mabel freeze in place.

However, she had no idea what had just happened. She just assumed Russell had been screwed up by Melody this time.

Mabel immediately spoke again. “What’s wrong, Dad? Did Melody refuse to come over and make Mr. Webb and the others mad at you?”

Russell frowned and reprimanded her again with an awful expression, “Why don’t you trust Melody so much? It’s the Webb family’s fault. Why did you start scolding Melody without asking why?”

Mabel’s eyes widened in shock.

“Dad?”

‘Is he still my father who constantly curses Melody for being an evil creature?’ thought Mabel.

Russell glared at Mabel fiercely and said, “Remember. It was Sabrina who provoked Melody. Melody couldn’t stand

Sabrina and her family framing her. She put the Webb Group directly into bankruptcy.”

“What?”

Mabel looked as if she had been struck by lightning.

“Melody doesn’t have that ability…” said Mabel.

Mabel immediately realized Ken must have helped Melody as soon as she said that.

‘Although the Webb Group is not considered a top-notch wealthy family, their words are still useful in the upper-class circle of Silverlake. However, Ken actually bankrupted the Webb Group for Melody. How could he do this for Melody? Isn’t Ken afraid Ramon will be angry when he returns?’ thought Mabel.

Shock mixed with jealousy, Mabel’s expression changed again and again.

Mabel was sure that if it were Ulric, he would not do this for her.

An indescribable feeling enveloped her like a thick fog.

Russell did not answer. He only said, “Listen. Think of a way to get Melody to agree to eat with us for the next few days.

No matter what, Melody’s still my daughter and your sister although she made some mistakes. There’s no overnight feud among families. I leave the task to you.”

“Dad!”

Mabel chased after him and said, “You know Melody’s personality. How could she easily agree to eat and reconcile with us?”

Russell stared at Mabel coldly. The more he looked at her, the more he felt that Mabel was suddenly not as pleasing to the eye as Melody.

“Can’t you do this little thing right? If you can’t, don’t come back!” said Russell, frowning.

Mabel was about to speak when Russell suddenly asked, “I heard a rumor that Ulric was locked up in the police station. Is it true?”

Mabel panicked. She dreaded that Russell would abandon her and take Melody home again once he found out the truth.

‘If Melody knows she can replace me, she will agree to return to the Fox family,’ thought Mabel.

Thinking of that, Mabel quickly shook her head and lied, “How is that possible? Who is Ulric Swanson? How could he be locked up in the police station?”

Russell was relieved and said, “Bring up the collaboration with Ulric more recently. My side is almost ready. Tomorrow, all the factories under my company can officially arrange to start producing the new season’s clothes.

“Coincidentally, the Webb Group had closed down. They would sell the cloth in their inventory at a low price to earn the last sum.

“It is a great thing for us. You need to nail down the deal with Ulric as soon as possible, in case the money can’t flow. Got It?”

Mabel gritted her teeth and said, “Yes…”

“Well, don’t forget to go to see Melody more. Anyway, you’ve graduated and have nothing to do all day. You might as well do some serious work and contribute to the family. You have to learn more from Melody in this aspect!”

Mabel was filled with hatred inwardly, but she could only nod. “I understand.”

“Great!” said Russell, nodding in satisfaction as his mood suddenly brightened.

The Justalion Group was about to make a comeback. One of his two daughters was about to marry into a wealthy family, and the other had great abilities. His life would be very smooth.

However, Russell never thought his other daughter would never be able to repair their relationship.

In Russell’s worldview, no matter what he, the father, did his children could throw a tantrum for a while, but wrong, they still had to give in to him in the end.

They wouldn’t even have the chance to be born without him, so he was the absolute authority.

Therefore, Russell did not care much about Melody’s current attitude. He only thought it was a small matter that could be reconciled over a meal.

Mabel’s face was filled with resentment after she watched Russell leave.

‘Reconcile with Melody? Even Melody would never agree to it, let alone me. Yolanda had killed Melody’s mother, and Melody knew about it. Melody probably wants to kill me?” thought Mabel.

However, Mabel’s eyes suddenly lit up when she thought of Ken.

Mabel believed that she was not inferior to Melody in all aspects. Her looks were even better than Melody’s. They both were the daughters of the Fox family. Ken must care more about her, right?

‘It is just that Ken does not know me well enough.

‘Perhaps I can use this opportunity to get closer to Ken.

‘I must find a way out for myself before Ulric could be released.’

Thinking of that, Mabel quickly got into the car and instructed the driver, “Drive to the headquarters of the Swanson Group.”

“Yes.”

The car sped toward the Swanson Group.

*****

An hour later.

Melody was finally done checking part of the bills of First Hospital.

She massaged her neck and said to the acting director with a serious expression, “That’s all for today. There are too many things that need to be checked. I can’t finish them in a day or two. I’ll try my best to come here every day.”

The acting director hurriedly nodded. “You’re the boss.”

Melody nodded and asked, “Did Mr. Wallrich’s daughter and granddaughter come? You can also contact her directly.”

The acting director smiled awkwardly and said, “Mr. Wallrich said they don’t understand these things. He just let me do it with you. He only hopes you can look after them more.”

“Where do they live now?”

“201 Lakeside Road. That is where Mr. Wallrichused to live. That’s where she and her daughter live now.”

“Alright, I see. I’ll visit them often.”

“Take care.”

After saying goodbye to the acting director, Melody was about to call Ken to thank him when she saw Ken call first. It was as if he had installed a surveillance camera in her brain.

Chapter 715

Ken’s voice immediately came through Melody’s phone as the call was connected.

“Spencer said you just finished your work?”

Melody glanced sideways at Spencer. She finally knew why Ken called her so promptly.

There was no so-called surveillance or telepathy. It was completely relying on Spencer, the artificial communication device.

Spencer caught a glimpse of her gaze and lowered his head guiltily.

It couldn’t be helped. Although Melody was his primary target of protection, Ken was the master who signed the contract with him.

Melody quickly retracted her gaze. She did not blame Spencer.

In the past, she thought these surveillance cameras would make her lose her freedom, but she only felt at ease now. Sometimes, a person’s state of mind changes quickly.

“Yes, I just finished,” said Melody, walking toward the parking lot with her phone. “I checked the hospital’s bills, but only a portion.”

“Why don’t you let Zack handle it?”

“Oliver gave it to me. I had thought about it and decided not to accept it. I think I’ll check it first, standardize it, and then return it to his daughter. By the way, if you know any management teachers, you can recommend them to me. I will send her to class to learn how to manage the industry in advance.”

“I see,” said Ken, nodding in understanding. “It’s better this way. To avoid you taking care of his property for his daughter, who may not appreciate your good intentions and instead accuse you of stealing her assets.”

Melody had also considered that. In addition, she felt that she should accept a reward for doing nothing, so she did not let Zack take care of the matter.

“Oh, right,” Melody said. “About Sabrina’s matter… As a thank-you gift, how about I cook for you tonight? What do you want to eat? Just order whatever you want.”

Ken raised his eyebrows.

“You’re smart enough not to say thanks?”

Melody pouted and said, “Aren’t you going to order? If not, forget it…”

“No, I’ll order.” Ken thought and said, “Let’s make something simple. Don’t take an hour to make the shrimp ravioli like last time. It’s up to you what you want to cook.”

“Alright. I’ll go buy groceries now.”

“Yes. In addition, I’ve arranged two more death warriors for you. One is called Aaron Berg, and the other is called Nyla Berg. They should be waiting for you by the car. Just recognize their names, and don’t worry about anything else. They will be at your disposal like Spencer.”

Melody had just reached the parking lot. When she looked up, she saw a tall man and a gorgeous woman in a red dress standing beside the modified bulletproof car.

They nodded slightly at Melody when they saw her looking over.

Melody could not help but feel surprised.

Whether it was No. Spencer or Seventeen when they first saw her, they bowed to her respectfully, but Aaron and Nyla only nodded slightly.

However, Melody did not care about these superficial greetings, so she did not overthink it after being puzzled.

However, Spencer beside her bowed deeply to Aaron and Nyla before retreating to her side.

Melody was even more confused.

‘Are death warriors divided into levels?’ thought Melody.

Before she could ask Ken on the phone, Ken suddenly said, “By the way, there’s one more thing. Mabel came to look for me just now.”

Melody frowned. “What did she say?”

On the other end of the line, Ken said indifferently, “She cried when she saw me. As she cried, she said she regretted not being on good terms with you before and causing you to misunderstand many things about her. She hoped I could be a lobbyist and help you reconcile with the Fox family. The matter… What do you think?”

Before Melody could say anything, Ken added, “If you want to go home, I’ll arrange it for you at any time. I’ll make sure Russell never treats you like he did before when you got back. I can accompany you back to the Fox family if you want.”

“No, thanks.” Melody refused expressionlessly. “There’s only one possibility for me to return to the Fox family. It is the day I take back all the properties left behind by my mother.”

Her tone was incredibly calm, but her heart was far from calm as it seemed.

After all, that was the place she had once treated as her home. It was the place she had woken up countless times in the night and wanted to go back to when she lived in the countryside.

“Alright. I understand what you mean. However, I’m afraid it was Russell’s intention when Mabel suddenly came looking for me.”

“Maybe.” The mist in Melody’s eyes was unclear.

Melody thought, ‘Russell might want Mabel to call me back to the Fox family, but the last person who wants me back is Mabel. She can’t want to reconcile with me after getting Russell’s orders. Moreover, if Mabel wants to reconcile with me, shouldn’t she look for me? Why did she look for Ken?’

Melody smiled mockingly. Perhaps Mabel was in a hurry to replace her backer, Ulric, because she thought he might fall.

At Cadence’s funeral, Melody noticed Mabel’s gaze had landed on Ken more than once.

However, Melody believed in Ken’s taste. He would not fall for a woman like Mabel.

“In short…” Melody paused and said, “Russell and I are no longer father and daughter after that day, so you don’t have to be troubled. Treat them the way you treat them.”

“I see. Then I’ll go home and help you cook dinner after I’m done.”

“You don’t have to cook dinner with me. You don’t have the talent.”

After a few jokes, Melody knew Ken had a lot of work to do, so she did not disturb him anymore and quickly hung up.

As soon as the call ended, Melody asked Spencer in a low voice, “Are Aaron and Nyla your leaders?”

“Yes,” Spencer answered truthfully. “They were originally in charge of protecting Mr. Swanson’s safety, but when the black market expanded later on, they were in charge of helping Mr. Deeds manage the black market. One of them was in charge of managing Insterimond’s black market, and the other was in charge of managing Silverlake’s.”

“Which one is in charge of Silverlake’s?”

“It’s Aaron. As for Nyla, apart from managing Insterimond’s black market, she’s also responsible for maintaining the black market forum’s system.”

“She’s a hacker?”

“Yes. Nyla is also skilled but is still below you.”

Melody nodded. She did not expect Ken to send two management personnel to her.

No wonder Aaron and Nyla only nodded slightly when they greeted Melody. Their nods were already showing their respect for her.

“I have a rough idea. Come on, let’s go over.”

“Yes.”

“Aaron and Nyla, right?” Melody walked up to the two and extended her hand to them. “I’ll have to trouble you to take care of me during this period.”

Nyla had no intention of lifting her hands from her sides. However, Aaron, with a centipede scar on his face, was the first to reach out and shake Melody’s hand.

“Miss Fox, you’re too kind. We’re all following Mr. Swanson’s orders. If there’s anything you need us to do, feel free to ask.”

Aaron spoke politely, but his eyes were filled with alienation. It was obvious that he was unwilling to be

Melody’s bodyguard.

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Chapter 706

It suddenly occurred to Sabrina, who was almost cornered by Melody, that the proprietress of Blue Moon Lounge had extraordinary abilities and was very close to the Swanson family.

This was evident from the usher’s attitude when she first entered the restaurant.

Melody attacked her, Mabel’s best friend, in Blue Moon Lounge. The proprietress of Blue Moon Lounge would definitely not let Melody off.

At the thought of this, Sabrina was no longer nervous.

She sneered at Melody and said, “You’re dead. This is Mabel’s territory. I’m Mabel’s friend. How dare you attack me? The proprietress of Blue Moon Lounge will definitely not let you off.”

Melody was stunned. She asked in amusement, “Mabel?” Sabrina merely thought that Melody was pretending to be calm and laughed arrogantly. “That’s right. You don’t know that, do you? The proprietress of Blue Moon Lounge is not to be trifled with. Before she’s alerted, I advise you to bow and apologize to me immediately and break your arms. Otherwise, I won’t let you off easily.”

Melody raised an eyebrow. “Bow and apologize? Break your arms? Very well. As long as you do that, I’ll consider today’s score settled and spare you this time.”

Sabrina furrowed her eyebrows immediately. “Are you deaf? I mean you should do that.”

Melody flexed her wrist. “Since you’re unwilling to do it, I’ll help you.”

She took a few steps forward and suddenly heard footsteps outside.

Moon had brought her people over.

Sabrina immediately recognized Moon who was walking

over. Moon had appeared on a few news interviews and Sabrina had a deep impression of Moon.

When Sabrina saw Moon coming over, Sabrina’s eyes lit up and she quickly ran towards Moon.

Moon had only brought her bodyguards upstairs after hearing the sounds of fighting upstairs.

The bodyguards guarding Blue Moon Lounge were not ordinary. Among every three bodyguards, there was a death warrior sent by Ken. Of course, their strength was not something ordinary bodyguards could compare to.

Moon saw Sabrina running towards her and immediately asked, “Miss, what happened upstairs?”

Sabrina quickly pinched her thigh, her eyes immediately turning red.

She pretended to be aggrieved and said, “Madam, you have to stand up for me. I’m Mabel’s friend. The woman inside has gone crazy. She suddenly hit my boyfriend and even seriously injured him.”

Moon was confused. “Mabel? Who is Mabel? And, a woman? Which woman?”

If she remembered correctly, there was only Melody on the second floor today. There were no other guests.

When Sabrina saw Moon’s confused look, she could not help but be stunned. “Don’t you know Mabel?”

Moon shook her head truthfully. “I’m sorry, I don’t know her. But since you’re a guest of Blue Moon Lounge, I’ll definitely stand up for you.”

Sabrina did not know what was going on and why Moon did not know Mabel. She clearly came in as Mabel’s best friend.

However, when Sabrina heard Moon say that she would stand up for her, she immediately threw all of this to the back of her mind. She pointed at the private room where Melody was and said, “She’s inside.”

Moon hurriedly looked in the direction Sabrina was pointing at and saw that she was pointing at the room where Melody was.

Moon immediately realized something and her gaze on Sabrina turned cold.

However, Sabrina did not notice Moon’s expression and said urgently, “Madam, not only did she seriously injure my people, but she also spoke rudely about you just now. You can’t let her off so easily.”

Moon raised her eyebrows and asked with a faint smile, How did she speak rudely about me?”

Sabrina lied, “I said this is your territory and told her not to go overboard, but she said that even if you stand in front of her, you have to bow to her.”

“What?” Moon laughed and looked at Sabrina with interest. Miss, I hate it when people lie to me. Are you sure you’re telling the truth?”

Despite feeling guilty, Sabrina forced herself to remain calm and said, “I’m telling the truth.”

Moon sneered and suddenly said, “Capture her.

In the next second, the death warrior behind Moon quickly pinned Sabrina to the ground.

Sabrina’s knees hurt and she sucked in a breath of cold air.

However, she could not be bothered about the pain. She turned her head and asked Moon in disbelief, “W-Why did you capture me?”

Moon’s face had completely turned cold. “Like I said, I hate liars.”

Sabrina shook her head quickly. “I’m really not lying.

Moon walked towards the private room with an indifferent expression.

Coincidentally, Melody pulled David out from under the table and walked out of the private room.

Melody and Moon met. Melody was the first to speak. “I’m sorry, Moon. I’ve caused you trouble.”

“This is no big deal.” Moon shook her head and quickly scanned the situation in the room. When she saw many people lying on the ground inside, she was immediately shocked. She quickly asked Melody with concern, “Are you injured?”

“No, they didn’t touch even a hair on my head.” As Melody spoke, she had already seen Moon’s bodyguard pinning Sabrina to the ground.

Sabrina was looking at Melody and Moon as if she had seen ghosts, her eyes filled with fear.

At this moment, Sabrina suddenly understood who the Miss Fox” the usher was talking about.

She thought, ‘Miss Fox isn’t Mabel at all, but Melody. But how is that possible? Melody is an ignorant fool who had been raised in the countryside since she was young. How could she be related to the proprietress of Blue Moon Lounge? Something must have gone wrong.’

Sabrina gritted her teeth and shouted, “Madam, have you been deceived by her? She’s Melody, an abandoned daughter who was raised by the Fox family in the countryside. She has been chased out by the Fox family now. Don’t be fooled by her.”

Moon was still carefully checking if Melody was injured. When she heard that, her gaze turned cold and she ordered, “Slap her dirty mouth until it’s swollen.”

“Yes.” The death warrior who had pinned Sabrina to the ground listened to Moon’s order and grabbed Sabrina’s collar, raising his hand to slap Sabrina’s mouth.

The death warrior’s strength was extraordinary. He had barely slapped Sabrina five times, but Sabrina’s mouth was already covered in blood. Half of Sabrina’s face was swollen like a balloon, and she could not even scream in pain.

When Melody saw this scene, there was no pity in her eyes.

She had already given Reece and Sabrina a chance. They were the ones who did not want the chance and insisted on coming upstairs to provoke her.

She was not a kind person, nor was she the pushover who could be bullied by anyone in her previous life.

If Moon did not know her or if Moon believed Sabrina’s words today, she would end up like Sabrina now. Hence, she would never sympathize with Sabrina.

Moreover, it was Reece who framed and blackmailed David in the first place.

“Enough.” Moon waved her hand and said in disgust, “Don’t let her blood dirty my floor. Throw her and her people out of Blue Moon Lounge.”

Chapter 707

“Yes.” The death warriors were very nimble. In a few minutes, they threw everyone out.

Sabrina was the first to be thrown out.

The people around Sabrina all looked at her with gossipy or mocking eyes, but she no longer cared about her pride. She even felt relieved as if she had just escaped death.

Just now, she really thought that she was going to be beaten to death.

“Miss Webb?” The two bodyguards guarding outside Blue Moon Lounge did not recognize Sabrina at first. It was not until Reece’s wheelchair was thrown out that they went up to her in shock.

When they confirmed that the girl whose face was swollen like a balloon was Sabrina, the two of them were shocked and rushed over to bring her into the car.

It was not until Sabrina could no longer see Blue Moon Lounge that she recovered from the pain, her eyes filled with hatred. “Melody, I want you to wish you were dead.” Sabrina wanted to curse out loud, but when she opened her mouth, blood started to flow non-stop. It was so painful that she could only try her best to control herself from showing any expression, in case it affected her wound.

Sabrina had never been beaten up in her life. She had been pampered since she was young, but today, her mouth had been slapped and she had even thoroughly embarrassed herself.

She couldn’t let go of this humiliation. She would not let Melody and the Fox family off.

Yet, it didn’t occur to Sabrina that if she had not listened to Reece’s nonsense and had the intention to kill Melody from the beginning, and then maliciously defamed Melody in front of Moon, she would not have become so miserable.

However, Sabrina clearly did not understand this logic.Blue Moon Lounge, second floor.

Melody looked at the mess in the private room and felt guilty again. “I’m really sorry, Moon. If I had known that they would come looking for revenge so quickly, I wouldn’t have come to eat at your place. How about this? Give me a price for these broken things, and I’ll compensate you double.” Moon frowned unhappily. “What are you talking about? Am I the kind of person who lacks money?”

As Moon spoke, she suddenly started acting again and said with a sad expression, “Didn’t I tell you that I’m terminally ill? It’s useless to keep the money. As long as you’ re fine with Ken, I’ll do anything.”

Melody was moved. She held Moon’s hand and said, “Moon, tell me. What terminal illness do you have? Even if I don’t have the ability to treat it, I know a divine doctor. His medical skills are above mine. Perhaps there’s a way.”

Moon quickly retracted her hand guiltily and said, “Forget it, forget it. I don’t want to torture myself anymore. I’ll be very satisfied if I can live the rest of my life happily like this.” Melody said, “But-“

Moon interrupted her and said, “Don’t worry about me first. I think that woman’s identity is not ordinary. Hurry up and go back first, lest she send people to find trouble with you again. Also, your colleague seems to be quite frightened. Take him back to calm down.”

Melody subconsciously looked at David. When she saw that David looked pale, she could only nod. “Then I’ll talk to you about your illness another day.”

“Alright, alright, alright. Go now.” Moon pushed Melody out anxiously, afraid that Melody would continue to ask about her illness.

After sending Melody off, Moon heaved a sigh of relief.

It seemed that there were some things that one could not lie about. Once one lied for the first time, one would have to worry about being exposed every day.

If Moon had known this would happen, she would not have said that she was sick.

On the way back, David almost cried out of guilt. “Miss Fox, I seem to have caused you a lot of trouble this time. Please beat me up. I might feel better if you beat me up.”

Melody pursed her lips and said, “I’ve already said that this is not a big deal. Don’t say such things again in the future. However, try to go out less these few days. Don’t look for Nana either. Tell her clearly over the phone first. I’m afraid that once you show your face, Sabrina’s people will target you again.”

Melody was not worried that Sabrina would seek revenge on her again. However, David did not have the ability to protect himself, so he had to be careful at all times.

David nodded guiltily. “I understand. I will stay in the dormitory for the next two days. You have to be careful too.”

Melody said, “I know. Don’t worry about me.”

Not long after sending David out, Melody received a call from Ken.

She thought that Ken was asking about Sabrina’s matter, but she did not expect Ken’s serious voice to come from the phone. “Regina is dead.”

Melody’s eyes widened. “What? How did she die? When did this happen? Wasn’t she locked up in the Special Task Force?”

She asked a series of questions and Ken patiently answered them one by one. “It happened about half an hour ago. My people couldn’t get into the Special Task Force, so I just received the news. As for the cause of death, the Special Task Force hasn’t found out yet. But they know that she suddenly bled from all seven orifices. By the time they wanted to send her to the hospital, her heart had stopped beating. Now, they’re preparing to do an autopsy.” Melody subconsciously clenched her fists.

With Regina dead, it would be difficult to implicate Ulric in the incident involving malicious doctors.

Now, Ulric is only left with one charge, which is that he might be related to Wendell’s death. With Ulric’s ability, it wouldn’t be difficult to clear his name.

Ken was silent for two seconds before he continued, “My men found out that more than half an hour ago, Jennie left the house and went in the direction of the Special Task Force. However, I don’t know what tricks she used. The best tracker I sent over still lost her. But I suspect that…. Regina was poisoned by her.”

Melody frowned. “But Regina is her daughter. How could she bear to do that?”

As soon as Melody finished speaking, she suddenly remembered the poisonous powder she found last night. She looked up and gripped her phone tightly. “But you might be right. Last night, Jennie sneaked back to the manor to retrieve the bag of poison. It seems that the bag of poison was really not used on you and me but on Regina.”

Ken asked, “Is that really poison? Have you analyzed the ingredients?”

“Yes,” Melody explained the toxicity to Ken and everything made sense. “From the looks of it, even an autopsy wouldn’ t be able to detect the composition of the poison.”

On the other end, Ken sighed and said, “When Ulric is released, we might be in even more danger than we are now.”

“You’re right. But maybe we still have a chance.”

“How so?”

“Even a vicious tiger won’t harm its young, yet Jennie killed her own daughter. I’m afraid the benefits that Ulric promised Jennie were very tempting to her. If I’m not wrong, Ulric probably promised Jennie to help her expand the strength of the malicious doctors.”

On the other end of the line, Ken’s gaze turned cold. He understood what Melody meant.

If Ulric helped Jennie strengthen the malicious doctors’ faction, the malicious doctors’ power would become his.

This was both a blessing and a curse. It was dangerous for them, but they also had a chance to find evidence that Ulric had dealings with the malicious doctors.

Chapter 708

This was like a double-edged sword. Until the end, no one knew who the true winner would be.

Ken pondered for a moment and said, “Ulric will probably be released soon. I’ll send a few more death warriors to stay by your side and protect you at all times.”

“Okay.” Melody did not refuse. From the looks of it, it was impossible for her to fight alone. She indeed needed the power of death warriors.

When Ken heard that she agreed, he heaved a sigh of relief.

Ken asked, “Where are you now? I heard from Moon that Sabrina went to Blue Moon Lounge to find trouble with you.” Melody replied, “I’m fine now. I just sent David home. I’m going to look for Wilmot to take over Silk Beauty Cosmetics.” At the mention of Wilmot, Ken’s voice changed slightly.” When? I’ll accompany you.”

“Aren’t you busy? There’s no need to come over. I’ll be back to the manor soon.”

Ken was silent for a few seconds before he said, “Then get Spencer to follow you closely. If Sabrina causes trouble for you again, I’ll directly cancel their collaboration with the Swanson Group.”

“Okay.” Melody hung up and said to Spencer, “Go to Icy Clear Cosmetics.”

Spencer replied, “Yes.”

About an hour later, the car stopped at the entrance of Icy Clear Cosmetics.

Melody did not go in alone. Instead, after Spencer parked the car, the two of them entered Icy Clear Cosmetics’s building.

In times of emergency, Melody had to abandon the previous notion that she could handle everything alone.

She only had one life, but God had given her a chance to be reborn. She had to cherish it even more.

Melody also gradually discovered that when she realized she had feelings for Ken, she cherished her life more than before.

As soon as Melody and Spencer entered, the receptionist immediately welcomed them with a smile. “Miss Fox? Why are you free to come over today?”

“Yes.” Melody nodded and asked, “Is Wilmot here?”

“Mr. Sherman is here. I’ll take you upstairs.”

“Thanks a lot.”

“It’s my duty.” The receptionist’s attitude was extremely polite.

Melody won the bet for Icy Clear Cosmetics. She was like the benefactor of all the employees in Icy Clear Cosmetics. She saved them from suddenly losing their jobs, so all the employees in the company were grateful to her.

However, just as Melody was about to follow the receptionist, a woman stepped forward and stopped Melody.

Melody looked at the unfamiliar woman in front of her in confusion and asked, “Who are you?”

However, the woman only glanced at her and turned her head away disdainfully. She turned around and questioned the receptionist who was leading the way, “Why can she go upstairs without an appointment, but I can’t? I already said that I know Wilmot. We even had dinner together yesterday.” The receptionist frowned and said, “You’re different. Please don’t interfere with my work. Otherwise, I’ll have to call security to invite you out.”

The woman immediately became even more dissatisfied. What’s different about us? Is it because she’s uglier than me?”

As the woman spoke, her sarcastic eyes swept towards Melody again. When the woman saw that nothing on Melody was branded, the disdain in her eyes intensified. The innocent Melody was speechless.

The woman spoke again. “In short, either you let me go upstairs too, or she can forget about going upstairs.”

The receptionist was also furious. “You’re being unreasonable. Miss Fox must have something serious to discuss with Mr. Sherman. If you delay Mr. Sherman’s business-“

“Pfft!” The woman spat on the ground without listening to the receptionist. “What business can a person like her have? She must be trying to seduce Wilmot. Why don’t you look in the mirror and see what you look like? You want to snatch my man? Dream on.”

The corners of Melody’s mouth twitched. She could not be bothered to argue with such a person here. She directly called Wilmot.

Wilmot answered almost instantly. He sounded pleasantly surprised. “Melody?”

Melody sighed and went straight to the point. “I’m downstairs in your company and I’m in some trouble. Do you have time to come downstairs and pick me up?”

Wilmot bluntly said, “I’ll be right there.” Then, he hurriedly hung up the phone and said to the higher-ups in the meeting room, “I have something to do and have to go outside for a while. You guys continue.”

With that, Wilmot stood up and left the meeting room, leaving the higher-ups staring at each other.

A senior executive couldn’t help but ask, “Isn’t today’s preparatory meeting for the new product launch very important? What can be more important than the meeting?”

A higher-up beside him said in a low voice, “Haven’t you heard of the news? I heard that Mr. Sherman went on a blind date yesterday. Moreover, the voice on the phone sounded like a woman. Perhaps he has gone to find his blind date.”

“Oh? Is Mr. Sherman finally getting married again? This is a joyous occasion.”

“That’s right. When he gets married, he might even give us a few days off.”

The meeting room was filled with joy.

However, at this moment, the atmosphere in the lobby downstairs was extremely tense.

When the woman heard that Melody had actually called Wilmot, her eyes were like venomous snakes as she glared at Melody and questioned her, “Where did you get Wilmot’s number?”

“This doesn’t seem to have anything to do with you.”

Melody smiled. She did not have a good impression of this woman.

She had just heard from the receptionist that this was Wilmot’s blind date.

Although Wilmot’s choice had nothing to do with her, she was not at ease letting such a person be Shane’s stepmother.

However, when the woman saw Melody’s attitude, she immediately flew into a rage. “I’ll be Wilmot’s wife in the future. How is that unrelated to me? Temptress! Delete his phone number immediately.”

Melody had never seen such a rude and unreasonable person. She was clearly pretty, but her words were so vulgar.

Melody said, “I’m sorry, that’s impossible.”

“Bitch, you…” The woman was about to curse when she suddenly saw Wilmot walk out of the elevator from the corner of her eye.

She immediately changed her expression and revealed an aggrieved expression. She took a few steps forward to welcome Wilmot. “Wilmot, that woman bullied me.”

Wilmot looked at the woman in front of him in surprise.” Miss Lynch? Why are you here?”

Stella Lynch’s eyes were red as she said aggrievedly, “I came to see you, but your company’s receptionist refused to let me go upstairs. Instead, she let that woman who bullied me go upstairs.” Stella pointed at Melody.

Melody was even more speechless. She was not afraid that Wilmot would misunderstand her. She took a few steps forward and said, “It’s not what she said. The receptionist is just following the rules.”

Stella stomped her foot and tugged at the hem of Wilmot’s shirt. “Wilmot, look. She’s deliberately distorting the truth to smear my reputation.”

Wilmot frowned. “Melody isn’t the kind of person you think she is. You must have misunderstood. I’m very busy today. You should go back.”

Stella’s eyes widened in surprise. “Would you rather believe her than me? I’m afraid Mrs. Sherman won’t be happy if she finds out, will she?”

Wilmot’s expression changed slightly. He said in a low voice, “Miss Lynch, this is the company, not a place for you to mess around.”

As he spoke, he called for the security guard. “Invite Miss Lynch out.”

Chapter 709

The security guards were shocked by Stella’s arrogance.

They thought Stella was related to Wilmot. However, they immediately walked forward and forcefully dragged Stella out when they heard Wilmot’s words.

“Let go of me! Don’t touch me!” Stella shouted.

Stella struggled with all her might, but the security guards did not care. Since Wilmot had spoken, they had no reason to let Stella cause trouble in the company’s lobby.

Soon, Stella’s voice disappeared from the company, and the lobby finally returned to normal.

Wilmot retracted his gaze and looked at Melody awkwardly. “Are you alright?”

Melody shook her head.

“It looks like I came at the wrong time today. But… what’s the relationship between you and Miss Lynch?”

Wilmot sighed and said, “Let’s go up and talk. This is not the place to talk.”

Melody responded and followed Wilmot to the office on the top floor.

To Melody’s surprise, Wilmot’s office was like a warehouse. It was filled with all kinds of fashion magazines and beauty magazines, as well as various opened or unopened cosmetics. It was a big office, but there were only a few square feet to step on.

“I’m sorry. My office is a little messy. Feel free to sit.”

Melody nodded and pulled out a chair from a corner to sit down.

Wilmot quickly poured a cup of coffee and handed it to Melody. He did not hide anything and said, “The company is busy with the latest skincare products. I have limited time to look after Shane, so I called my mother to help me.” “Hmm…” Melody listened patiently.

“My mother lives in Insterimond all year round. She brought her neighbor, Miss Lynch, along on this trip. I only met Miss Lynch yesterday.”

“Your mother wants to set you up with Miss Lynch?”

Yolanda scratched his neck and nodded awkwardly. “That’s right.”

Melody nodded in understanding and asked, “Then, what do you think?”

Wilmot lowered his head and said with a complicated expression, “My mother said she’s old and can’t always be by Shane’s side to take care of him. I might as well find a wife to look after Shane instead of neglecting Shane’s school and meals like I do now. Moreover, Miss Lynch is also divorced. Her child was awarded to her ex-husband, and she has no plan to have another child. I don’t have to worry she’ll mistreat Shane…”

When Melody heard that, she could not help but interrupt Wilmot. “I mean your thoughts. Putting aside Shane, your thoughts about Miss Lynch.”

Wilmot’s eyes were blank for a moment.

Melody couldn’t help but ask the question. “A long marriage must be based on two people having feelings for each other. If you only want to find someone to look after Shane, you might as well find a few more nannies instead of a wife. I don’t think Shane will approve of you sacrificing your marriage for him if he knows what you are thinking. Moreover, this is unfair to Miss Lynch.”

Wilmot pursed his lips and said, “I’ve considered all the problems you mentioned. But Miss Lynch… You saw her just now. She’s really… indescribable.”

Melody spread her hands and said, “I don’t have any opinions about her. The final decision is still up to you. But forgive me for being blunt. With her personality, even if she doesn’t treat Shane harshly, her help to Shane’s personality later might not be beneficial. Of course, if you like her after you get along with her for a long time in the future, forget what I said.”

“I know what you mean. You’re doing this for Shane’s sake.

By the way, are you getting along with Mr. Swanson?” Melody stopped drinking coffee and said vaguely, “It’s alright. He’s not a bad person, and he’s not as cruel as everyone thinks. On the contrary, he treats me quite well.” The light in Wilmot’s eyes instantly dimmed.

However, he smiled soon and asked, “What brings you here today?”

“Didn’t I always ask you to manage Silk Beauty Cosmetics? I know a friend now. He’s an expert in managing businesses. He’s professional and reliable. I want to hand Silk Beauty Cosmetics to him to manage so that it won’t take up your time.”

“No problem, of course… I’ll send all the information about Silk Beauty to your email later.”

“Okay! Thank you for taking care of it for me for so long. I’ ve troubled you.”

Wilmot frowned. “Melody, we don’t need to say thanks between us. It makes us seem distant.”

“I know… but I still want to thank you.”

Wilmot could not help but smile. “Alright, I accept.”

The atmosphere gradually became relaxed as Melody and Wilmot chatted about Shane.

Melody suddenly thought of Zara and quickly requested Wilmot.

“The remuneration is negotiable. Name your price. I don’t know if you have time. If you don’t…”

Wilmot interrupted her and asked, “When is the shooting of the variety show?”

“Next month.”

“That’s about twenty days away. We’ll have our new series

on the market by then. I should have time.”

“I will inform you of the specific time then.”

“Okay.”

Number Spencer, standing behind Melody, could not help but feel speechless.

He had heard of Wilmot’s name although he knew nothing about makeup.

Wilmot was an internationally renowned makeup artist and stylist. It was hard for others to ask for his help once, but Melody actually made him agree with just a few words.

It seemed that Spencer’s understanding of Melody was still too little.

For example, Spencer went to the bathroom because of a sudden stomachache at Blue Moon Lounge today. When he returned, he saw a group of people sprawled on the ground. Melody’s skills were not inferior to his, judging by their injuries.

Spencer could not help but be curious, ‘Who on earth is Miss Fox? Is she just the daughter of the Fox family raised in the countryside like the rumors said?’

However, Spencer did not continue to think about it. The death warriors did not need to think about that. They only needed to be loyal to their master.

Since Ken had assigned him to Melody, Melody was his master.

*****

Melody said goodbye to Wilmot and walked to the door, only to find that Stella was still cursing at the door.

Upon seeing Melody come out, Stella instantly became more energetic.

“Bitch! You seduced my fiancé. Don’t you have any shame?” Melody began to worry for Wilmot.

‘If he marries such a woman, he will probably be doomed… Moreover, Wilmota is a nice guy. He will not divorce Stella over such a small matter. With his personality, he will probably keep putting up with her. If that happens, it will be troublesome. I do not know why Linda will take a fancy to Stella and let her marry Wilmot,’ thought Melody.

Melody turned a blind eye and continued to walk out.

However, Stella did not give up. She took a few steps forward and blocked Melody’s path.

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Melody was running out of patience. “Get out of my way,” she said, squinting coldly.

Stella was shocked by her gaze but quickly became even more furious.

“Get out of your way?” said Stella. “Who do you think you are? Do you think I’ll get out of your way just because you tell me so? Do you know who I am? How dare you speak to me like that!”

“I have no interest in who you are. If you don’t get out of my way on the count of three, I promise you’ll regret it.”

Number Spencer raised his chest cooperatively with a fierce look.

Although Spencer was thin, he was tall. He looked like a mountain standing in front of Stella, who was relatively short. His murderous aura made him appear even more difficult to deal with.

Stella’s heart tightened. She gritted her teeth and said, “I wouldn’t have let you off the hook if I had brought my bodyguard today. Tell me your name if you have the guts!”

“My name is Melody Fox. Can you get out of my way now?”

Stella let out a cold snort.

“Melody Fox? Great. I remember you!”

Then Stella deliberately bumped into Melody’s shoulder and ran into a sports car by the roadside. She stepped on the accelerator and sped away.

“Miss Fox, are you alright?” Spencer quickly asked Melody.

Melody rubbed her sore shoulder and shook her head. “I’m fine.”

Spencer heaved a sigh of relief. He did not expect Stella to be so rude.

He could not help but remind Melody, “Miss Fox, you shouldn’t have told her your name just now. Someone like her will find an opportunity to make a scene at you again.”

“It wouldn’t be such a bad thing if she did come to me.”

Perhaps Melody could use the opportunity to let Linda see that Stella was not the right woman for Wilmot. In that way, Melody could repay Wilmot’s kindness.

Spencer did not understand what Melody meant but dared not to ask further. He quickly opened the car door and let Melody sit in.

“Miss Fox, where are we going next?”

Melody was just about to say she was going to the manor when she got a call from Russell.

Looking at Russell’s name, Melody felt that the more she looked at it, the more unfamiliar it became. She was even more unfamiliar with him if it was the case for his name.

In her world, Russell was already a stranger when Russell signed the agreement to sever the parent-child relationship.

‘However, why is Russell looking for me?’ thought Melody.

Melody hesitated before picking up the call.

“What is it?” She sounded as if she was talking to a stranger.

Russell was angered by her attitude on the other end of the line.

“Is that how you talk to me?”

Melody’s expression did not change at all. She said indifferently, “I’ll hang up if you have nothing else.”

“Don’t…” Russell panicked on the other end of the line. He quickly softened his tone and said, “Come to First Hospital now. I’m in the VIP ward on the ninth floor of the Inpatient Department.”

“Are you sick?” asked Melody, stunned.

Russell stuttered. Finally, he clicked his tongue and said, “Anyway, come over quickly! I’ll give you half an hour.”

Russell had cut off the call before Melody could speak.

Her call was on speaker. Spencer, who was in the driver’s seat, couldn’t help but turn around and ask, “Miss Fox, are you going to First Hospital?”

Melody hesitated and said, “Let’s go there.”

She did not want to push Russell too far before he officially entered her trap.

‘If something happens to Russell, his assets will fall into Mabel’s hands first, which will cause a lot of trouble.

Thinking of that, Melody urged, “Drive faster.”

“Yes!”

Inpatient Department, First Hospital.

After hanging up, Russell turned around and returned to the ward. He immediately put on a flattering smile and said to the angry couple by the bed, “Mr. Webb, Mrs. Webb, please calm down. She’ll be here soon.”

“It better be!” Trisha Webb gritted her teeth and said, “Sabrina is the apple in my eyes. Melody, your daughter, dares to hit her. She has to be prepared to bear the wrath of the Webb family!”

Sabrina wanted to scold as well on the bed, but her mouth was smashed, and her face was bandaged. She could not make a sound, leaving only her eyes glaring at Russell.

Russell quickly apologized. “It’s all my daughter’s fault. She’ll soon come over to apologize to Sabrina, your daughter.

As Russell spoke, he changed the topic and said, “But… did Melody hit Sabrina? Is there a misunderstanding?

Although Melody was arrogant, Russell knew fully well that Melody was not a heinous person. If Sabrina hadn’t done something that annoyed Melody, Melody would never have taken the initiative to attack Sabrina.

Pete Webb, the chairman, snorted coldly and questioned with a livid expression, “Misunderstanding? Are you saying we wronged Melody? Or did we deliberately slap Sabrina’s face like this to teach your daughter a lesson?”

Russell quickly waved his hands. “No, of course not. I was wondering… if you might have gotten the wrong person?”

“Enough!” Pete interrupted Russell coldly. “I think you just want to side with your daughter. Since that’s the case, the Webb Group will no longer provide any fabric to the Justalion Group.”

“Don’t…” Russell’s heart tightened. He quickly tried to salvage the situation. “Melody has long since the father- daughter relationship with me. It’s because she’s usually too naughty that I kicked her out of the home. But don’t worry. I’ll teach her a lesson on your behalf when she comes. Please don’t be mad, or you’ll hurt yourself.”

The Webb Group was in the fabric business. Every year, the Justalion Group needed the Webb Group to provide a large amount of fabric to make clothes.

The fabrics of the Webb Group were well-known in the industry for their high quality and low price. Without the Webb Group’s fabric, the Justalion Group would have to significantly raise the cost of making ready-to-wear clothing. Russell could not afford to offend the Webb family.

The more Russell apologized, the angrier he became.

‘Melody, the damned jinx. You had cut ties with me but still harm me. You do live up to the title of being a jinx! If I had known this would happen, I would have drowned you when you were born!’ thought Russell.

Pete observed Russell’s expression. Seeing that Russell did not intend to side with Melody, his awful expression eased a little.

Soon, the footsteps sounded in the corridor.

“Excuse me, is Russell Fox in this ward?”

Russell immediately recognized Melody’s voice. He quickly walked out to greet Melody. “I’m here! Come over!”

Melody sized Russell up as she walked toward him.

Melody slowly frowned when she saw Russell was in good spirits, and there was no obvious injury on his body.

“You’re not sick?”

“Damn it! Do you want me to get sick?” Russell scolded.

Melody was already used to it. She asked indifferently, “Then why did you ask me to come here?”

Her gaze swept into the ward as she spoke.

Melody understood everything when she saw Sabrina lying on the bed with the bandages all over her face.

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Chapter 701

“Don’t worry. I’ll bring David back safely.”

Talia nodded, watching anxiously as Melody got into the car and drove off.

As Melody settled into the car, she recalled that David used to jokingly call Talia “Momma Talia” and referred to Melody as “Boss.” It was probably why the caller had targeted her and Talia. Thankfully, he had contacted her immediately, allowing her to respond quickly and head straight to Lose Demon Nightclub.

Once in the car, Melody instructed Spencer to drive to the nightclub while she opened her laptop. Using her hacking skills, she quickly identified the caller. His name was Reece Graham, the owner of the bar. Though his background was unremarkable, his girlfriend, Sabrina Webb, was the

daughter of the Webb Group’s chairman, a company with ties to the Swanson Group.

Melody remembered that Sabrina had once been close to Mabel. In her previous life, Sabrina had visited a few times, always bossing her around.

Considering the Webb family’s relationship with the

Swanson Group, Melody hesitated before calling Ken. She explained the situation with Janet to Ken and then mentioned Sabrina.

“You don’t need to worry about her,” Ken replied. “Handle things as you see fit. The Webb Group is small. If she causes you trouble, I can end our partnership with them.”

Ken had the power to do so.

Melody felt relieved. “Alright, I won’t let their relationship with Swanson affect my actions.”

“Good. Be careful. Take Spencer with you.”

“Okay.”

After the call, James, who had overheard the conversation, looked at Ken curiously.

Ken noticed and raised an eyebrow. “What?”

James hesitated before asking, “Do you want to go check on things yourself?”

“There’s no need.”

James was puzzled. ‘But doesn’t Mr. Ken like Miss Fox? Shouldn’t he be worried?’

Ken, seemingly reading James’s thoughts, answered calmly, “It would take me 50 minutes to get there. By the time I arrived, she would have already handled the situation.”

He trusted Melody’s abilities. If the threat had been more serious, he would have rushed over without hesitation. His priority now was to deal with the Webb Group.

Ken closed the contract he was reviewing and instructed, “Transfer all information on the Webb Group’s projects to me immediately.”

“Yes, sir!” James quickly complied.

****

Thanks to Spencer’s skilled driving, they arrived at Lose Demon Nightclub in under 15 minutes.

As they approached, Melody gave instructions. “Follow my lead. When you see an opportunity, get David out first. Don’t worry about me. I can take care of myself.”

“Yes, Miss Fox,” Spencer responded, nodding quickly.

It was still early, so the bar was quiet. As soon as Melody entered, she spotted David tied up with a rag stuffed in his mouth. His eyes widened in alarm when he saw her, and though he was gagged, his muffled sounds were clear. He wanted her to leave him and get out.

Melody frowned but ignored David’s pleas, quickly assessing his condition. Aside from a swollen face and a few bruises, he seemed unharmed, which eased her worry.

“Boss! She’s here!” a loud voice called out, and a tall, lanky young man appeared from a side door. He wore a punk-style outfit, but his roguish demeanor made him seem untrustworthy despite his decent looks.

Melody compared him to the information she had dug up. This was Reece. But seeing him in person, she felt a strange sense of familiarity, as if they had crossed paths before.

Reece seemed to recognize her too. His expression darkened. “It’s you!”

‘Have we met before, Melody thought. Melody hesitated, unsure. “You are?”

“You’re the bitch who beat up Zane and our guys at the barbecue shop! Did you forget?” Reece stepped closer, eyes burning with anger, ready to pounce on her.

Melody finally remembered. He was a friend of Nana Jensen’s son. No wonder he seemed familiar.

But with David still in his grasp, Melody kept her composure. She smiled calmly and said, “So, we’re all friends. This is just a misunderstanding. How much was that bottle of wine my friend broke? I can pay you double.”

She was well-off now, with assets totaling over millions of dollars. If money could solve the problem, there was no need for violence.

“Friend? You dislocated my hand that day, and it still hasn’t fully healed. Now you want to play nice?” Reece spat on the ground, his eyes full of contempt.

Melody didn’t flinch. “That incident was my fault, but it’s separate from what happened today. My friend had nothing to do with our past. I believe you’re someone who knows how to separate personal and business matters. If you have an issue with me, let’s settle it, and leave my friend out of it.”

Reece pulled up a chair and sat down, sizing her up with increasing disdain. None of her clothes were branded, which only made him more contemptuous.

“I don’t think you can afford to pay for that wine. But if you want to settle this, there’s a way.”

When Reece said this, his men immediately understood and closed the door behind them. Melody didn’t show any fear as she smiled and said, “Mr. Graham, name a number. Perhaps I can afford it.”

Reece sneered at her, then as if something just occurred to him, he said, “You can’t afford the wine but there is another way to resolve the matter.”

Melody asked patiently, “And how do you suggest we resolve this?”

Reece’s lips curled into a greedy smirk. “Simple. If you can get Zara to spend the day with me, I’ll let it all slide. No need to pay for the wine, and we’ll call it even. What do you say?”

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Melody’s lips twitched, but the smile didn’t reach her eyes.

“Mr. Graham, your joke isn’t amusing. Let’s focus on the price of that wine. If doubling the compensation isn’t enough, I can pay you ten times the amount.”

“Ten times? Ha!”

Reece laughed mockingly. “That bottle was a collector’s item, worth 180 thousand dollars. You say you’ll pay ten times that? You couldn’t even afford a tenth of it! So, stop wasting time and get Zara here, or don’t even think about leaving with your friend!

“And don’t think you’re tough just because you can fight. Last time, we weren’t prepared, but today, my men are all professionals. Don’t make things worse for yourself.”

Reece paused, then added, “You beat up more than just me last time. If I wanted, I could call the others, and they’d love to deal with you, especially Zane. He’s been itching for revenge. You’d better think carefully before you refuse calling Zara.

At that, Melody couldn’t help but laugh.

Reece’s expression darkened. “What’s so funny?”

Melody tugged at her sleeves and said calmly, “Reece, you’re close with Zane, right? He’s in police custody, awaiting trial. Don’t you know?”

Reece’s face froze. “That’s impossible!”

Melody shrugged. “If you don’t believe me, ask around. You’ll find out that Zane’s in jail.”

Reece didn’t believe it and quickly called one of Zane’s close friends. After a few questions, he learned the truth. Zane had gone to where Melody worked to cause trouble, but instead of teaching her a lesson, he got himself and his mother arrested. They’d even been kicked out of the Jensen family.

“Damn it! How dare you put my bro in jail!”

Melody spoke slowly, “Don’t get it twisted. I didn’t do anything to him. He brought it on himself. Now, I’ll ask one last time. Will you accept ten times the compensation?”

Just then, David managed to spit out the cloth gagging him.

“Miss Fox, don’t be fooled! I didn’t break that bottle of wine. Reece did it himself and tried to frame me!”

“I see.” Melody looked at Reece coldly. “In that case, I don’t owe you a dime. Now untie my friend, or I won’t be so polite.”

Melody had tried reasoning with Reece because she didn’t want to resort to violence, assuming David might have been at fault. But now, knowing David wasn’t to blame, she felt no need to hold back.

Reece, however, burst out laughing as if he’d heard the funniest joke. “Listen to this, boys! This ugly freak thinks you’re all just decorations! Ha.”

Melody’s eyes narrowed.

“You refuse to see reason.”

“Do you want me to beat some sense into you? Fine, have it your way. Boys, get her!”

At his command, a group of thugs rushed toward Melody.

Spencer stepped in front of her. “Miss Fox, let me handle this. No need to dirty your hands.”

“Alright, I’ll leave it to you. I’ll get David.”

“Yes, ma’am.”

As soon as Spencer finished speaking, the thugs attacked. But he didn’t take them seriously. In under two minutes, all 20 of them were on the ground, groaning in pain,

completely incapacitated.

“Damn it!”

Reece hadn’t taken the skinny Spencer seriously at first, but

now he was furious seeing how easily his men were defeated.

“Get up, you useless idiots! Fight back!”

“Huh?” Spencer’s eyes flashed with cold, sharp intent.

Reece shuddered, finally sensing danger.

“You, stay away.”

Suddenly, Reece’s eyes landed on David, still tied to a chair. A sinister idea crossed his mind. He could use David as a hostage.

But as Reece took a step forward, he tripped over a foot that suddenly extended in his path.

With a loud thud, Reece fell face-first onto the floor.

“Ah!” he screamed in pain, instinctively looking up at who had tripped him.

Before he could fully register what happened, a foot pressed down on his back, pinning him to the ground.

“Ah!!!” Reece screamed again, feeling as though his spine had been shattered. The pain was unbearable, and tears welled up in his eyes.

Melody looked down at him, her expression cold and unfeeling.

With one foot on his back, she leaned down and stared at Reece’s flushed face. “I warned you not to refuse a reasonable offer. Why didn’t you listen?”

Reece tried to curse, but before he could, Melody continued, “Since my friend didn’t break the wine, we’ll be leaving now. Consider this a small lesson. If we meet again, I’ll make sure you’re unable to stand for the rest of your life.”

“You.”

“Hmm?” Melody pressed down harder with her foot. “Are you still not convinced?”

Reece was in so much pain that cold sweat covered his forehead. He was terrified Melody would actually crush him. Trembling, he stammered, “I’m convinced. It’s my fault. Just take your friend and go. No need to pay!”

“And do I still need to call Zara over?”

“No, no! Just go!”

Satisfied, Melody lifted her foot and signaled Spencer to untie David. Together, they headed for the door.

But just as they reached it, Reece, struggling to his feet, shouted after them, “I won’t let you get away with this! My girlfriend is the daughter of the Webb Group. Just you wait. I’ll make you pay!”

His voice dripped with venom, like a snake ready to strike.

Hearing this, Melody paused and turned back to face him, her expression indifferent.

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When Reece saw Melody’s cold, emotionless eyes, his whole body tensed up. He shuddered, pulled his neck in, and quickly retreated to the private room.

Melody sneered in disdain, ignoring Reece, and led David out of the bar.

Outside, David looked at the sign of the Lose Demon Nightclub and then up at the bright sunlight. It felt like he had been through a lifetime.

“Miss Fox,” he mumbled, hanging his head in shame. “I’m sorry. I’ve caused you trouble again.”

He had heard Reece mention the daughter of the Webb Group. Although David didn’t know much about them, he could tell she wasn’t someone to take lightly. He felt guilty.

But just as David braced himself for Melody’s scolding, she asked with concern, “Have you eaten?”

David was taken aback and shook his head instinctively. No.”

“Not even breakfast?”

“I didn’t eat.”

Melody sighed. Realizing it was lunchtime, she simply said, “Let’s grab some lunch nearby first. We can talk after we eat.”

David nodded obediently and followed behind Melody.

*****

Meanwhile, in a high-end restaurant, a group of well-

dressed socialites was enjoying an elegant meal. Mabel sat at the center, surrounded by compliments and flattery. “Mabel, I always knew you’d marry into a wealthy family. Once you become the Swanson family’s daughter-in-law, don’t forget us!”

“Yes, Mabel. My family’s business deal with the Swanson Group is still pending. I’ll be counting on you!”

Though Mabel felt pleased with the attention, she tried to remain composed. “It’s too early to talk about that.”

“Too early? You’re the first girlfriend Mr. Ulric has acknowledged publicly. Who else could be the future Mrs. Swanson?”

Mabel couldn’t help but feel smug, but a lingering unease gnawed at her.

Ulric had been detained by the police for investigation and hadn’t been released yet. The Swanson family had kept the news under wraps, so no one knew. But if Ulric didn’t get out soon, the truth would eventually spread, and the flattery would vanish.

Mabel’s emotions were conflicted. Pride mingled with anxiety.

Just then, one of the socialites spoke with a sly smile, Mabel, I heard your mother passed away in prison. It’s tragic, but seeing you here with us, I’m a bit relieved. When the funeral date is set, I’ll be there to help.”

At the mention of Mabel’s mother, Yolanda, everyone suddenly remembered her imprisonment. Even in death, this was a stain on Mabel’s life.

Mabel’s smile faltered.

She shot a glare at the woman who had spoken. As her best friend,” this woman had once had feelings for Ulric, so Mabel suspected she was speaking out of jealousy.

Though they called each other friends, none of them wanted to be overshadowed.

Mabel clenched her teeth, then quickly put on a sorrowful expression. “My mother was framed by my stepsister and sent to prison. She was depressed and fell ill. Sabrina, do you really need to bring up my pain to feel good?” The woman, Sabrina, frowned and forced a smile. “Mabel, you misunderstood me. I’m just concerned about you.” Mabel didn’t respond, giving Sabrina a cold stare instead.

Sabrina awkwardly continued, “So your mother was killed by your sister? How awful!”

Rumors about Yolanda’s imprisonment were rampant, with the most common one being that Yolanda had tried to harm Maria and was arrested for it.

Hearing Mabel’s words, no one dared to contradict her, especially not with Ulric involved. They all joined in criticizing Melody.

Only then did Mabel’s mood improve, but she still pretended to be sad. “That sister of mine, if you ever run into her, steer clear. She’s not easy to deal with. If she was, my mother wouldn’t have died because of her.”

Just as Sabrina was about to comment, her phone rang.

“Sorry, I need to take this.”

She got up and left the room.

On the other end, Reece exaggerated his encounter with Melody, detailing how she had beaten him up. “I told her you’re my girlfriend, but she said you’re nothing. I can’t stand it, but I can’t beat her either. I’ve got someone following her. Sabrina, you’ve got to stand up for me!”

Back in the private room, the conversation shifted as soon as Mabel left.

One of the young women, eager to curry favor, whispered, Did you hear? Her boyfriend’s just a thug, not at all respectable.”

“A thug? Was that him on the phone just now?”

“She didn’t even answer it in front of us. Must be.”

“Tsk, I thought she had high standards. Turns out she’s nothing special.”

“How ridiculous. She’s dating a thug and still dares to look down on our Mabel. She’s nothing compared to her.”

At that moment, Sabrina returned with a dark expression.

“Ladies, something’s come up at home. You go on without me-I have to leave.”

Everyone smiled politely. “Alright, take care.”

Sabrina forced a smile and hurried out. As soon as she was outside, she called back.

“Where are you? I’m coming to see you now.”

“I’m at the bar. Sabrina, you’ve got to get justice for me!”

Her mood already ruined by Mabel, Sabrina was eager for a confrontation. “I’ll meet you there and settle the score with that bitch!”

“Okay, I’ll be waiting!”

*****

At the Blue Moon Lounge, which was just five minutes from the Lose Demon Nightclub, Melody brought David inside.

Moon had reserved the same private room from before and greeted them with a smile. “Where’s Ken?”

“She’s at work. By the way, this is my colleague from the medical center.”

Moon smiled warmly at David. “Hello! Please take care of Melody at the medical center.”

David, unfamiliar with such a high-end place, nodded nervously.

“Enjoy your meal,” Moon said, sensing David’s discomfort and tactfully leaving them alone.

“Miss Fox…” David said hesitantly, looking at the table full of delicious food. “Aren’t you going to scold me?”

Melody pointed at the food. “Let’s eat first.”

David nodded and began eating.

After the meal, Melody asked, “So, why did you go to that nightclub when you don’t usually go to bars?”

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Since it had already happened, Melody didn’t blame David. Everyone had times when they were confused.

However, since it had already happened once, she had to think of a way to prevent it from happening again. If she didn’t solve the root of the problem, such a thing would still happen.

David lowered his head in shame and stammered, “I was in a bad mood yesterday, so I wanted to find a place to drink some wine. In the end, I accidentally drank too much and slept until the bottle of wine was broken.”

Melody looked at David steadily and said, “It’s understandable to drown your sorrows in alcohol. Then tell me, why were you in a bad mood?”

“Well…” David choked. He pursed his lips tightly and did not speak.

Melody frowned. After a moment of silence, she asked, “Is it because Nana left Herbathrive?”

David’s hand paused and the fork in his hand fell to the ground.

Melody knew that she had guessed correctly. She sighed and said, “Nana was raised as an heir by the Jensen family since she was young. Although she had many bad habits in the past, it doesn’t mean that she doesn’t have the ability to take charge. The choice she made was very correct. She can’t stay in Herbathrive as an accountant for me forever.” David clenched his fists tightly and said, “I know. I also know that I’m not from the same circle as her. But I just… can’t let go. I wanted to drink because I knew that she’d drift apart from me in the future, and I couldn’t do anything. about it.”

Melody asked hesitantly, “Did Nana break up with you before she left?”

David quickly shook his head. “No, we’ve never officially been together.”

“What did she say before she left?”

“She said… she wanted me to be her boyfriend.”

Melody looked up with confusion in her eyes. “Isn’t that a

good thing? What’s there to drown your sorrows in? I thought she broke up with you, so you went to the bar to drink.”

David gritted his teeth and said, “I rejected her.”

“What? Don’t you like her too?” Melody was stunned. David smiled bitterly and said, “She’s the daughter of the Jenson family. I admit that I’m not worthy of her. The difference in our statuses is too great. It’s impossible for us to have a happy ending. Therefore, it’s better to suffer short-term pain than long-term pain. I might as well end it now.”

Melody could not help but laugh. “So the thing is, you rejected her and yet went to drink because you were in a bad mood, right?”

David hesitated before saying, “Yes.”

“David…” Melody looked at David exasperatedly and said, Relationships have never been about status. It’s not the same as before. You don’t need to be of equal status to be together as long as your relationship is solid enough.

“You think it’s better to have short-term pain than long-term pain now, but in fact, short-term pain is also painful, right? Also, Nana, whom you rejected, will only suffer more than you.

“To be honest, I think you’re unmanly like this. You’re afraid that you’ll suffer even more in the future, so you’re hurting her now. Is that fair to her? Is that fair to you? You might as well fight with all your might and persevere until the end.” The dim light in David’s eyes lit up bit by bit.

Melody was about to continue persuading, but David suddenly stood up and said, “Miss Fox, I understand. Thank you. I know what to do. No matter what happens in the future, I have to be true to my heart now. I like Nana and will do my best to be with her until the end.”

Melody smiled and said, “That’s right. Nana is probably still in the company. When she gets off work, go to the entrance of her company and wait for her. Remember to buy a bouquet. Girls like flowers. Also, tidy yourself up before you go over. You reek of alcohol. She won’t like it.”

David nodded vigorously. “Alright. I understand.”

Melody knocked on the table and said, “Sit down and eat more. You didn’t eat much just now.”

“Okay.” David, who had no appetite just now, suddenly felt hungry. He took a new fork and began to eat vigorously.

Melody took a deep breath in relief but suddenly thought of herself.

That day in the ward, she rejected Ken because of her cowardice.

She thought, ‘If only I had David’s courage. It’s laughable that I had thought that David was not manly enough just now. Aren’t I also a coward in relationships?’

*****

At the same time, Sabrina brought a group of well-trained bodyguards to Blue Moon Lounge.

Reece, who was sitting in a wheelchair, pointed at Blue Moon Lounge and said, “It’s here. The person I sent to follow them said that they’re in a private room on the second floor.”

“Blue Moon Lounge?” Sabrina said hesitantly, “Didn’t you say that the woman who attacked you was poor and ugly? Blue Moon Lounge isn’t a place where just anyone can go in for a meal.”

Reece said, “She definitely doesn’t have any background. She’s wearing very shabby clothes. The shoes on her feet are even canvas shoes that cost less than 20 dollars. I’m not sure why she can dine at Blue Moon Lounge.”

“The backer behind Blue Moon Lounge seems to be the Swanson family. Forget it, I’ll go in and take a look first.” Frowning, Sabrina still walked towards Blue Moon Lounge. However, when the group of people reached the entrance, they were stopped by the usher. “Excuse me, do you have a reservation?”

Sabrina rolled her eyes and said with a smile, “I’m the best friend of Mr. Swanson’s girlfriend. I don’t need a reservation, right?”

“Mr. Swanson’s girlfriend? Do you mean Miss Fox?” The usher’s expression softened.

The proprietress had told him that anyone who was Melody’ s friend could dine here without making a reservation. When Sabrina saw the change in the usher’s expression, she immediately knew that she had made the right bet. Blue Moon Lounge’s backer was indeed Ulric.

Sabrina nodded and said, “That’s right. I was eating with her not long ago.”

The usher immediately smiled and said, “Since you’re Miss Fox’s friend, there’s no need to make a reservation. Please come in. You can sit wherever there’s an empty seat.”

Raising an eyebrow, Sabrina walked in with Reece and her men.

After entering, Sabrina was both envious and resentful. “I didn’t expect Mabel’s name to be so useful.”

“Who is Mabel?” Reece, who had never come into contact with the upper-class society, had naturally never heard of Mabel’s name.

“No one. She’s just a pretty face who likes to show off.” Not willing to mention Mabel, Sabrina went straight to the second floor.

Reece was in a wheelchair, so two bodyguards carried him upstairs.

Sabrina pointed at this end of the private rooms and said, ” Reece, you’ll start looking from here. I’ll start from that end. Call me when you find her. Oh, by the way, does that woman have any recognizable characteristics?”

Reece replied, “She’s easy to spot. She’s ugly with red spots all over her face.”

“Okay.” Sabrina nodded and led half of her men to the other end of the private rooms.

In the private room that Melody was in, David was almost done eating. When he looked up, he saw Melody looking down. She seemed to be in a bad mood.

Just as he was about to ask, the door of the private room was suddenly pulled open.

Chapter 705

Melody and David subconsciously looked at the door at the same time and met the gaze of Reece, who was peeking inside.

Melody and David were stunned at the same time. Reece was obviously stunned too, but he immediately reacted and shouted, “Sabrina, I found them. They’re here.”

“Miss Fox…” David suddenly became nervous.

Melody gave David a reassuring look and stood up indifferently. “Reece, didn’t I tell you? If I see you again, I won’t let you off easily like last time.”

Reece’s back still hadn’t fully recovered. When he heard that, he gritted his teeth in hatred. “Don’t be so arrogant. Your helper isn’t here. Do you think you’ll be so lucky this time? Today, I’ll let you know what it means to return an eye for an eye.”

Melody chuckled. She knew that Reece was referring to Spencer. However, Reece probably did not know that Spencer’s skills were far inferior to hers.

Melody narrowed her eyes, put down her fork, and walked towards Reece.

Reece could not help but feel nervous. His throat quickly bobbed up and down.

However, from the corner of his eye, he saw that Sabrina was already running over with her men. His eyes suddenly lit up. Before Melody could touch him, he turned his body and fell off the wheelchair.

“Oh!” His scream echoed up and down the corridor.

When Sabrina heard Reece’s scream, she immediately gasped. “Damn it, get over there!”

In the room, Melody looked at Reece, who was lying on the ground, and a trace of ruthlessness appeared in her eyes.

Melody thought, ‘Is he trying to frame me?’

Just as she was about to step forward, Sabrina had already arrived at the door with her men.

“Sabrina, save me. This woman hit me again.” Reece pretended to be in pain as he crawled towards Sabrina.

Sabrina’s heart ached as she walked forward to help Reece up. After Reece sat down in the wheelchair, Sabrina looked at Melody fiercely.

When she saw Melody’s face, her eyes suddenly widened. Melody? It’s you?”

Melody raised an eyebrow. “You know me?” She had never come into contact with Sabrina in this life.

“Humph! Your ugly face has long been known throughout our socialite circle.” With a look of disdain, Sabrina quickly made a plan in her mind.

Sabrina thought, ‘Since Mabel hates Melody so much and has a grudge against Melody for killing her mother, I might be able to gain some benefits if I help Mabel teach Melody a lesson now.

Although Sabrina was very unhappy about being

suppressed by Mabel, in the face of absolute benefits, her pride was worthless.

Thinking of this, Sabrina raised her chin high and looked at Melody as if she was looking at an ant. “You actually dared to hit my boyfriend and even hit him twice. I’ll settle this score with you today.”

“Hit her. Sabrina hit her and avenged me. I clearly didn’t do anything just now, but she pinned me to the ground and hit me.” Reece, who was beside Sabrina, displayed his superb acting skills.

David quickly explained to Melody, “He’s lying. Miss Fox didn’t touch him at all just now. He fell to the ground himself.”

Obviously, Sabrina did not believe him. “You think I’ll believe your bullshit?”

Melody sneered and suddenly charged toward Reece.

Before anyone could react, Melody pulled Reece out of the wheelchair and threw him hard against the wall.

There was a muffled thud, followed by the sound of bones breaking on Reece’s body.

When Reece fell from the wall to the ground, blood seeped out of his mouth and his entire body was fractured. He could not move at all.

For a moment, Sabrina and her men were stunned.

Melody moved so fast and was so strong. If they hadn’t seen it with their own eyes, they wouldn’t have believed that this seemingly thin girl could have such skills.

Melody clapped her hands as if she wanted to brush off the dust from Reece’s body.

Melody looked at Sabrina indifferently. “Did you see that? This is the strength I use when I hit someone.”

Reece opened his mouth and wanted to say something, but the moment he opened his mouth, he spat out a mouthful of blood and fainted.

“Miss Fox…” David was flabbergasted. “Aren’t you being too impulsive?”

Melody asked without changing her expression, “Do you think they would let us go if we didn’t do anything?”

David was rendered speechless. He already had an answer in his heart. Of course, the other party would not let them off.

Meanwhile, Sabrina finally snapped out of her shock and glared at Melody. “Bitch, how dare you hit my boyfriend in front of me!”

Melody shrugged. “I didn’t hit him. I just wanted to prove that I didn’t hit him just now.”

“You…” Sabrina was so angry that her face turned red. She waved her hand and ordered, “Attack! Beat her to death. Don’t spare her life.”

“Yes!” The bodyguards behind Sabrina responded and rushed towards Melody.

“Miss Fox, think of a way to escape. I’ll hold them back.” Although David was afraid, he braced himself and stood in front of Melody.

Melody grabbed David and pushed him under the table.

Then, she rushed towards the group of people.

The leading bodyguard did not take Melody seriously at all.

He thought, ‘So what if she’s strong? It’s just brute force. Compared to professionally trained special bodyguards like us, she’s still far inferior.’

However, just as this thought appeared in his mind, the bodyguard was kicked in the abdomen by Melody.

His face turned pale. He held his stomach and knelt. When he wanted to stand up, he realized that he had no strength at all.

He thought, ‘How could this be?’

The next second, a fist hit him in the face. His vision darkened and he instantly lost consciousness.

One, two, three…

In less than a minute, the ten bodyguards Sabrina had brought with her were all lying on the ground. Some were unconscious. Those who were still conscious did not have the ability to fight back.

Before Sabrina could see what Melody was doing, she realized that there was only one bodyguard left by her side. Shocked, Sabrina took a step back subconsciously and asked in disbelief, “Where-Where did you learn your skills? Aren’t you a girl who came back from the countryside? How could you…

Sabrina thought, ‘How could she be so powerful?”

She could not bring herself to praise Melody, but the fear in her eyes had already betrayed her.

Melody still had an indifferent expression on her face, and her breathing was even. “Where I learned my skills has nothing to do with you. But are you sure you want to continue fighting me?”

Sabrina gritted her teeth tightly, her eyes filled with anger and indignation.

She thought, ‘Why? Not only am I suppressed by Mabel, but I also lost to this ugly country bumpkin. I’ll never admit defeat.

“Go.” Sabrina grabbed her bodyguard and pushed him towards Melody.

The bodyguard was so scared that his legs went weak. Before he could do anything, he had already been kicked back to Sabrina’s feet.

“Trash!” Sabrina scolded him fiercely as she suddenly thought of something.

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Chapter 696

Sebastian immediately pinched his nose at the stench and decided not to chase after Adrian. With the police involved, if Adrian was indeed guilty of murder, he would face a thorough investigation and trial.

Even if the murder charge didn’t stick, the medical malpractice in the operating room was enough to land Adrian in legal trouble.

The police, experienced as they were, tolerated the smell and restrained Adrian. Terrified, Adrian started babbling incoherently and ended up confessing.

“I didn’t kill him! I swear, it wasn’t on purpose. It was my father! He tried to hit me, and I just pushed him away! I didn’t mean for him to die. I was only defending myself, not committing murder, right? You can’t arrest me for that!”

Adrian’s words were contradictory, but in his panic, he didn’t realize he was admitting to the crime.

The medical staff emerging from the operating room were shocked.

“So the dean hasn’t been missing because of illness? It’s because you killed him, your own father?”

“No! I didn’t kill anyone! Shut up! If you don’t, I’ll make sure you all regret it. I’ll have you fired, and you’ll never practice medicine again!”

Adrian’s eyes were wild with anger, but the tide had turned against him.

The assistant doctor spoke up first. “You don’t have to fire me. I’ll resign myself! I can’t stay in such a disgraceful place!”

“Exactly. I’d rather find another job than work for someone like you. We didn’t go through all those years of medical school just to be associated with a criminal!”

One by one, the medical staff announced their resignations.

Adrian’s face flushed with fury, but before he could say anything more, the police stepped in and dragged him away.

The hospital corridor fell silent.

The staff began heading toward Human Resources to submit their resignations when Melody hurriedly called out to them.

“Wait, everyone! Don’t leave just yet.”

They stopped and turned to face her.

“Miss Fox, we let you down earlier. We didn’t stand up for you when we should have. We’re truly sorry!”

“I’m sorry!” they all echoed.

Melody smiled. “It’s in the past. You stood up for me in the end, and that’s what matters.”

They nodded, feeling even more guilty.

Melody continued, “I heard you’re all planning to resign. If you haven’t found a new job yet, I’d like to invite you to join Herbathrive. We’re short on staff, and I’d be happy to have you on board.”

Their eyes lit up with hope.

“Really, Miss Fox? You’d take us in?”

Melody nodded. “It’s not really taking you in. It’s more like poaching.”

They laughed, and many agreed to join Herbathrive the next day.

After setting a time to meet, Melody returned to the entrance of the operating room.

There, Sebastian was thanking Ken. When Sebastian saw Melody, his face was full of guilt.

“Miss Fox, I owe you an apology. I’ve been so blind, misunderstanding you over and over. You have every right not to forgive me, but please accept this as compensation.”

Sebastian gestured, and a bodyguard stepped forward with a brown paper bag, handing it to Melody.

“What’s this?” she asked, puzzled.

“It’s a token of my sincerity,” Sebastian explained. “It’s a portion of our family’s business in Silverlake. I know it’s not much, but I insist. If you don’t accept it, I won’t be able to move past my guilt. Please, take it as a gift for saving Sid’s life twice.”

Melody hesitated. “I saved Sid because he’s my friend, not for this.”

“I understand, but this is different. If word got out, people would think I, Sebastian Quant, don’t know how to repay kindness. Please, accept it.”

Under Sebastian’s insistence and Ken’s encouragement, Melody reluctantly accepted the brown paper bag.

Sebastian then patted Ken on the shoulder. “If you ever need the Quant family’s help, don’t hesitate to ask. I’ve been too prejudiced in the past. That was my mistake, but I won’t make it again.”

Ken shook his head. “Sebastian, you’re too kind. Sid will always be my friend. I consider you family. Let’s leave the past behind.”

Sebastian nodded and went to thank the Chapman family members.

Ken turned to Melody and asked quietly, “Are you tired?”

Melody stretched her neck and replied honestly, “A little.”

“Then let’s get you home to rest. Dr. Mueller will handle things here, and I’ll have James send more security. No one will have another chance to interfere.”

Before, Janet was able to bring people in because Sebastian didn’t trust Ken and made Ken’s people stay away. But Sebastian wouldn’t be doing that now.

Melody nodded, reassured by Jacob’s presence. After saying her goodbyes to Sebastian, Nickolas Chapman, Warner Chapman, and Jacob, she followed Ken to the car.

Once inside, Ken glanced at the brown paper bag with interest. “Want to see what’s inside?”

Melody was curious too. Although she didn’t expect much since Sebastian’s main business was in Insterimond, not Silverlake, she opened the bag.

What she found inside left her speechless. The assets listed were substantial.

Ken estimated their value with a smile. “If you sell all of this, you’d easily make 2 billion dollars. Looks like you’re a rich woman now. Maybe you should hire a few more bodyguards?”

Melody quickly closed the bag, nervous. “Should I give it back? This is way too much.”

“No need,” Ken reassured her. “To Sebastian, this is nothing compared to his only son.”

“I never realized. If he has so many properties here in Silverlake, I can’t imagine what he has in Insterimond.”

Ken nodded. “The Quant Group may rank below the Swanson Group, but with Sebastian’s private assets, they’re not far apart. He was one of the wealthiest men of his time, almost controlling Halcyon’s economy. But now, he’s getting older. If the empire is to grow, it’ll be up to Sid.”

Chapter 697

“You didn’t just save Sid today. You saved the entire Quant Group, along with the livelihoods of tens of thousands of employees and connected industries. If anything had happened to Sid, the Quant Group, lacking a successor, would have gradually declined. All those people would have lost their jobs. So, you should accept this 2 billion dollars. Compared to Sid’s life, it’s nothing.”

Melody understood Ken’s point.

Sebastian’s family had produced only one child per generation, and none of the extended family members were capable enough to step up. The entire Quant family pinned their hopes on Sid. That’s why Sebastian had once despised Ken so much, fearing he’d lead Sid astray.

“I get it,” Melody said, nodding. “I won’t sell these businesses. I’ll manage them properly.”

Ken reached out to ruffle her hair, his gentle eyes reflecting the softness of her locks.

“Exactly. And if you ever need help managing them, Zack can continue assisting you.”

Melody blushed slightly from the affectionate gesture but felt a twinge of guilt at Ken’s suggestion.

“I’ve been relying on your people so much. If it bothers you, I can find someone else to handle it.”

“Why would it bother me?” Ken frowned, shaking his head. “What kind of person do you think I am? As long as Zack can keep up with his job at Ximber Tech, it doesn’t matter how many side projects he takes on. Don’t worry about the value of these assets. For Zack, managing them is just an extra hour of overtime. He’s more than capable.”

Melody nodded quickly. “In that case, could he take care of Silk Beauty Cosmetics too? Since the bet ended and Silk Beauty Cosmetics became mine, Wilmot has been overseeing it for me.”

At the mention of Wilmot, a flicker of jealousy flashed in Ken’s eyes. But it faded when he remembered that Wilmot hadn’t seen Melody alone since he learned of their marriage.

“He’s been helping you for a while. I’ll treat him to a meal as a thank-you.”

“No need,” Melody said, shaking her head. “He’s helping me, so I should be the one to treat him. Besides, I have another favor to ask of him.”

Ken’s frown deepened.

“What is it that you need him for and not me?”

Melody, oblivious to Ken’s jealousy, answered sincerely, “Zara is going to be on ‘Artist’s Wardrobe 2’ soon. With her current status, the company will likely assign the top stylists to the other hosts first. I plan to ask Wilmot if he could handle Zara’s makeup during filming.”

Ken looked at her intently, thinking, ‘I’ll be content when Melody cares about me the way she cares about Zara!

But if treating Zara well would make Melody happy, then he was all in.

“Then let me handle the sponsorship,” Ken said. “I guarantee the clothes Zara wears on the show will be no less than this.”

Ken made a gesture for one.

Melody’s eyes widened in shock.

“A million dollars?”

Ken shook his head with a chuckle. “Ten million dollars. Do you think they’d be so stingy?”

Melody felt a mix of emotions but managed a composed nod. “Then I’ll thank you on her behalf.”

“It’s my pleasure.” Ken pointed to the back of the car. “You’ve had a long day. Lie down and rest. The chefs at the manor are preparing dinner, so we’ll eat as soon as we get there.”

“…Alright,” she said, closing her eyes. Exhaustion quickly overtook her, and she drifted off to sleep.

In her slumber, she had a strange dream.

She was back in her past life, lying on a cold operating table. She had turned into a transparent mist, hovering over her own body, watching herself vomit blood on the table.

‘What’s happening? Is this a dream?’ Melody thought.

Melody tried to pinch her leg but realized she had no physical body. She looked down and saw Mabel Fox and Yolanda Fox laughing cruelly at her lifeless form.

Mabel, with a sneer, spat disdainfully. “Did you really think you could steal my man from me?”

Yolanda shuddered after laughing. “Good thing she always looked so ugly. If she’d regained her beauty earlier, you might have been in real danger.”

Mabel’s eyes narrowed coldly. “So what if she was beautiful? She’s already dead.”

Even as Mabel spoke, she couldn’t hide her resentment. Melody, once considered unattractive, had transformed into a stunning beauty before her death, overshadowing Mabel, who had been the top socialite in their circle.

“Damn it!”

Mabel cursed and suddenly grabbed a scalpel, raising it to slash at Melody’s face.

Just as the blade was about to strike, the operating room door burst open.

A scream echoed through the room as Ulric Swanson was thrown inside.

Mabel and Yolanda’s eyes widened in shock as Ken stormed in, his expression dark.

“K-Ken?” Mabel stammered, stunned.

Melody, still floating, was equally surprised.

Why was Ken here?

Ken pulled a pistol from his pocket, aiming it at Mabel’s forehead.

But just as he was about to pull the trigger, Ulric, who had been thrown to the ground, lunged at Ken.

“Ken! Watch out!” Melody shouted.

But when she opened her eyes, she realized she was still in the car.

Beside her, Ken looked at her in surprise. “What’s wrong? Did you have a nightmare?”

He felt a bit helpless. ‘Why do I appear in her nightmare instead of in a pleasant dream?’ Ken thought.

Melody, now fully awake, realized it had been just a dream. But something still felt off.

When people dream, they typically don’t realize it is a dream, even when it doesn’t make sense.

‘But if it wasn’t a dream, how can I have returned to the moment of my death?’ Melody thought.

After pondering, she concluded it had to be a dream. There was no way she had actually returned to her past life.

After all, in her past life, she and Ken had been mortal enemies, never meeting face to face. ‘We stood on opposing sides, so how could he have avenged me by killing Mabel?’ Melody thought. ‘I must be a dream. Perhaps humans know so little about dreams, so they can sometimes realize they’re dreaming while in the dream!

It must have been a dream.

Perhaps humans know so little about dreams that they can sometimes realize they’re dreaming while still in the dream.

“Melody?” Ken’s voice, filled with concern, pulled her back to reality.

She smiled faintly and said, “Yes, just a bad dream.”

Chapter 698

Ken asked curiously, “What were you dreaming about? You called my name just now.”

Melody couldn’t tell the truth, so she carefully chose her words. “I dreamt you were in danger, so I was trying to warn you.”

“What kind of danger?”

Melody half-lied, “I dreamed Ulric was going to ambush you from behind.”

Ken lowered his eyes and smiled. “Don’t worry. I’ve got eyes in the back of my head. Not just anyone can sneak up on me.”

Melody wanted to say more but hesitated. In her dream, Ulric’s knife had been only inches away from Ken. If she hadn’t woken up, the knife might have struck him.

Fortunately, it was just a dream. Yet, even knowing that her heart was still racing.

Noticing that Melody seemed unwilling to dwell on the dream, Ken changed the subject. “I got some news while you were sleeping. The old man will be back the day after tomorrow.”

Melody was surprised. “Ulric’s already been locked up. How can he wait until the day after tomorrow to return?”

Ken looked at her intently. “You don’t know the old man very well. Even if Ulric had died, he would still wait to finish his work before coming back for the funeral.”

“That’s unbelievable.” Melody suddenly understood why Ulric was so cold-blooded and selfish. It must run in the family.

It was truly remarkable that Ken turned out the way he did.

When they returned to the manor, Margaret was already asleep. After speaking to the servants, Melody learned that Margaret’s typhoid had completely healed. Melody instructed them to continue giving Margaret traditional medicine for another day before heading to her room to rest.

Just as she entered the room, the door opened, revealing Ken fresh out of the shower, wearing only a white towel that clung to his V-line, exposing the curves of his toned body.

The previous two nights, Ken had worn pajamas after his shower, so she had never encountered this situation before. Startled, she quickly turned away.

Even after turning, Ken’s handsome image remained etched in her mind.

‘Damn it, Melody. Are you really this much of a pervert?’ she thought, cursing herself internally.

Just as she was about to leave, she heard Ken’s voice behind her.

“Um, I forgot to bring my clothes. Could you grab them for me?”

“Well.”

Before Melody could answer, Ken had already retreated to the bathroom.

Left with no choice, she closed the door and walked toward the wardrobe in the bedroom.

The wardrobe was large, but when Melody opened it, she noticed that half of it was filled with clothes in her size.

‘When did Ken prepare these?’ she wondered. She had been worried about having to bring more clothes from Serenity Villa after a few days.

At that moment, Ken’s voice called out from the bathroom.

“Did you find them? The pajamas should be hanging in the upper left corner.”

Melody snapped out of her thoughts and hurriedly searched for the clothes. Sure enough, there was a row of pajamas in various colors hanging in the upper left corner.

She randomly chose a black pair, but then hesitated.

She found the pajamas, but what about the rest of his clothes?

“Um!” Melody cleared her throat and asked, “What about the rest? Where are they?”

Ken understood the hint. “The second drawer on the bottom right.”

Melody opened the second drawer with a flushed face, revealing neatly folded boxers. Ken seemed to prefer solid colors, mostly black and white.

Embarrassed, Melody grabbed a pair and rolled them into a ball. Taking a deep breath, she walked to the bathroom door.

She lightly tapped the frosted glass door.

She could vaguely see a strong figure approaching. A hand slowly reached out, and Melody, her face now completely red, quickly handed over the clothes.

“I’m going for a walk,” she blurted out, then dashed out of the bedroom.

Her heart pounded as she fled the villa. Only when the cool night air hit her face did she feel the heat in her cheeks begin to fade.

‘This can’t go on.’ Melody sighed, taking a deep breath as she wandered aimlessly around the manor.

The manor was vast, measuring in acres. But since she had married into the family before, she was as familiar with the place as with the Fox family, so she wasn’t worried about getting lost.

After walking for a while, Melody felt her heartbeat return to normal. Just as she was about to head back, she noticed a shadowy figure climbing over the manor wall.

“Who’s there?”

She quickly chased after the figure, but they jumped off the wall and disappeared before she could catch up.

By the time she climbed over the wall, the person was long gone. However, she discovered a cluster of powder-like substance near the wall.

She crouched down, rubbed some of the powder between her fingers, and sniffed it cautiously. She quickly recognized it as a homemade poison.

Just then, her phone rang. It was Ken.

“Where did you go for a walk?”

Melody replied seriously, “Come to the west wall quickly. I’ve found something.”

“On my way!” Ken said before hanging up. He soon arrived with James.

Melody had already found a plastic bag and collected as much of the powder as she could, though much of it had mixed with the dirt.

When Ken arrived with his team, she approached him without hesitation. “While I was walking, I saw someone climbing over the wall. I couldn’t catch them, but I found this.”

She held up the bag of powder.

Ken immediately ordered James to patrol the area.

“Take care of yourself,” Ken said before asking, “What is this?”

“It seems to be poison, but the ingredients are too complex to identify by sight. I’ll need to visit Dr. Morgan tomorrow and test it with equipment to determine its toxicity.”

Melody lowered her voice and added, “I suspect this was brought out of the manor by Jennie. I think Ulric told her to make this. Ulric’s arrest was sudden, so she might have taken a risk to retrieve it.”

“Poison.” Ken frowned deeply. “Who is the target?”

“It’s hard to say. It could be you, me, or anyone.”

“But if they wanted to poison us, wouldn’t it have been easier to do it directly?”

As they discussed the possibilities, James returned with his men.

Melody quickly asked, “Did you find anything?”

“We didn’t see anyone, but I checked the surveillance footage near the entrance. The license plate belongs to a car registered to Ulric.”

Melody and Ken exchanged glances, confirming that the person she saw was likely Jennie.

Chapter 699

James Deed continued, “We’ve already sent a car after them based on their route.”

Ken nodded. “Make sure she isn’t aware of being followed. Once you find her location, keep a close watch on her every move.”

“Understood,” James replied and quickly made a call.

Melody was still trying to figure out who Jennie might be planning to poison, but the more she thought about it, the less certain she felt.

“Don’t overthink it,” Ken said, reaching out to touch her face. Noticing how cold her skin was, he frowned. “You’re not dressed warmly enough. Let’s head back. Marfgaret just recovered from her illness, and you don’t want to catch a cold yourself.”

Melody’s cheeks flushed again as Ken’s touch lingered. ‘Why does it seem like ever since I had turned down what seemed like Ken’s confession, he had become more comfortable with these small, intimate gestures?’ Melody thought.

Coughing, Melody covered her mouth, trying to compose herself. “Got it. We can think about it more once we’re back.”

Ken couldn’t help but smile at her flustered reaction.

As they walked back, Ken’s expression grew serious again. He reminded James, “Make sure you catch her and keep a close eye. Report back to me if anything happens.”

“Yes!” James replied firmly.

As Ken walked away, James’s thoughts were a jumble. ‘Damn, Mr. Ken seems really taken with Melody!’

What troubled James even more was how he had once believed Melody wasn’t a good match for Ken. Yet now, James was starting to accept it, almost too easily.

‘What’s happening to me? Have I really started to come around to this?’

*****

Back in her room, Melody felt a slight stuffiness in her nose and decided to take a hot shower. When she emerged, she found Ken asleep on the sofa, a tablet still in his hand, evidence of his exhaustion.

Melody felt tired too, but Ken’s workload was even greater than hers. He woke up early, stayed up late, and sometimes had to help her with her own tasks. It was wearing him down.

She noticed the deep furrow in Ken’s brow and instinctively reached out to smooth it. He always seemed to frown in his sleep.

But suddenly, Ken’s eyes snapped open.

Startled, Melody quickly pulled her hand back, stammering, “I-if you’re tired, you should sleep in bed. There’s always more work to do tomorrow.”

Ken paused for a moment, his vision clearing as he woke fully. Then he smiled slightly and turned off the tablet. “You’re right. I’m exhausted. Let’s go to bed.”

Melody’s ears turned red again.

As she lay in bed, she regretted her reaction. She had been married before. Even though Ulric had never touched her in her previous life, she knew enough. ‘So why am I blushing like a teenager? Ugh. I should get a checkup. Maybe there’s something wrong with my kidneys.

Blushing this easily can be a sign of kidney issues,’ Melody thought.

With these thoughts swirling in her mind, Melody slowly drifted off to sleep.

In her dreams, she once again felt as if her body was floating. When she opened her eyes, she was shocked to find herself back in the operating room where she had died in her previous life.

She had turned into that same transparent fog, watching the mother and daughter below. The same conversation played out, the same plot, the same moment when Ulric attacked Ken from behind.

“No!”

Melody suddenly woke up, staring at the white ceiling of her bedroom. Reaching out, she noticed that Ken, who should have been beside her, was gone, but his pillow was still warm.

Melody was disoriented and shocked. ‘Did I have the same dream again?’ she thought. ‘What are the odds of having the exact same dream twice?’

Just then, she heard the sound of running water from the bathroom.

‘Ken is still here?’

For some reason, she instinctively closed her eyes and pretended to be asleep.

Ken didn’t seem to notice. After coming out of the bathroom, he gently tucked her hand under the blanket and made sure the corners were snug before quietly leaving the room.

Once the door clicked shut, Melody slowly opened her eyes.

That dream was so strange.

But she didn’t have time to dwell on it. After lying in bed for a while longer, she got up to start her day.

Today, she wore a more formal black suit. After bidding farewell to Margaret, she took a car to visit Ander.

Fortunately, Lucas Morgan was home. When he heard she had come to visit, he rushed to greet her despite the butler’s objections.

“Melody!” Lucas beamed as he approached.

Melody looked him over, then asked him to extend his hand.

Lucas obediently held out his hand so she could check his pulse.

A minute later, Melody let go and said, “You’re almost fully recovered.”

Lucas grinned. “Melody, since we agreed before, can I start working at your clinic?”

Melody shook her head. “Even though you’re almost better, your body is still weak. You need to rest a while longer. You shouldn’t be on your feet for too long.”

Lucas looked disappointed but nodded. “I understand. I’ll come as soon as I’m fully recovered.”

He had been so bored since leaving the hospital. The butler wouldn’t even let him go outside, and he felt like he was going stir-crazy. But he knew Melody was right.

“By the way, don’t just stand at the door. Come in and talk.”

Melody nodded, and as she followed Lucas into the Morgan family’s reception hall, she asked, “When are your parents coming back?”

“The conference lasts seven days. Including travel time, it should be another four to five days. Did you need something from them?”

Melody explained the reason for her visit. “Actually, I wanted to borrow your mother’s laboratory. Doesn’t she have equipment at home to analyze chemical compositions? I found a bag of powder that might be poisonous and want to test it.”

“I see. I’ll take you there now.”

“Should we call your mother first?”

“No need!” Lucas waved it off. “Before she left, she said you’re welcome to use the lab anytime. You don’t need to ask her first.”

Melody’s heart warmed at the thought. She smiled. “Thank you.”

“It’s no trouble! Let’s go!”

As they walked, Lucas asked, “Melody, when are you going to have an official meal with us? My parents said they want to formally treat you as their goddaughter.”

Chapter 700

“After that meal, I’ll have a sister!” Lucas exclaimed.

Lucas, who had always been the only child in his family, had longed for a sibling.

When he found out that his parents planned to make Melody their goddaughter, he was overjoyed. Now, he could finally proudly tell others that he had a sister who was an amazing doctor.

Melody scratched her head, embarrassed. “Dr. Morgan was probably just joking. Don’t take it seriously. Even if I’m not your sister, you can always come to me if you’re sick. But, of course, it’s best if you stay healthy.”

“No!” Lucas insisted seriously. “My parents aren’t joking. They’ve even discussed which guests to invite to the official adoption ceremony.”

Melody was stunned. She hadn’t expected Ander and his wife to take the idea so seriously.

In no time, they arrived at the entrance of Zoe’s laboratory.

Lucas said, “Melody, you can go ahead and get to work. I can’t enter my mom’s lab without her permission, so I’ll wait for you outside. We can have dinner together when you’re done.”

Melody quickly replied, “There’s no need for dinner. I need to head back to Herbathrive right after the test. We’re expecting a lot of job applicants today.”

“Alright,” Lucas said, though he sounded disappointed. “Once I’m fully recovered, I’ll come to Herbathrive to see you.”

“Okay.” Melody nodded and entered the laboratory with a cage covered by a black cloth.

She was familiar with the lab, having been there before, and quickly found the equipment she needed. She then removed the black cloth covering the cage, revealing several lively white mice.

“Sorry, little guys, but I might need to use you to save someone else’s life. Maybe in your next life, don’t be lab rats. Actually, life as a human isn’t easy either. Let’s just leave it to fate.” Melody muttered to herself for a couple of minutes before focusing on her research.

About half an hour later, using the lab equipment, Melody identified all the ingredients in the powder. It was a mixture of ground poisonous herbs combined with other toxic substances.

At first glance, the poison seemed ordinary. But after testing it on the mice, Melody’s expression darkened.

The poison was similar to the one Jennie had used on Wendell. Once it completely corroded a person’s body, it left no trace of toxicity behind. Even the most thorough autopsy wouldn’t detect it.

This colorless and odorless poison was terrifyingly effective, disappearing without a trace once it had done its work.

If Jennie had developed this poison on her own, her abilities would have been far more dangerous than Melody had anticipated.

Jennie wasn’t just any malicious doctor. Before the suppression of malicious doctors, Jennie might have been a leader among them.

Melody’s eyes narrowed as she carefully sealed the remaining powder in a bag and left the Morgan estate with the cage.

On the way back, she frowned, making Spencer increasingly anxious, wondering what happened. Spencer didn’t dare to ask what was wrong but drove with heightened caution.

Soon, they arrived at Herbathrive.

Melody first checked on Seventeen, who was still

recovering in bed. Satisfied with his progress, she returned to the front hall.

Herbathrive was still on holiday, so aside from Seventeen and Talia, who was also there, the clinic was unusually quiet, a silence that Melody still hadn’t gotten used to.

Fortunately, the group of doctors and nurses Melody had arranged to meet the day before arrived quickly.

“Miss Fox, we’re here!” they exclaimed.

Melody nodded and asked, “Is everyone here?”

The assistant doctor spoke up first. “Two people couldn’t make it. They decided to interview at Central Hospital instead. So there are just the five of us.”

Melody nodded in understanding. “Modern medicine and traditional medicine are quite different. Working here would be like starting from scratch. If any of you are having second thoughts, it’s okay to say so now. I respect your decisions.”

The five of them shook their heads in unison. “No, Miss Fox. We’re here because we sincerely want to work at your clinic,” one said.

Another added, “Yes, Miss Fox. We were amazed when we saw you use traditional medicine to stop Mr. Sid’s bleeding. It made us want to learn traditional medicine and transition from modern medicine.”

The assistant doctor added, “I want to be well-versed in both fields and become a doctor who can truly save lives like you do.”

Seeing their sincerity and determination, Melody took out the employment contracts.

“Alright then. You can start in two days. You already know some pharmacology. Traditional and modern medicine may have different roots, but they share the same purpose. You’ll adapt quickly. I’ll arrange for some people to guide you,” said Melody.

“Thank you, Miss Fox!”

Melody smiled. “No need to thank me. We’re colleagues now. You’re all older than me, so just call me Melody.”

“Yes, Miss Fox,” they answered.

Melody sighed, realizing it would take time for them to get used to calling her by her first name. She decided to let it go for now.

After chatting a bit longer, the group left with the traditional medicine books Melody had given them.

Once they were out of sight, Melody was about to close the door to Herbathrive when her phone rang. It was a call from David.

“Hello? David, what’s up?”

But an unfamiliar voice answered, “This guy works for you, right? He broke the most expensive bottle of wine here. Come pay for it now, or we’ll break his hand!”

Melody’s voice turned cold. “Who are you? Where is David?”

“He’s in my bar, Lose Demon. If you’re not here in thirty minutes, I’ll break his hand!” answered the other person.

As a doctor, Melody knew how important hands were. Melody quickly tried to calm the person down. “I’ll cover whatever he broke, just don’t hurt him.”

“You’ve got 29 minutes.”

I’m on my way.

Melody hung up and was about to leave when Talia hurried after her, calling out, “Miss Fox, I just got a call from David.

“I got one too. Don’t worry. I’ll handle it,” Melody said.

“Should I go with you? It might be better to have another person with you.”

“No.” Melody shook her head. “Seventeen still needs care, and it could be dangerous. If you come, I’ll have to worry about you too.”

Realizing she might be a burden, Talia nodded. “Alright. I’ll wait at the clinic for you both to come back safely.

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Chapter 691

The doctor in charge of monitoring Sid’s physical condition reported repeatedly. “Blood pressure’s even lower!”

“His heartbeat is slowing down.”

“Oh no, his breathing has stopped!”

For a moment, everyone looked at Adrian.

“Adrian Russo, what should we do now?” They were only assistants. They could only listen to Adrian’s orders. However, Adrian was completely flustered at that moment. He looked at Sid’s pale face. Both of his hands were shaking.

“Adrian Russo, what should we do?”

“Shut up!” Adrian glared at them. “I don’t know what the f*ck to do!”

If it were any other patient, they would have gone out to make arrangements and let their family members come in to see the patient for the last time. However, this was Sebastian’s only son. He was scared to go out and tell him to see his son for the last time.

The operating room fell into a dead silence. Only the ticking of the equipment could be heard. Under Adrian’s furious roar, no one dared to make a sound.

After a while, Adrian spoke, “Do your best to do what you can. We can only leave it to fate.” With that, he walked to a corner of the operating room and pulled out a chair to sit down.

He had already thought it through. If he delayed the surgery, it would take at least three to four hours. This way, even if he lost credit, Sebastian would think Adrian had worked hard. After all, he had spent three to four hours of surgery inside. No matter how crazy Sebastian was, he wouldn’t harm him. Adrian would blame the woman who attacked Sid, and he would be fine. Although it was impossible for Sebastian to give him a chance to rise to the top, at least he had received a lot of “hard work fees” from Sebastian during this time. So, it wasn’t a waste of time.

After convincing himself, Adrian took out his phone and started playing games, as if this was not an operating room but an arcade. When the others saw this scene, they were dumbfounded. They had always known that Adrian had no medical ethics or bottom line, but they did not know that Adrian did not even have the most basic human decency.

The nurse couldn’t stand it and reminded the others, “Let’s try our best to stop the bleeding.”

The two assistant doctors nodded. They could not just sit there and let the dying patient die. So, they left Adrian and started to stop the bleeding again. Even if their hope was slim, they had to try. Otherwise, how could they say they were doctors who saved the dying and helped the injured after they got out?

Accompanied by the sound of a gaming app, the doctors got busy. Adrian looked up and sneered in his heart. ‘Why are they doing that for?’

Adrian believed no one wanted to come out and work. If those people were so noble, they should have exposed Melody’s fake contribution when Sid underwent surgery for the first time. He believed they were no different than him. Maybe even worse.

Adrian could not be bothered with those people anymore. He let them do whatever they wanted and started playing his game peacefully. At the same time, at the entrance of the operating room, Sebastian shouted, “If you insist on going in, then step over my dead body!”

Melody gritted her teeth. “Mr. Quant, why are you so stubborn? What’s so good about Adrian that you trust him?”

Sebastian answered, “I don’t trust him, but it’s a fact that he pulled Sid back from the gates of hell the last time.”

Melody smiled bitterly and said, “If I had known this would happen, I would have made things clear back then.”

“What things?”

“The first person who successfully operated on Sid wasn’t Adrian but me. I completed the surgery on your son. Meanwhile, Adrian did nothing but mess around!”

Sebastian was stunned but didn’t believe what Melody said. He retorted, “If it’s really as you said, why didn’t you say it back then?”

Melody closed her eyes and said helplessly, “Because you had a huge prejudice against me and Ken. Even if I explained, you wouldn’t believe what I said.”

Moreover, Sebastian would ask the other people in the operating room, but they all worked under Adrian, and no one dared to stand for her. Under such circumstances, if Melody claimed her credit, Sebastian would hate her and Ken even more. That was why she let Adrian take the credit and remain silent.

Sebastian fell into a conflicted silence. What Melody said was indeed the truth. Even if she had said she was the one who did the surgery, he would not have believed it. But even at that point, he was still in denial.

“What evidence do you have to prove that you were the one who operated on my son?”

“I can’t prove it. This hospital belongs to Adrian’s father. No one will help me prove it. But I can swear to God that I’m not lying.”

Sebastian’s expression looked more conflicted. If what Melody said was true, then he had personally sent his son to the gates of hell. But if Melody lied to him, perhaps she wanted to kill Sid like Janet.

Seeing that Sebastian was silent, Melody urged, “Please consider it carefully. But you don’t have much time left. I believe that with Adrian’s medical skills, Sid won’t be able to last long.”

Sebastian’s forehead was drenched in cold sweat. Melody didn’t want to burden Sebastian too much. So, she could only wait patiently.

At that moment, Warner Chapman’s phone suddenly rang. No one knew what the person on the other end of the line said, but Warner Chapman suddenly looked up at the operating room. Melody felt that something was wrong. After Warner Chapman hung up, she asked, “What’s wrong?”

Warner Chapman took a few steps forward and said, “I wanted to say something just now, but because you suddenly appeared, I forgot.”

“Now that you remember, tell me.”

“When I was helping Mr. Quant search for where his men had gone, I accidentally opened the door to an office. Inside, I found the body of the hospital director.”

“What?” In an instant, everyone present was stunned. They had all seen the director of this hospital before, so they were surprised when they heard the news.

“Speaking of which…” Sebastian said hesitantly, “I haven’t seen the director lately.”

Warner Chapman nodded and said, “When the police took Miss Murphy away, I handed this matter to them. They were the ones who called just now and said that they suspected the murderer was the director’s son, Adrian, the chief surgeon inside.”

Sebastian’s eyes suddenly widened. He realized he was handing his son’s life over to a murder suspect.

Warner Chapman added, “Mr. Quant, they’ll be here soon. You should hand the surgery to Miss Fox now.”

Melody said at the right time, “Mr. Quant, do you believe Adrian’s nonsense?”

Chapter 692

Melody moved forward and said sincerely, “Adrian lied to you. I was the one who performed surgery on Sid.”

Ken narrowed his eyes and said, “Mr. Quant, you have no choice. Sid is my brother. His safety is more important than anything else. If you don’t move aside, don’t blame me for taking the harsh way.”

Nickolas could not help but add, “Qishan, please believe them this once. When the police arrive, Adrian will be taken away for investigation. If you don’t let Miss Fox in, there won’t be a chief surgeon in the operating room.”

“Damn it!” Sebastian gritted his teeth and said, “Fine! You can go. But I must go in with you to watch over you in case something bad happened.”

“I don’t mind.” Melody nodded without hesitation. In any case, she didn’t go in to harm Sid. She was upright and wasn’t afraid of Sebastian staring at her.

“We need to change into sterile clothes first.” Melody moved quickly and brought Sebastian to change into sterile clothes. Meanwhile, Ken hesitated for a moment before following them.

Warner took a step forward and was about to go over when he was pulled back by Nickolas again.

“They’re going to the operating room. You’ll only be in their way.”

“But…”

“No buts! You’re the one who found the director’s body.

Wait here until the police come to arrest Adrian. That’s what you need to do.”

Warner had no choice but to stay outside the operating room.

*****

When Melody brought Sebastian and Ken into the operating room, Adrian’s game was at the most critical moment. Sebastian spotted him playing games with his legs crossed. He had worked hard to guard the door outside and almost attacked Melody and Ken, but Adrian played games instead of saving his son’s life. An indescribable anger instantly rushed to his head. Sebastian was overwhelmed and went limp, but Melody quickly supported him.

When he caught his breath, Sebastian’s eyes were burning with anger. He rushed, snatched Adrian’s phone, and smashed it heavily to the ground. The phone immediately shattered into pieces.

Adrian didn’t expect Sebastian to come in and thought one of his staff had smashed his phone. He was furious and offended. So he immediately cursed, “F*ck! I’m in the middle of a team battle. Do you want to f*cking die?”

When he finished his sentence, Zhao looked up and saw Sebastian’s face. When their eyes met, Adrian was so frightened that his legs shook. He immediately fell from the chair. “Mr. Quant, why are you here?”

As Adrian finished speaking, Sebastian raised his hand and slapped his face. Adrian felt a sharp pain, and the taste of blood filled his mouth. His tongue felt a hard lump, and he spat it out. As it turned out, his teeth had fallen. “I, I, I, I, my teeth!”

“Your teeth? Not only do I want your teeth, but I also want your life!” Sebastian kicked Adrian’s abdomen heavily, causing him to stagger and knock over the chair he had been sitting on. His body was hurt as if it had been torn apart. However, he didn’t dare to fight back. He allowed Sebastian to continue punching and kicking him.

Ken narrowed his eyes and tried to hold Sebastian. “Let go! I’m going to beat this motherf*cker to death today.”

He thought Adrian could be trusted, so he placed his son’s life in his hands. But in the end, that bastard treated him like sh*t. Even if he were to cut Adrian into pieces, he did not think he could completely vent his hatred.

Ken took a deep breath and said, “I know you want to kill him immediately, but the most important thing now is your son’s survival. What if you hit some instrument in this room?”

Only then did Sebastian stop struggling. He spat at Adrian and gritted his teeth. “I’ll beat you to death after this!”

Adrian was in so much pain that he could not move. He lay on the ground and gasped. Seeing that Sebastian didn’t continue beating him, Ken let go of Sebastian’s hand and turned to look at the operating table.

As early as when Sebastian slapped Adrian, Melody had already arrived at the operating table to communicate with the assistant doctors about Sid’s situation. But after understanding his situation, her expression became somewhat stiff.

“Melody?” Ken observed Melody’s expression and asked, “How is Sid doing?”

“Not good…” Melody shook her head, but her eyes became even more determined. “I will do my best!”

Ken nodded and stopped disturbing her.

Afterward, Melody glanced at the people beside her. They were all working with her during Sid’s first surgery. She did not waste any time and directly gave an order. “Anesthetist, keep me posted on Sid.”

“Yes!”

“Scrub nurse, disinfect all the equipment again.”

“On it!”

“Circuit nurse, keep an eye on the supply of blood bags and platelets.”

“Yes, Ma’am!”

Everything was ready, and the surgery continued. “Hemostatic forceps, hemostatic gauze…

The scrub nurse beside her quickly handed over the tools that Melody asked for, and the operating room became busy again.

When Melody appeared, the others seemed to have found their confidence. They were no longer as flustered as before. They all followed Melody’s instructions and seriously did what they asked.

When Sebastian, who had been so angry, saw this scene, he unknowingly became serious. Although his gaze fiercely stared at Adrian, he always kept an eye on Melody’s side.

Melody used the tools she asked to stop the bleeding, but she also used the silver needles she brought in and inserted them into Sid’s acupuncture points one by one. She looked professional.

Perhaps she did perform the first surgery on Sid,’ Sebastian thought. He was too scared to disturb Melody, so he shut his mouth.

Ten minutes later, the bleeding finally stopped. Sid’s blood pressure slowly rose, and Sid’s condition improved. Although his face was still pale, it was no longer that sickly pale. One could vaguely see that his lips were starting to turn red. This was because his blood had finally been replenished. The doctors and nurses looked happy.

“Miss Fox, you’re amazing. We never thought we could succeed!”

“I didn’t do it alone.” Melody looked at the amazing team around her and said, “You guys helped too. Moreover, your first aid treatments were spot on.” If those people were like Adrian and chose to give up, even she would not be able to save Sid.

Hearing this, everyone’s faces heated up and they felt embarrassed. They knew they were far from ‘good.’

Chapter 693

If the doctors and nurses weren’t scared of Adrian’s threat, they would have gone out to inform the patient’s family when Sid’s bleeding could not be stopped. But they didn’t. They didn’t dare. They were afraid of losing their jobs and ruining their careers. Besides, although Adrian was only a doctor, his father was the director.

Once Adrian’s father backed him up, they would surely lose their hope of having a bright career in the medical field. So they were afraid. Hence, they felt guilty for accepting the word ‘good’.

Fortunately, Melody was there, and they could reverse the damage. “Miss Fox, what’s our next step?”

“Let’s repair the heart tissue first, then…” Melody distributed the work methodically. Sid had survived the most difficult part, and Melody was confident she could complete the surgery.

At that moment, Adrian finally recovered from the pain. He looked at the operating table and sneered in his heart. ‘The damage to his internal organs is serious. Even if Melody could perform the first surgery, this time would be different. He was sure that with Sid’s current condition, only a truly talented individual could complete this surgery and save Sid’s life. That talented individual, of course, was not Melody. In Adrian’s view, Melody was just a silly little girl, playing with medical instruments.

In Adrian’s hospital, especially at Melody’s age, she was not even qualified to be a surgical assistant. Hence, Adrian was certain that Melody would not be able to save Sid. If Sid died, Sebastian’s anger would not only fall on him.

The corners of Adrian’s lips slowly curled up, only to find Sebastian staring at him with a cold expression. He was shocked and did not dare to show any more expression. He shrunk his neck and curled up on the ground like a turtle in its shell.

Sebastian didn’t know what Adrian was laughing about. He thought Adrian was glad to make a fool out of him, so he didn’t care about him anymore. Instead, he focused his attention on Melody.

Time passed second by second. Unknowingly, three hours had passed. Sebastian was old, and his body could barely hold on. He had no choice but to pull a chair and sit down. But when he looked at Melody at that moment, a hint of admiration appeared in his eyes.

Sebastian noticed that Melody had not been distracted in the past three hours. She had been maintaining laser-focused attention as she carried out the surgery solemnly. He had never seen another person with such high concentration.

Then, Sebastian looked at Ken in shock and realized he was still standing at the spot where he had been standing at the beginning. His feet had not moved an inch, and his eyes were focused on Melody without moving at all. Perhaps there was another person who was on par with her.

Sebastian finally understood why they got married in the first place. They were indeed quite compatible in this aspect. Aside from Melody, Ken could not find anyone with the same quality as him.

Sebastian sat for a while and soon couldn’t sit still anymore. His son was on the operating table. After the soreness in his legs subsided slightly, he quickly stood up again and continued to wait.

Melody saw Sebastian’s actions and said calmly, “Mr. Quant, if you’re tired, sit for a while. I’m almost done here. Don’t worry.”

Sebastian’s eyes lit up and asked, “Has the surgery been completed?”

“Almost. I need to ensure that everything has been carried

When Melody finished speaking, Adrian shouted in disbelief, “That’s impossible!! How can a little girl like you complete such a complicated surgery? If I can’t do it, it’s even more impossible for you. She’s lying, Mr. Quant. She must be lying to you!”

Sebastian didn’t say anything as he kicked Adrian’s stomach. “Shut up!”

Adrian screamed. He had suffered once again. No matter how unwilling he was to believe it, he was too scared to argue. Regardless, the success of the surgery would be determined soon enough.

Another fifteen minutes passed, and Melody let out a long breath. She put down the surgical equipment in her hand and said, “I’ll leave the suturing task to you guys. I’ll pull out the silver needles.”

The assistants quickly nodded. There were more than a hundred silver needles on Sid’s body. They were all used to stop the bleeding and protect his heart meridians. Melody carefully removed them one by one. When she was done, the suture on the other side happened to have ended.

Sebastian hurriedly took a few steps to ask, “Miss Fox, have you finished the surgery?”

“Yes.” Melody nodded and said, “He will wake up in a day or two. However, the first two days will be his most critical state. he might even have a fever. But don’t worry, if Sid doesn’t show any other symptoms, he can be discharged once his wounds recover.”

In an instant, Sebastian didn’t dare to believe it was true. But after a while, he opened his mouth to confirm again, “This means you have succeeded? I apologize, but I find it hard to believe. And what about that critical moment you mentioned?”

Melody’s lips curved into a smile. She understood Sebastian’s view very well. So, she answered patiently, “Yes, the surgery is successful. However, after the surgery, there might be a period of high fever. This is where Sid’s condition will be at the most critical. But after that, I can assure you he’s safe.”

Melody paused. Afraid that Sebastian might misunderstand. So, she spoke more concisely. “If he wakes up in two days, he can be discharged.”

Sebastian felt like he was dreaming. Three hours ago, his son was still in critical condition. He even saw the machine show that his heart had stopped beating. His heart seemed to have stopped as well. However, hearing that Sid’s surgery had been completed successfully, he still found it unbelievable. After a long time, he sniffed, “That’s great.”

Melody patted Sebastian’s shoulder and was about to elaborate further when Adrian suddenly got up from the floor and said, “This is impossible!”

Melody narrowed her eyes and looked at Adrian.

Adrian was beaten up so badly. She did not even know where he got his strength from. However, he quickly walked to the operating table, grabbed an assistant doctor, and asked, “I know her surgery was not completed successfully. Tell me she’s lying!”

The assistant doctor was shaken by Adrian so much that his head was about to spin. At that time, Sebastian widened his eyes in anger and warned, “Adrian!”

Melody said calmly, “Ignore him. Let him have his answer.”

“Answer me!” Adrian stared at the assistant doctor.

The assistant doctor took a moment to calm down. When his head was not as dizzy as before, he said, “Miss Fox did complete the surgery. During the surgery, she managed to stop the patient’s bleeding and fix the damaged tissue.”

Melody looked at Adrian flatly. “Did you hear that?”

“No, you must have bribed him!” Adrian said crazily, “Not to mention the repair of his internal organs. You can’t complete this surgery so quickly and smoothly!”

Chapter 694

“Mr. Quant, you have to believe me! It’s impossible for her to have finished the surgery so quickly. Actually, no one in Halcyon could have done it, given Mr. Sid’s condition.”

Before Adrian Russo could finish, someone grabbed his collar. He looked up to see Melody Fox.

Adrian’s heart raced, but he quickly forced a grin. “Mr. Quant, did you see that? She’s angry because I exposed her!”

Sebastian Quant instinctively glanced at Melody, who simply stared back at Adrian.

“What did you say about bypass surgery?” she asked, her voice cold.

Adrian, unfazed, sneered at her. “What? You didn’t perform a cardiac bypass on Mr. Sid? Don’t tell me you entered the operating room without even knowing what bypass surgery is.”

Melody’s eyes narrowed, and she slammed Adrian to the ground.

Ken Swanson noticed something was off. Melody wasn’t one to lash out, especially not over someone like Adrian.

Stepping forward, he asked, “Melody, what’s wrong?”

Sebastian followed up with, “Miss Fox, what’s this about bypass surgery? Did you really not do it?”

Melody, visibly angry, responded, “Sid’s injuries are severe, but he doesn’t need bypass surgery. Forcing it would only make him die faster.”

Ken realized why Melody was so furious.

Sebastian yanked Adrian up from the ground and punched him hard in the face, knocking out two of his teeth.

“Spare me, Mr. Quant!” Adrian pleaded. “Don’t trust her so easily! I know what I’m talking about. Mr. Sid needs bypass surgery.”

“Shut up! Do you think I’ll believe you? Even if he did need it, what were you doing in the operating room? Playing games!”

Adrian gulped and scrambled to find an excuse. “Mr. Quant, don’t hit me! Even if I didn’t do much, I tried my best! Without me, Mr. Sid wouldn’t have survived the first surgery. I was thinking of him, I just played games to relax and focus on the surgery.”

Sebastian, gritting his teeth, asked, “Did you really do the first surgery?”

Adrian glanced at Melody, knowing she had likely told the truth. But he banked on the fact that everyone who witnessed the first surgery was his subordinate. Without hesitation, Adrian lied, “Of course! I was the chief surgeon. If you don’t believe me, ask the others.”

Adrian pointed to the doctors and nurses in the operating room. “Ask them! They were there during the first surgery.”

Sebastian was known for being fair, rewarding and punishing where deserved. Even though he saw Adrian playing games instead of operating, if Adrian really did perform the first surgery, Sebastian would spare him.

If Adrian was telling the truth, that meant Melody lied to him. Sebastian would have to reconsider who was in the right concerning the bypass surgery.

“All of you,” Sebastian said, turning to the medical staff, “was Adrian really the chief surgeon for the first surgery? And remember, if you lie, I’ll make sure you regret it.”

Adrian took advantage of Sebastian’s turned back to send the staff a threatening glare, making it clear they’d better not cross him.

Sebastian didn’t notice any of this.

Sebastian pointed at the assistant doctor. “You! Tell me. Who was the chief surgeon for the first surgery?”

The assistant doctor glanced at Melody, then at Adrian, before gritting his teeth and saying, “Mr. Quant, yes, Dr. Russo was the chief surgeon during Mr. Sid’s first surgery.”

Adrian grinned. “See, Mr. Quant? I’m not lying! This woman is the liar. She’s to blame for the bypass surgery mess, not me!”

Sebastian clenched his fists, furious at being deceived by a woman once again.

“Melody, what’s going on? Are you in on this with Janet? Are you trying to kill my son?”

Melody frowned, meeting Sebastian’s angry gaze. “Mr. Quant, I’m not lying.”

Before she could finish, the assistant doctor interrupted, “Mr. Quant, I’m not done!”

Sebastian turned to him.

The assistant doctor, now resolute, glared at Adrian. “Yes, Dr. Russo started the surgery, but Mr. Sid’s condition worsened, and Dr. Russo couldn’t save him. That’s when Miss Fox stepped in and took over as chief surgeon.”

The others, encouraged by the assistant doctor, began speaking up.

“That’s right! Miss Fox saved Mr. Sid that night.”

“If it weren’t for Miss Fox, Mr. Sid wouldn’t have made it. It’s the same for this time. When we discussed the surgery plan, we didn’t agree on bypass surgery, but Adrian insisted.”

“Yes! Bypass surgery wasn’t necessary. It could have harmed Mr. Sid.”

The room buzzed with voices supporting Melody and contradicting Adrian’s claims.

Sebastian paused, then asked, “If that’s true, why didn’t you say anything when I praised Adrian?”

The assistant doctor replied, ashamed, “He’s the director’s son. We’re just regular staff. One word from him could ruin our careers. But after this surgery, I’ve had enough! I can’t keep lying for him.”

“I see.”

Sebastian’s teeth ground together. He turned to Adrian, eyes full of cold fury. Adrian broke out in a sweat, blood, and perspiration mixing on his face.

“No, it’s not true,” Adrian stammered. “They’re framing me! They’ve been bribed by her!”

Chapter 695

“Mr. Quant, don’t listen to this woman’s nonsense! I graduated from a reputable medical school and trained under some of the best. How could a young girl like her perform a surgery that I couldn’t?”

Adrian’s desperation was clear.

Ken, usually quiet, finally spoke up. “Adrian, are you done?”

Adrian instinctively looked at Ken and was met with a cold, unblinking stare. The moment their eyes met, Adrian felt a chill run down his spine as if he was facing the devil himself. He was stunned into silence, cold sweat soaking through his shirt in seconds.

Just then, a bodyguard in a sterile suit entered the operating room with a doctor.

“Sir, Dr. Mueller is here.”

Melody immediately recognized the name. Jacob Mueller was a renowned general surgeon in Halcyon and an expert in complex brain surgeries. His skillful hands had earned him the nickname “Miracle Hand” among his patients.

Melody had met him once in her past life. Jacob was known for both his medical ethics and expertise, someone even her teacher had praised. However, Jacob was deeply rooted in modern medicine and had a strong bias against traditional practices.

But since her teacher thought highly of him, Melody greeted him politely, “Dr. Mueller, it’s an honor.”

Jacob didn’t recognize her. He nodded slightly and approached Sebastian.

“Mr. Quant, I hope I’m not too late?”

“No, not at all,” Sebastian replied courteously. He gestured to Sid, who had just undergone surgery. “The surgery is supposedly complete, but there’s a disagreement here. One doctor says Sid needed bypass surgery, while the other says it wasn’t necessary. We’d like your opinion.”

Jacob nodded, maintaining a neutral expression, and moved toward the operating table.

The entire surgery had been recorded, so Jacob asked the assistant doctor to pull up the footage. The video of the first surgery had been deleted by Adrian, but the latest one was intact.

As the footage played, showing Melody using a traditional method and modern medical equipment to stop Sid’s bleeding, Jacob frowned.

“Ridiculous! Who uses traditional medicine in an operating room?”

Adrian started to speak, but Ken’s cold presence silenced him. All Adrian could do was hope he’d been right and that Sid really did need bypass surgery.

Melody didn’t pay Adrian any mind. She noted Jacob’s disdain, just like her teacher said, and calmly responded, “Dr. Mueller, please continue watching.”

Jacob glanced at her, clearly displeased, but held his tongue and returned to the video. As Sid’s bleeding was brought under control and eventually stopped, his expression shifted to one of confusion.

Melody waited patiently as Jacob finished watching the video, which had been sped up for time.

Sebastian was quick to ask, “Dr. Mueller, what’s the situation? Is Sid really cured? And what about the bypass surgery?”

Jacob replied, “There’s no need for bypass surgery. Performing it would only increase the risk.”

As he spoke, he gave Melody a look of mixed emotions. Meanwhile, Adrian’s face turned ashen.

‘I was wrong! How can my medical skills be inferior to this young girl’s? It’s not possible. I’ve studied medicine for years. Losing to her is unthinkable!’ Adrian thought.

But with Jacob’s confirmation, Sebastian knew the truth. All the problems pointed at Adrian, the man he had chosen to trust.

“Damn it!” Sebastian shouted, grabbing Adrian and raining punches and kicks down on him. Adrian howled in pain, helpless under the onslaught.

Jacob didn’t spare Adrian a glance. He could already guess what was going on and had no sympathy for quacks like Adrian.

Jacob’s focus was on Melody. After watching the surgery, he realized her skills were on par with his own, maybe even superior in a year or two. Yet she was so young, nearly half his age.

“Who taught you your medical skills?” Jacob asked directly.

Melody had anticipated this question. She calmly replied, “I’m self-taught. I earned my medical license through self-study.”

“Impossible! You’re not telling the truth,” Jacob insisted, certain of his disbelief.

Melody, unwilling to reveal her teacher’s identity, simply shrugged. “Believe what you will, but that’s the truth.”

“You.”

Before Jacob could press further, the assistant doctor stepped forward. “The surgery is complete, and the patient is being transferred back to the ICU. Is there anything else we need to do?”

“No,” Jacob said, waving him off. “I’ll monitor his recovery.

“Understood.”

The assistant doctor, familiar with Jacob’s reputation, quickly complied, transferring Sid back to the ICU through a special passage.

As the operating room door opened, Adrian took his chance. He broke free from Sebastian’s grip and bolted for the exit, but what he saw outside stopped him in his tracks.

A large group of bodyguards from both the Quant and Chapman families stood guard, along with several police officers in uniform.

The moment Adrian saw the police, guilt washed over him, and he lowered his head.

The lead officer immediately sensed something was off and approached him. “Are you Adrian Russo? Show us your ID. We need you to cooperate in a murder investigation.”

Adrian’s face drained of color. He frantically waved his hands. “No, no, I’m not Adrian Russo! I don’t know him.”

At that moment, Sebastian stormed out, grabbing Adrian by the collar.

“Adrian Russo, where do you think you’re going?”

The police officer narrowed his eyes. “So you are Adrian Russo. Why lie?”

“N-no, I.”

Adrian stammered, too terrified to form a coherent sentence.

A foul smell filled the air, and everyone looked down to see that Adrian had wet himself in fear.

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Chapter 686

“Go!” Janet’s men immediately swarmed Melody. Those people were all top-notch fighters. Her special assistant alone could fight ten people. She was more than enough to deal with a mere Melody. Thinking of this, Janet felt her blood boiling.

Even if things were as Sid said, and Ken suspected her, or if Ken truly fell in love with Melody, she didn’t care. She would not leave any traces behind. Besides, Ken wouldn’t cling to a dead person forever. Janet believed he’d eventually move on.

‘As long as Ken forgets about Melody, I can take over the spot in his heart anytime.’ Furthermore, Janet’s secret of collaborating with Ulric to deal with Sid will remain hidden. She could feel the burden in her heart slowly lifted.

Janet turned to look at Sid on the hospital bed and said half-smilingly, “Since you’ve chosen to stand on Melody’s side, you’ll die with her. Don’t worry, though, I’ll stab you in one move, so you don’t have to suffer anymore.” As she spoke, she bent down to look for the dagger that Melody had knocked away.

Sid struggled to sit up but still overestimated his physical fitness.

He had been in a coma for more than a week, and his limbs were difficult to move. Not only were they difficult to control, but every time he moved, a heart-wrenching pain would come from his chest. Even so, Sid endured the pain and struggled to sit up. As a man, he was not afraid of death. In any case, he had already walked through the gates of hell once.

However, he did not want to implicate Melody. She was innocent. So, he looked around, spotted a call bell on the wall, and pressed it hard. However, just as Sid was about to touch the call bell, a hand suddenly grabbed his wrist. Sid turned his head abruptly and met Janet’s eyes.

“You want to call for help? In your dream!” Janet pulled Sid off the bed. With a dull thud, Sid fell heavily from the hospital bed to the ground. The wounds on his chest split open almost at the same time, and the white gauze was instantly dyed red.

“Ugh…” Sid groaned in pain.

However, Janet did not feel guilty at all. She gripped the dagger in her hand tightly and bent down. “Let me help you ease your pain. Don’t worry, you won’t feel a thing.” She raised the dagger in her hand and aimed it at Sid’s chest.

However, in the nick of time, Melody flew and kicked Janet in the back. Janet was caught off guard and was kicked to the ground. The dagger in her hand cut her face. “My face!”

Janet screamed in pain. Ignoring the pain in her back, she quickly touched her face. Her palm was sticky. When she took a look, it was covered in blood.

Janet froze. Before she could do anything, Melody directly grabbed her and pressed her to the ground, immobilizing her. “Ah, let go of me. Let go of me! Someone-“

Janet shouted desperately, but no one came to help her. Seeing her helpless state, Melody said indifferently, “Don’t waste your energy. They won’t help you now.”

As she spoke, she grabbed Janet’s hair and pulled her head up, allowing her to see the state of her people. She realized that everyone, including her special assistant, had been knocked unconscious. The conscious ones had an extremely pained look and were unable to move.

Janet’s eyes widened in disbelief. She called their name one by one, but just as Melody had said, most of them were already unconscious and could not help her at all. “How could this be?”

Even though she had seen it with her own eyes, Janet was still unwilling to believe that Melody had beaten down her guards. She had never imagined that Melody would beat up all of her guards with her bare hands. A sense of fear flooded her heart. ‘No, I can’t get caught. Not like this! If I get caught, I will never be able to be with Ken again.

“No!” In an instant, a huge force erupted from Janet’s body, allowing her to break free from Melody’s restraints.

Melody did not expect Janet’s undying will to be so strong. After Janet broke free, she quickly went forward to grab Janet again. However, Janet came prepared. She reached into her pocket and sprinkled a piece of white powder from her palm.

Sid was the first to notice that something was wrong. He shouted to warn Melody, “Melody, be careful!”

Melody quickly turned her head to cover her mouth and nose with her right hand. But even so, she still inhaled a portion of the powder. For a moment, she felt a burning pain in her throat, and it slowly spread throughout her body. “Not good…”

Melody quickly took out her silver needles and inserted them into an acupuncture point on her body. While she did so, Janet picked up the dagger again and went after Melody. However, just as she took a step, two hands suddenly appeared and hugged her right leg tightly. Janet lowered his head and saw that it was Sid.

“Piss off!” Her eyes were bloodshot as she kicked Sid away. The kick landed on his wound.

“Ah!” Sid groaned in pain. His body trembled as he curled up into a ball. Janet did not even look at Sid as she charged towards Melody.

Melody was still detoxifying herself. There seemed to be a fire burning inside her body, and the non-existent fire slowly nibbled away at her strength. She no longer had the strength to stand on her feet. She bent her knees and slumped to the ground.

“Go to hell!” Janet swung her right hand and the dagger quickly flew towards Melody.

Melody subconsciously wanted to dodge, but she had underestimated the power of the unknown powder. Her body seemed to be frozen and she could not move at all. With her fate sealed, she closed her eyes reflexively.

However, the expected pain did not appear. Instead, Janet screamed. Melody opened her eyes and saw that Ken had appeared in the ICU. Janet’s chest was stabbed with the dagger that she had just thrown out. She was lying in a pool of blood in pain. Her eyes were wide open as she stared at Ken who had suddenly appeared. Janet did not believe that Ken would harm her. She was his good friend, comrade-in-arms, and childhood friend who had known each other for years.

Sid also widened his eyes in surprise, but he immediately let out a long sigh. He did not know how Ken did it, but he caught the dagger out of thin air and threw it towards Janet. In the past, Sid might have thought Ken was cold-blooded and did not care about old friendships. However, after seeing Janet’s real face, he did not think so anymore. He even felt satisfied.

“Why?” Janet asked with a trembling voice, “You did this to me because of her?”

Ken glanced at Janet as if looking at a cockroach. He quickly looked away in disgust and squatted before Melody to ask, “Are you hurt? What did she do to you?”

Chapter 687

Melody did not expect Ken to ignore Janet and turn around to ask about her situation. She could not help but recall what Sid had said, “I think you know Ken already has someone in his heart. That person is Melody!”

Melody was shocked. She looked at Ken, who was looking at her concernedly. It took her a long time to finally speak. She said with difficulty, “I got poisoned.”

Ken’s gaze instantly darkened. Meanwhile, Melody quickly pointed at the place where the silver needles were inserted and said, “Don’t worry, I’m already detoxifying myself, but it will take a few minutes to expel all the poison. I’ll be fine.” Ken heaved a sigh of relief, but his expression did not look much better.

When Janet saw that Ken only had eyes for Melody and not her, her heart was burned by jealousy. “Ken, I’m talking to you!”

Ken finally looked up at Janet, but his eyes were cold. “Where did she poison you? What’s the poison’s name? What’s the effect? Is there an antidote?”

His words were all related to Melody. It was as if Janet was nonexistent. Janet was so jealous that she almost bit her lip. Janet tried to smear Melody’s reputation with her last vestige of hope. “So you believe her and not me? You don’t even want to hear my explanation?”

Ken walked up to Janet and asked flatly, “Explain? Alright, then explain why you attacked her and Sid!”

Janet took a deep breath and held her injured chest in pain. She said pitifully, “You heard it wrong, although what you see made you think it’s true. The reason why I wanted to kill her was because I heard that she and Sid were plotting to collaborate with Ulric to end you. Therefore, I was so angry that I brought people to deal with them. However, I didn’t expect her to be so skilled, so I poisoned her to protect myself. Later on, you came and saw all this. And even worse, you turned the knife and aimed it at me. Do you know how painful my heart is?”

Melody almost laughed. She couldn’t believe Janet tried to right the wrong when the evidence was clear. She had never seen such a shameless person. But at the same time,

Melody also realized that she was nervous.

Melody was not sure if Ken would choose to believe Janet’s words or believe her and Sid. At that moment, Ken’s back was facing her. She could not see the expression on his face.

However, she could see that James’s expression was shaken. Janet saw the wavering in James’s eyes and looked at Wilona pitifully. “James, you’re willing to believe me, right?”

James lowered his gaze in confusion. Of course, he was willing to believe Janet. They had been partners for so many years. However, Sid was like a brother to Ken.

If someone betrayed his boss, the most likely person to do so would be Melody. But at that moment, Sid was on the same side as Melody. He did not know which side to stand on. “Sir…”

After hesitating, James said, “We don’t know the truth yet. Why don’t we wait until everyone’s injuries are healed first?”

Ken narrowed his eyes and said indifferently, “Since you still refuse to admit it, why don’t you listen to this recording first, Miss Murphy?”

“What recording?” Janet instantly felt anxious.

The next second, Ken nimbly took his phone from his pocket and played a recording. The recording was of Janet working with Ulric at the airport to deal with Averi and Sid. What was even more shocking to Janet was that Ken owned the recording.

In the recording, Janet panicked and told Ulric that she had killed Sid. She asked him to send someone over to deal with the corpse. James’s face was filled with disbelief. His eyes widened almost immediately. “Miss Murphy, were you the one who attacked Mr. Quant? How could you do that?”

“I didn’t!” Janet subconsciously wanted to retort, but no matter how hard she racked her brain, she could not explain it. Since Ken could obtain the recordings, he must have confirmed their authenticity. She had no way to refute him.

Sid glanced coldly at Janet and glanced at James. “James, do you still believe that vicious woman?”

James’s worldview was greatly impacted. He opened his mouth and wanted to say something but realized he did not know what to say. He could only glare coldly at Janet as if looking at a stranger.

Ken raised his chin slightly, his eyes filled with indifference. “Now, do you have anything else to explain?”

After a brief silence, Janet suddenly raised her head and laughed as if she had gone crazy. “Ha, hahaha…” Her tears and the blood on her face made it impossible to tell if she was bleeding or crying.

That scene made James’s scalp tingle. Fortunately, Janet soon stopped laughing. She seemed tired and looked at Ken quietly as if she was mumbling. “I did it all for you. I love you so much and have liked you years ago. But what about you? Do you think of me as a person for even a moment? I admit I lost to Mango back then, but I can’t accept losing to that ugly freak, Melody! Why would you rather like such a despicable person than take another look at me, even if it’s just a glance?”

Melody was completely stunned. She looked at Ken in a daze. ‘Is he truly like me? How is that possible?’

“Enough!” Ken scolded coldly, “James, inform the police to come and bring her out!”

However, James did not respond. Ken frowned and looked over. He saw that James was also dumbfounded. It was obvious he was too shocked by Janet’s words.

Ken closed his eyes in frustration. He did not want Melody to know his feelings under such circumstances. He did not even dare to look Melody in the eye. ‘Damn it!’

Eventually, Ken called the police himself. Of course, he did not call the Halcyon Police Department. Instead, he directly informed the head of the police station to come and arrest Janet. If Ken didn’t act quickly, her family would bail her out first. He would not give The Murphy family an opening.

After the call, Sebastian, Nickolas, and Warner arrived. Warner was the most anxious among the three. When he went down to tell Sebastian something might have happened up there, he didn’t find him or his grandfather. After asking around, he found they had gone to buy coffee because the bodyguards had the wrong flavor. It was not easy for him to chase after the two of them. And when he returned, he saw this scene.

Melody could understand where Sebastian’s overconfidence came from. Perhaps because he had been living peacefully for more than a week and had learned that Ulric was in prison, he had completely let down his guard. Little did he know the most dangerous person was in the same ward as Sid. This made Melody even more certain that believing in others was equivalent to being cruel to oneself.

Chapter 688

As Sebastian ran into the ICU, he saw Janet’s men had been knocked unconscious. Then, he saw the pale Sid. “Son!” Sebastian was shocked and quickly ran towards his son.

On the way, he was surprised that his son was not the only one injured. Janet and Melody were hurt as well. “What the hell is going on?”

Ken supported Melody and told Sid, “Explain to him yourself. I’ll help Melody find a place to lie down first.”

“I’ll go too.” Warner was about to follow when Nickolas pulled him back.

“Grandpa?”

Nickolas ignored Warner and said directly to Sebastian, “I’ll ask my men to screen this place thoroughly to see if there are any hidden dangers.”

“Many thanks, Nickolas!”

“It’s a small matter.” As Nickolas spoke, he dragged Warner out.

Warner watched as Ken helped Melody into the ward next door. He lowered his voice and asked, “Grandpa, why don’t you let me go over?”

Nickolas glared at Warner and said, “Do you think I don’t know what’s happening in your head? I know you’re after Melody. Don’t try to make a scene.”

“But…”

“She’s already married, give up! Hurry up and see where Sebastian’s men have been taken to.”

Warner looked disappointed, but he could only nod. “Got it.”

In the ICU, Sid endured the pain in his chest and lay back on the bed with Qiao Shan’s help. Sebastian looked at Janet on the ground. She looked as if she was possessed. She didn’t move as if she was in despair. Sebastian also realized something was wrong with her. He quickly asked Sid, “Son, what on earth is going on?”

Sid explained shortly, “At the airport, she was the one who attacked me with Ulric Swanson. She betrayed Ken and me.”

“What?” Sebastian was furious and glared at Janet. He thought his son, Ken, and Janet were good friends. However, he did not expect that she was the one who wanted his son’s life. “Why are you doing this?”

Sebastian questioned with a trembling voice. His tone was filled with anger, disappointment, and deep confusion. “Haven’t you always been good friends with Sid? How could you do that?”

However, Janet seemed to be deaf and had no intention of answering Sebastian’s question. Instead, her eyes kept staring at where Ken had left.

“You-” Sebastian was so angry that he raised his hand and slapped Janet.

Janet’s face, which was already cut by the dagger, started bleeding even more. At that moment, she finally reacted. Her eyes stared at Sebastian like a monster eyeing its prey.

Sebastian was about to speak when James Deeds stepped forward and said, “Mr. Quant, leave this matter to us. Mr. Swanson has already called the police over. They will give your son justice.”

James Deeds, who had seen Janet’s true colors, was no longer protecting Janet. However, If Janet died, they wouldn’t get their answers. Turning her in was the best choice they had.

Sebastian also figured this out and said coldly, “Take her out! I don’t want to see her face.”

“Understood.” James Deeds replied. He waved his hand and had someone bring Janet out.

Although Janet’s chest was stabbed with a dagger, it did not injure any vital points, so it only looked terrifying. Adrian’s men treated her wounds. During this period, Janet was uncooperative and wanted to commit suicide several times. However, James Deeds did not give her a chance at all. He stopped her every time. Because of this, James Deeds had to monitor her every move. His eyes never left Janet.

Not long after Janet was taken away for treatment, Adrian rushed to the ICU and immediately examined Sid’s wound. Beside him, Sebastian asked concernedly, “Adrian, is my son alright?”

The more Adrian checked, the more shocked he became. He looked at Sid in shock. Not only did the wound on Sid’s body split open, but it also injured his internal organs that were not fully healed. Under such circumstances, it was already a miracle that he did not faint and remained conscious. However, Sid was hanging on with his last breath. Although his brain was still active, his body was so weak that he could not speak.

“Adrian, say something!” Sebastian shouted.

Adrian’s forehead was drenched in cold sweat. He lowered his eyes and said, “Your son’s condition isn’t looking good. He needs to undergo a second surgery immediately.”

“What? But he just woke up. Shouldn’t he rest for a while before starting his second surgery? How can he last until the surgery is over?”

Adrian thought so too. However, if he did not perform the surgery immediately, he was sure that Sid would not last past midnight that night. However, he did not know how to perform a second surgery with a patient in such a state. Additionally, a small hospital like theirs would never have the proper equipment to perform it.

Any patients who needed major surgery would have long gone to a big hospital in Silverlake. They would never come to such a place. Moreover, his theoretical knowledge was only learned recently because of Sid’s condition. Adrian doubted he could perform the surgery. ‘I can’t do it.’

However, in the current situation, even if he did not know how to do it, he could only brace himself and do it. If he was lucky and the surgery was successful, he would rise to the top and have a bright future. But if it was the other way around, he had thought of pushing all the blame to the woman who had been caught. He said that she had injured Sid’s internal organs too badly, which was why the surgery could not be completed successfully. ‘Alright, I think I can do it.’

After making up his mind, Adrian felt unprecedentedly relaxed. He turned to Sebastian and said confidently, “Mr. Quant, we don’t have a choice. If your son doesn’t undergo surgery, he might not be able to last until tomorrow morning. But don’t worry, I’ll do my best to operate on him.”

“Do we have to start the surgery immediately?”

“Sir, why would I lie to you? It won’t do me any good if I lie to you. You have to believe me.”

“Well…” Sebastian looked at Sid awkwardly. “Son, what do you think?”

Sid knew his condition the best. His condition was indeed bad. This feeling was worse than the one he had at the

airport. It was more painful, and he forced himself to stay awake. Sid opened his mouth and finally managed to speak. “Listen to him…”

Sebastian nodded and said, “Then I’ll call Melody and let her treat…”

“Don’t!” Adrian subconsciously stopped Sebastian. “I heard Miss Fox had been poisoned. If we call her, she won’t be able to help. Even worse, she might get herself killed. It’s better to leave it to me.”

“Okay… I’ll leave you to set up your team. Is there anything you need me to do?”

Adrian looked around and said, “Protect everyone performing your son’s surgery. Don’t let anyone in. During the surgery, we must not be disturbed at all. Otherwise, my scalpel might land in the wrong place.”

Chapter 689

When Adrian said, “Look after the people in the operating room,” he meant to look after the door. However, Sebastian seemed to treat his men like a guard dog. So, he changed his words.

Sebastian couldn’t care less about those words at that moment. His mind was only filled with his son’s life and safety. When he heard Adrian say that being disturbed might cause the scalpel to land in the wrong place, he was so frightened that he broke out in a cold sweat.

Sebastian hurriedly said, “Adrian, don’t worry. You can focus on Sid while I guard the surroundings. I guarantee a mosquito won’t be able to fly inside.”

With Sebastian’s reassurance, Adrian felt slightly more at ease. He feared that Melody would suddenly barge in and take his credit.

Thinking of Melody, Adrian emphasized again, “Then I’ll prepare the equipment. But remember. After the surgery begins, don’t let anyone in.”

“Don’t worry. Leave it to me!” After Sebastian repeatedly assured him, Adrian was completely relieved and prepared to start the second operation for Sid.

On the other side, Melody finally felt the burning sensation in her body dissipate. She checked her pulse. Seeing that the poison was almost completely expelled, she removed the silver needles from her body one by one.

“Feeling better?” Ken asked concernedly.

Melody nodded slightly and said, “This poison is common on the market. It gives an uncomfortable sensation but is easy to detoxify. However, I’m afraid Sebastian’s men can’t be saved anymore.”

When she discovered Sebastian’s men, they were already badly poisoned. Even if she ignored Sid to treat them, it would be useless. The most important thing about this poison was that it had to be treated in time. This was also the reason why she chose to detoxify herself first instead of dealing with Janet. As long as the poison was cured in two minutes, she wouldn’t die.

Hearing Melody’s explanation, Ken’s expression stiffened. “Sorry, I was late. I should have come with you.”

Melody shook her head. “It’s not your fault. No one expected Janet to find a loophole and make her move.”

“Don’t mention her name again. Do you need some water?” Ken took a glass of water attentively but did not dare to look Melody in the eye.

After Janet spilled his feelings for Melody, Ken realized he could no longer maintain his previous ease in front of Melody. There was a stronger emotion than before, frantically breaking through the blockade. However, if this emotion did break through, he was afraid he would not even be friends with Melody.

“Thank you.” It was not that Melody did not see the complicated emotions in Ken’s eyes, but she did not know how to explain her feelings. She liked Ken, that was for sure. However, she had too many concerns.

Even if what Sid and Janet said was true, Melody doubted she could love someone wholeheartedly. Ulric had broken her heart, and she had yet to recover. Under such circumstances, it was not only irresponsible for her to easily determine their relationship, but it was also unfair to Ken. When she loved someone, she wanted to love that person wholeheartedly and not be haunted by her past relationships.

Melody held the glass and thought about something. Although she was not thirsty, she still drank the water bit by bit. “Well…”

Ken closed his eyes. When he opened them again, his gaze was even more certain than before. “Janet said…”

“Don’t worry,” Melody said reflexively. “I know Janet misunderstood. You don’t have to explain.” If what Janet said was true, she would try to reject Ken. She believed Ken understood her. Even if Janet misunderstood, he could help Ken by saying this. Neither of them would be embarrassed.

When Ken heard Melody’s answer, he understood what she meant. He choked and swallowed the words he was about to say. Anyone with an observant eye would know that Janet was not misunderstanding. However, Melody’s words affirmed that she rejected Ken.

Ken laughed bitterly in his heart. He had never been this disappointed. However, he quickly accepted the fact that he had been rejected. If he couldn’t do it once, he would do it twice, thrice, countless times.

A good woman was afraid of being pestered by a man. Perhaps it was not bad for Janet to spill it for him. In the future, when he took care of Melody, he could be more open and aboveboard. There was no need to find a dignified reason. Before Melody had someone he liked, Ken would always have a chance.

After figuring that out, Ken felt relieved. He no longer restrained himself and asked considerately, “Do you want to drink some more water?”

“No need.” Melody waved her hand. “Let’s go take a look at Sid. I’ve almost recovered.”

Thinking of Sid, Ken had no choice but to nod. However, he still reminded her, “Don’t be too stubborn. If you feel uncomfortable, let me know at any time.”

Melody’s back stiffened slightly.

‘What’s wrong with him?’ After she rejected him, Ken’s attitude towards her became much better than before. ‘Does he truly have feelings for me?’

Melody tried her best not to get caught up in this emotional conflict. She shook her head and said, “I’m fine now. Then, she got up and left the bed. She and Ken headed to the ICU where Sid was.

However, when they arrived at the ICU, no one was there. Even the equipment used by Sid was gone. “What’s going on?” Ken instantly frowned and called Spencer to ask, “Where is he?”

Spencer immediately reported, “Mr. Quant’s physical condition doesn’t seem promising, so they started the second surgery.”

“What?” Melody grabbed Spencer’s collar anxiously and asked, “Where are they now? Has the surgery begun?”

“I’m not sure if it has started. But the surgery was performed in the operating room where Mr. Quant was operated last time.”

Melody released her grip on Spencer’s collar and ran towards the operating room. Ken looked coldly at Spencer, but he did not have the time to ask why he did not inform him in advance. He quickly followed Melody.

Seeing this, Spencer felt aggrieved. He wanted to report it, but Sebastian told him not to disturb Miss Fox’s treatment. He was also afraid that Miss Fox’s condition would not be good after being poisoned. So, after hesitating, he chose to wait at the entrance of the ICU. Unexpectedly, he made the wrong decision.

*****

In the operating room, the people operating on Sid were the same people operating on his first surgery because Adrian’s hospital only had a few doctors. When they learned that they needed to perform a second surgery on Sid, their faces were filled with panic. However, due to Adrian’s warning, they could only brace themselves and begin the surgery.

After the anesthesia took effect, Sid quickly lost

consciousness. Adrian was not good at anything else, but his laparotomy was not bad. However, when the situation of Sid’s internal organs was revealed, Adrian’s expression looked ugly. He looked as if he had eaten a pile of sh*t.

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The others gasped when they saw Sid’s condition. His internal organs had varying degrees of damage and bleeding. Coupled with the problems left behind from the previous surgery, it became more troublesome than the last time they treated him.

With Melody’s absence, they doubted they could do the surgery. If they persisted, it would be no different from harming Sid’s life.

Someone saw Adrian was also stunned. He mustered his courage and asked, “Adrian, why don’t we tell the family directly? His situation is too bad. We can’t do this kind of surgery. Hurry up and transfer this patient to a larger hospital, or let the doctors from Silverlake come over.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Adrian glared at him coldly. “It’s impossible to transfer him, and it’s impossible to call other doctors over for surgery. This surgery can only be done by me!”

Once other people came over to perform this surgery, all that was left for him was monitoring Sid’s condition. Sebastian would only remember the person who performed the surgery and ignored his hard work. Being obsessively ambitious, Adrian would not let anyone have the chance to snatch his credit.

The assistants looked at each other, and a girl carefully suggested, “If we don’t let other hospitals interfere, why don’t we get the director to help? He has more surgical experience than us.”

Adrian’s face stiffened at the thought of his father. He had accidentally killed his father long ago, and his body was still locked in his office. ‘How could a dead person perform surgery?’

Adrian remained calm and explained, “My father hasn’t been feeling well recently. He can’t even look after his body, let alone operate on Mr. Quant!”

“But…”

“Shut up, all of you. There are no buts! If anyone dares to say another word, I can guarantee they will never have anything to do with the medical field in their life!”

The people in the operating room had only become doctors after studying hard during the New Year. As soon as this threat was made, no one dared to speak anymore.

Adrian was slightly satisfied and said, “Don’t just stand there. Let’s start the surgery! We’ll debridement and clean up the bleeding places before repairing his damaged tissue.”

While the operating room was busy, Melody ran towards it at full speed. At that moment, she saw two rows of bodyguards standing at the entrance of the operating room.

Sebastian paced back and forth anxiously at the entrance.

Nickolas comforted him. “He’s young. He’ll be able to survive. Didn’t you see how energetic he was when he entered? Don’t let your body collapse before he comes out.”

Warner took the opportunity to talk about something else. “Mr. Quant, I brought people to search around just now and found the people you set up at the ICU level. However, everyone is already…”

Without needing to finish, Sebastian understood what Warner meant.

He was stunned and said with a deep hatred and heartache, “Damn you, Janet. I will seek justice for my people!”

“One more thing…” Warner had just opened his mouth when he heard footsteps approaching. His intuition told him that it might be Melody. So, he immediately stopped talking and looked at her.

A few seconds later, Melody appeared at the entrance. Her eyes lit up, but when he saw Ken Swanson appear right behind her, her gaze instantly dimmed. “Mr. Quant!”

Melody ignored the change in Warner’s expression. She caught her breath and asked, “Has Sid’s surgery begun?”

Sebastian nodded. Just as he was about to pretend to be concerned and ask about Melody’s body, he saw Melody walking towards the doctor’s passageway in the operating room.

His heart tightened and he immediately chased after her to block her way. “Miss Fox, where are you going?”

“Performing surgery for your son.” Melody paused and misunderstood Sebastian’s question. She took the initiative to say, “Don’t worry, the poison in my body has been expelled. I can operate on Sid now.”

The corners of Sebastian’s mouth twitched as he said, “That’s not what I meant. What I meant was that the surgery had already begun. You don’t need to go in. If you go in, you’ll disturb Adrian’s operation.”

Melody finally understood what Sebastian meant. She frowned and asked, “Did Adrian ask you not to tell me he wants to start the second surgery?”

Sebastian didn’t know why Melody asked this, but he still answered truthfully, “That’s right, but he didn’t ask me to hide it from you, only saying that no one should go in and disturb him. So, thank you for your good intentions, but you don’t have to go in.”

“Heh.” Melody narrowed her eyes coldly and said, “Mr. Quant, you’ve been deceived. That person has no medical skills, and his surgical skills are even worse. In other words, if he’s in charge of this surgery, I’m afraid your son will be doomed.”

Sebastian’s face suddenly stiffened. “Miss Fox, please be careful with your words and actions!”

Ken Swanson immediately walked forward. “Mr. Quant, I believe what Melody said is true. Melody was also inside when the first surgery was performed. She knows how Adrian works the best.”

“Enough! I don’t want to hear another word. I won’t let anyone enter the operating room.” Sebastian’s expression was resolute, causing Melody and Ken Swanson to frown.

However, Warner approached and ensured, “My grandpa, and I have witnessed Melody’s medical skills. Even if she can’t help much, having one more person can improve the success rate of Sid’s surgery.”

“There’s no need.” Sebastian’s face was still cold as he added, “I’ve already informed someone to pick up the surgeon from Insterimond. He’ll be here in two hours, so there’s no need for Miss Fox’s help.”

Melody’s face darkened. “But what if I am needed inside?”

Ken Swanson took a step closer to Melody. This step meant that he was taking sides. The situation instantly became tense.

In the operating room, the surgery was originally quite smooth. But after Sid’s internal organs were repaired, something happened.

“This is not good!” A doctor said with a serious expression, “He’s bleeding heavily!”

Adrian’s expression looked pale. “What are you waiting for? Hurry up and give him a blood transfusion!”

“He’s losing blood. The most important thing right now is to stop the bleeding!”

“I don’t need you to tell me that!” Adrian glared at the doctor and hurriedly started to stop the bleeding.

He used both the hemostatic bandage and the hemostatic forceps, but although the bleeding lessened for a moment, it quickly became more serious. Adrian’s forehead broke out in a cold sweat when he saw Sid’s blood pressure drop rapidly.

“Get the hemostatic pump and set it to maximum!”

However, after an emergency treatment, Sid’s hemorrhage still did not recover.

‘Damn it!’ Adrian couldn’t take it anymore. In that situation, Sid would die.

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Chapter 676

Upon hearing Ken’s name, Zara’s face instantly displayed fear. She waved her hands repeatedly and said, “No, no, I’m sure I’ll find out before we start shooting.”

Melody, amused, asked, “Why are you so afraid of Ken? He won’t hurt you.”

Zara smiled awkwardly and hung her head, remaining silent.

She had fallen for Ken at first sight due to his handsome appearance at an earlier event.

But thanks to Melody’s introductions, after interacting with him a few times, she realized she was on a completely different level from him.

A single cold glance from Ken could intimidate her so much that she felt embarrassed at even the mere mention of his name.

There must be some problem with her to dare to fancy Ken before!

Now, she couldn’t even bring herself to look at him again. Her feelings had entirely shifted to awe and reverence, and she no longer dared to harbor any longing for him.

Seeing Zara’s silence, Melody guessed what might be troubling her but decided not to press further. Instead, she changed the subject and said, “You have more free time lately. If you’re bored, feel free to come by Herbathrive and hang out with me. I’m usually there.”

“Okay,” Zara replied. She pointed to the fork in the road ahead and said, “I live in that apartment. Do you want to come up and sit for a bit?”

“No, I’ve been busy recently and haven’t been to Herbathrive much. I need to check on things over there,” Melody said.

“I understand. I won’t keep you any longer. Just drop me off at the curb,” Zara said.

However, Melody still had Spencer drive to the entrance of the apartment and watched Zara enter before instructing Spencer to drive to Herbathrive.

Once at Herbathrive, Melody first went to check on Seventeen.

Seventeen, as usual, tried to get up when she arrived, but she gently pushed him back down on the bed and said, “Stay put. I need to check your wound.”

Seventeen nodded, looking uneasy, and lay back down, though still tense.

Melody removed the gauze and, after inspecting the wound, said, “The wound is healing very well. I’ll remove the stitches in two more days.”

Seventeen tried to get up to thank her, but Melody anticipated this and kept him down.

“If you want your injury to heal properly and get back to work, you need to stay still,” she said firmly.

Seventeen paused silently and then said, “Yes!”

After that, Melody settled on the stone table in the small courtyard and called James.

The phone was quickly answered, and James’ voice came through. “Miss Fox, what can I do for you?”

Melody said succinctly, “Please send someone to check if Nana’s items from Herbathrive to the Jensen family are being held up by anyone.”

“Yes!” James said.

This task might have been complicated for others, given that it involved someone else’s home, but it was undoubtedly a piece of cake for James.

In less than half an hour, James called back. “Miss Fox, I found out what you asked me to check.”

Melody put down her coffee. “Go ahead.”

“The items Nana sent were intercepted by the current mistress of the Jensen family. As soon as she moved in, she replaced all of the Jensen family’s original servants with her own people. So as soon as the items were mailed, they went directly to her,” James said.

“I see,” Melody responded, not surprised at all.

If it had been otherwise, Zane would not have remained so arrogant for so long.

He must have been kicked out of the Jansen family just like Nana, or even worse.

James’ voice came through again. “Do you need me to do anything else?”

“No, I’ll handle it myself. Please give me Dennis’ email address sol can send it directly to him,” Melody said.

“Okay,” James replied.

Melody hesitated, remembered Ken, and asked, “Has he had lunch yet?”

“Not yet…” James said.

“Then remind him to have lunch, or I’ll make some food for him and have Spencer deliver it,” Melody said.

James quickly replied, “It’s better to have Spencer deliver it. I… I don’t dare disturb Ken.”

“Alright then.” Melody hung up the phone and headed to the kitchenette.

In the kitchenette, Talia was preparing rice and getting ready for the evening meal.

Seeing Melody, she asked hurriedly, “Miss Fox, haven’t you had lunch yet?”

“I’ve had lunch. I’m just making a few dishes for a friend,” Melody said.

Talia realized something, and she asked with a smile, “Is it the friend you sent pasta to last time?”

“Ahem…” Melody blushed and responded somewhat awkwardly, “I need to use the kitchen.”

Talia smiled and silently gathered her things before leaving the kitchen.

Melody prepared the vegetable soup before starting on the main dishes.

It was past twelve, and she didn’t make anything too elaborate and just made some salads and a steak, which took no more than half an hour.

After handing the food box to Spencer, she breathed a sigh of relief.

“Remember, you must watch him eat before you come back,” Melody said.

“Yes!” Spencer replied solemnly, treating the food box as if it were something of immense value. He carefully got into the car and drove away.

After watching Spencer leave, Melody was about to ask David to notify the applicants for their interviews when David rushed into the clinic. “Miss Fox, there’s trouble…”

After the previous incident, facing David’s alarmist tendencies like “wolf is here” again, Melody had become very calm. She asked lightly, “What’s wrong now?”

David, looking anxious, said, “A group of thugs has shown up outside. Their leader claims to be the son of the Jensen family and is demanding to settle a score with Nana.”

“Where’s Nana?” Melody asked.

“She went to the harbor to receive a shipment that arrived a few days ago and hasn’t come back yet.”

Melody then realized that this time, the “wolf” was really here, and perhaps she had attracted it herself.

However, she wasn’t worried. This “wolf” was only a sheep in wolf skin, and its threat was more bark than bite.

She replied in a calm tone, “I understand. First, have someone calm the patients and move them to the second floor for safety. Then, call Nana and tell her not to rush back. I’ll be right down.”

“Yes!” David hurried off.

Melody opened her laptop, created a new email address, and sent an email with a paternity test for Zane and another man, as well as evidence that lan had been unfaithful to Denise.

She also warned Dennis in the email that Zane had come to Herbathrive looking for trouble with his biological daughter.

After sending the email, Melody quickly typed out a string of code, hit “Enter”, and shut the laptop with a decisive motion. She then got up and headed downstairs.

There never seemed to be a free moment.

Meanwhile, at Jensen Group, Dennis was preparing a celebratory banquet for his company’s successful listing.

He had just asked his assistant to bring the company’s contact list and planned to draw up the invitation list when his computer suddenly went black.

“What’s going on… Is there a power outage?” Dennis asked.

Dennis rushed to check the office circuit, but the computer’s black screen lit up again, displaying a forced email that had just been received.

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Dennis soon realized that if he didn’t click on the email, his computer wouldn’t work.

Upon discovering that his computer had been hacked, a surge of anger overwhelmed him.

“It must be a blackmail email!” he thought furiously as he clicked it open.

However, the video and the paternity test that appeared made him freeze and halted his preparations to call the police.

After a few seconds, Dennis quickly forwarded both the paternity test and the video to the legal department.

Once it was confirmed that the paternity test and video were authentic and not forged or fabricated, his anger reached monstrous levels.

The assistant outside the office only heard Dennis’ furious exclamation. “Bitch!”

Before she could go in and ask what had happened, Dennis had already stormed out of the office.

Without a moment’s pause, Dennis barked, “Prepare the car! Take all the bodyguards and follow me to Herbathrive immediately!”

The assistant, stunned by his urgency, quickly responded with a hurried, “Yes.”

*****

Meanwhile, at the entrance of Herbathrive, Melody descended the stairs from the second floor to find that David had already gathered all the patients and their families in the lounge for coffee.

“Miss Fox, you’re finally here,” David rushed over to her and whispered, “Nana seems to have guessed what’s happening. She ignored my advice and is already on her way back. She’ll be here soon.”

“I know. It’s alright. It’s okay to let her witness it,” Melody replied.

“What does that mean?” David asked, puzzled.

Melody patted David on the shoulder. As Melody told him he would soon find out, Zane’s harsh, angry voice came from the door, “Nana, you shameless bitch, get out!”

Melody walked over to the door and saw that it wasn’t just Zane. Ian Leigh also came.

lan was Zane’s mother and the current matriarch of the Jensen family.

The weather was not very cold, but she already wore an expensive mink coat.

However, her taste was just as bad as Zane’s, which made her only know how to wear expensive clothes and not what suited her. It was evident she was more of a showy thug than a dignified noblewoman.

When Melody had discreetly investigate lan for Nana and Talia, she discovered that lan had once been a salesperson in a men’s clothing store and had occasionally worked as an escort.

It was during her time as an escort that she had become involved with Dennis.

Initially, Dennis had only come to Ian for fun and used condoms each time they had sex.

But lan wasn’t willing to let Dennis, a rich man, slip away. When she found out that she was pregnant with another lover’s child, but she went to Dennis and told him that it was his child.

It was not entirely unlikely for a woman to get pregnant despite using a condom, and Dennis was too drunk to remember if he had used condom each time.

Dennis, who had no son of his own, was overwhelmed with joy upon learning that lan’s baby was a boy. He did not doubt lan at all and provided for lan and the child, Zane.

lan had initially thought that she would remain a mistress to Dennis for the rest of her life. However, she unexpectedly became Dennis’ wife after the events involving Nana.

Despite this, lan’s feelings for the aging Dennis had faded, and she continued to secretly see her lover. This relationship was caught on video and in photos by Melody’s people.

As a result, Melody suspected that Zane might not be Dennis’ biological son, prompting her to arrange a paternity test.

The test was conducted using hair samples, so neither party involved was aware of it.

*****

With Zane yelling and cursing loudly, lan maintained a composed demeanor like a real lady, gently pulling Zane’s hand and saying, “It’s not worth lowering ourselves by yelling at that kind of pariah. It also diminishes our status.”

Then, she turned to the man behind her and said, “Go inside and bring out Nana and her mother for me.”

The man in question was lan’s date, Adam Mendes.

Zane was unaware of this and always thought Adam was a distant relative of his mother.

Adam, furious after learning that his son had been beaten by Nana’s men, agreed with a terse “yes” and brought his men to force their way into Herbathrive.

At Melody’s signal, David brought a group of Herbathrive’s men forward to block their way. “Stop right there! No one is allowed in! If you’re smart, leave now, or we’ll call the police!”

The mention of calling the police made professional gangsters like Adam hesitate.

lan, irritated, pulled away from Adam, who was blocking her path, and asked David, “How much are you paid at Herbathrive?”

David, taken aback by the unexpected question, frowned in confusion. “Why are you asking that?”

lan pulled out a wad of cash and dropped it at David’s feet with a dismissive flick of her wrist. “Here’s 2,000 dollars. That should cover two months of your salary, right? Take the money and go get Nana and her mom for me.”

David sneered at her condescending gesture and snapped, “Idiot!”

lan’s face darkened. “Who are you calling an Idiot? Say that again!”

“Just look at you! A shameless homewrecker is a homewrecker, no matter how much you strut around. Do you still want to act shamelessly? Huh?” David said.

“You!” lan was so enraged that she raised her hand, ready to slap David.

Melody was about to intervene, but she saw David grab Ian’s wrist and twist it behind her. And then he pushed Ian away and said, “I’m no gentleman. I hit women too. Get out now before I do!”

Melody felt a deep sense of relief.

There would come a day when she wouldn’t have the time or energy to oversee Herbathrive daily, and David’s commanding presence meant the Herbathrive had a worthy successor.

Zane, watching from a distance, was incensed by David’s words. “Damn it! How dare you talk to my mom like that? Are you all idiots? Beat him to a pulp for me!”

Adam had been waiting for lan and Zane to give the signal. With them taking the blame, he wasn’t worried about the police.

At Zane’s command, Adam led the charge to break in.

But as soon as his foot crossed the threshold of Herbathrive, a stick struck his right leg with a loud crack.

“Ah…” Adam screamed in pain and collapsed to his knees.

lan and Zane turned to see who had attacked, and when Zane recognized the attacker, his eyes widened with a mix of rage and panic. “It’s you!”

He saw Melody, the woman who had nearly strangled him at the restaurant!

“You know her?” lan asked.

“Yeah!” Zane said, pointing at Melody. “She’s the one who almost choked me to death today and beat up all my men!”

“So it was you.” lan narrowed her eyes but quickly composed herself and said, “It must be Nana and Talia who let you do that, right?”

Melody scoffed. “You’re mistaken. I didn’t even know who he was before I hit him.”

lan raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced. “Then why did you hit him?”

Melody glanced at Zane with disdain and replied nonchalantly, “Because he deserved it.”

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Melody’s attitude had lan fuming once again. “You!”

“Mom, don’t talk nonsense with her! Just beat her to death! Even if she dies, my dad will still help to deal with it!” Zane shouted.

Zane even wished that he could kill Melody himself, but given her fighting ability, he could only stoke the flames in front of lan and let the others handle it.

He didn’t understand why his mom was wasting so much time on this unattractive woman when she could have just killed Melody.

“Shut the hell up!” lan glared at Zane before turning to Melody with a forced smile. “Look, girl, you’re young and maybe a bit reckless. I can forgive you for being impulsive. If you agree to come with us to the police station and say that Talia coerced you into attacking my son, not only will I not hold you accountable, but I’ll also reward you generously.”

Melody sneered, looking at lan as if she was an idiot.

lan, oblivious to her disdain, continued to smile. “Don’t be embarrassed. People are like that, and they always make the best choice. Talia, that homeless dog, doesn’t have anything to offer you. Whatever she promised, I can give you double, no, ten times that amount! And judging by your appearance, there must be very few guys interested in you, right? If you side with me, I can introduce you to wealthy, successful men and ensure you never have to worry about anything.”

Melody couldn’t help but laugh.

Wealthy, successful men?

She didn’t need that at all.

Zane quickly realized what his mom was trying to do-it was all about pulling this unattractive woman into their side.

He soon understood that dealing with Nana and Talia were more important than dealing with Melody.

He had to admit, his mom was still sharp. Long before he became his dad’s favored son, he had resented Nana and Talia who had taken his place.

If they could be sent to prison, it would be a satisfying way to relieve his hatred.

Thinking this, Zane put on a grin and added, “Miss, you might want to consider it. I’ll definitely forget all the past quarrel and introduce you to a good man.”

Melody impatiently shifted her neck from side to side. “Have you guys finished? I’ll repeat myself once again. I only hit him because he deserved it. It had nothing to do with Talia or Nana.”

lan frowned. “What do you mean by that? Think carefully. I can offer you ten times what Talia promised. From what my son says, you have some skills. I could easily make you the head of security for the Jensen family or even my personal bodyguard, and take you to high society events.”

This time, even David was amused by what she said. “Do you really think Miss Fox cares about being a bodyguard captain? Get out of here now if you don’t want to end up in serious trouble, or we’ll show no mercy!”

Melody raised her eyebrows, clearly thinking the same as David.

After realizing that a softer approach wouldn’t work, Ian’s expression hardened. “Alright! Adam, teach them a harsh lesson-no mercy! Beat them until they’re on their knees begging for forgiveness. If they won’t beg, then beat them to death!”

“Yes!” Adam said.

Adam was about to spring into action when Nana’s voice cut through the tension. “I dare you to lay a hand on anyone in Herbathrive!”

lan turned just in time to see Nana, who had rushed in out of breath.

lan scrutinized Nana, noting the faded grandeur of her appearance. Nana was dressed in low-quality clothes, and although her shoes were a well-known brand, they were worn and scuffed, clearly remnants from her departure from the Jensen family.

A flicker of mockery crossed lan’s eyes as she said, “Nana, you finally decided to show up. Where’s your mother? Still hiding and too scared to make an appearance?”

Nana looked at lan, the female protagonist from the cheating video, with her own eyes, and her face twisted with disgust. “If I hadn’t been out to deal with something, I would have showed up and torn your nasty face apart long ago! As for my mom, you’re not worthy to see her!”

lan’s face twisted in rage. “Shameless wretch, is that how your mother taught you to speak? You’re just a lowly scum!”

“Mom!” Zane, seeing Nana, snapped irritably, “Don’t waste time with her. Just deal with her!”

lan had no intention of leaving peacefully.

With a nod, she signaled Adam to proceed.

Adam immediately grabbed a baseball bat and started towards Nana.

But before he could take more than a couple of steps, a surprisingly strong hand grabbed his wrist.

It was none other than Melody.

Before he could react, Melody exerted a firm grip, and a sharp “crack” echoed through the air.

“Ah…” Adam screamed as the baseball bat clattered to the ground.

His hand!

His hand was broken!

“My hand! My hand is broken! It hurts so much!” Adam writhed on the floor in pain, a cold sweat glistening on his forehead.

“Adam…” lan’s heart ached at the sight of Adam’s suffering. She was inwardly furious and shouted at the group Adam had brought with him, “Are you all blind? Get moving! Take them down!”

Melody’s attack happened so fast, and the group only began to react after lan’s command, raising their weapons and preparing for a fight.

“Stop!” Nana called out firmly. “Ian, if you cause any more trouble here, I’ll sure expose the evidence of your cheating!”

She didn’t know why her father hadn’t reacted to the evidence she’d sent.

However, after seeing lan and Zane, it was clear from lan and Zane’s arrogance that the information hadn’t reached him yet.

lan’s eyes widened in shock and then narrowed in anger. “Great, so you’re the one who sent it!”

Zane looked at lan in confusion. “Mom, what cheating evidence? What’s she talking about?”

Ian’s panic rose, and she quickly offered a vague explanation. “Son, she’s just making things up! She deliberately sent fake evidence to your father, but I intercepted it before your father saw it. Otherwise, he would have misunderstood us.”

“Us?” Zane asked, bewildered. “How does this involve me? It’s not like I’m not his biological son.”

Before lan could respond, Melody cut in with a wry smile, “Actually, you’re right. You’re not your dad’s biological son. Want to know who your real father is?”

Adam, still in agony on the floor, immediately felt a sudden dart of panic.

He tried to suppress his pain, hoping Melody would stop. But she just continued to say, “Your real father is this guy on the ground with a broken arm.”

“You’re lying!” Zane shouted.

“You’re lying!” lan echoed.

“You’re lying!” Adam yelled.

The three of them yelled almost in unison.

Melody shrugged. “What do I gain from lying?”

Zane, who was accustomed to the comforts of his privileged life as Dennis’ only son, couldn’t accept this at all.

Without thinking, he retorted, “You’re just making this up. You and Nana are working together to slander my mom so that Nana can go back to the Jensen family!”

Nana clenched her teeth. “If you don’t believe me, you can do a paternity test right now.”

Chapter 679

Zane sipped and said, “I don’t buy it. Do you think I have no idea what you’re thinking? You’re thinking of replacing me and reclaiming your place in our family. But let me tell you, don’t even think about it. You won’t succeed because I am the biological son of this family!”

When Ian and Adam heard Zane’s confident words, a hint of guilt flashed past their eyes. Nana had the same personality as Zane.

However, Nana had been in Herbathrive for more than a month. She had more or less learned a little from Melody. She said calmly, “I don’t care if you’re his son. If you dare to cause trouble here, I won’t let you and your mother have a calm day.”

Ian felt even more guilty. She pulled Zane’s sleeve and said, “There are too many people here. If the police do come, we won’t be able to ask your dad for help. Let’s forget about it this time.”

“But I don’t want to!” Zane pushed Ian’s hand away and pointed at the wound on his face. “I’ve already been beaten up. Even if Dad finds out, he won’t ignore it. I’m his only son. Besides, they hit me first. Even if the police came, we still have the upper hand! Mom, don’t be afraid. I don’t believe that we can’t defeat that ugly monster. Besides, we’re not outnumbered.”

“But…”

Ian was conflicted. She never expected that the person who knew her secret would be Nana and her mother. She was afraid that Nana would expose her secret. However, she was desperate to use this opportunity to shut them up.

With Zane adding fuel to the fire, Ian made up her mind. She might as well beat Nana and her mother up so they wouldn’t say anything. Things had come to this, and she had no choice.

Ian became completely determined. She looked at Nana coldly and said, “You and your mother asked someone to harm my son and his friend. Now, it’s time for you to pay the price!”

Since it was a gang fight, Adam’s men would inevitably be implicated. However, his men regarded going to jail as going home. They wouldn’t mind getting their hands dirty and wouldn’t sell anybody out provided they get their money.

Ian turned around and ordered the people Adam brought, “Beat them up! I’ll reward you all handsomely after this!”

“Yes, Ma’am!” Everyone waved the weapons in their hands and threw them at Nana and Melody.

Nana did not expect Ian to be stubborn and cause trouble after revealing Ian’s secret. For a moment, she was so frightened that she forgot to avoid a weapon hurdled towards her. Fortunately, David reacted in time. He took a few steps forward and pulled Nana.

Only then did Nana narrowly avoid a head-on blow from a baseball bat. If it hit her, her head would have been split open. Nana looked at David with lingering fear. “Thank you…”

“Why are you still talking at a time like this? Hurry up and hide in the car!” David pushed Nana towards Herbathrive’s truck. He rolled up his sleeves and rushed towards the gangsters.

Meanwhile, Melody didn’t stay idle. She took the lead and faced the menacing hooligans fearlessly. Although she was unarmed, the moment she went up, she knocked out two people closest to her in the blink of an eye. However, even with her presence, there were too many people she had to fight. She could not take care of her people.

Many of the Herbathrive workers were knocked down by the hooligans. Two were seen beaten to the ground. The people Ian brought truly wanted to see blood.

Melody wanted to protect everyone. However, she had her limit. The people Ken had arranged to protect her from the shadows only cared about her safety. They would not appear unless her life was in grave danger.

“Damn it!” Melody kicked away the murderous mob who wanted to chase after Nana. Then, she turned around and took down three gangsters with spiked clubs.

‘This can’t go on like this. By the time Melody finished dealing with the mob, Herbathrive would probably have suffered heavy casualties. She narrowed her eyes as her mind raced.

Soon, Melody’s eyes lit up as she thought of something. “To take down a swarm, take out their queen!”

Melody quickly locked onto Zane and Ian’s location in the crowd. But the two of them were clever. After the conflict broke out, they called Adam through the telephone pole outside and arranged for two gangsters to protect them so that they wouldn’t be caught.

Melody estimated the distance. If she wanted to catch them, she had to pass through six hooligans waving baseball bats in front of her and get rid of the two hooligans protecting them. Her eyes narrowed and she rushed towards the two of them without any hesitation.

Unfortunately, the gangsters weren’t easy to deal with. They were much better than the people Melody dealt with inside. As she had predicted, the six gangsters surrounded her when they saw her rushing toward Ian and Zane.

Melody ducked and dodged two hits from the baseball bat. Then, with one hand on the ground, she kicked horizontally and swept four gangsters down. The other two were also beaten to the ground by her punches.

Melody did not waste any time and ran quickly to where Ian and Zane were. The two hooligans who were protecting them immediately tightened their grip on the mace in their hands, waiting for her to rush over.

“Quick, stop her!” Zane had seen how scary Melody was, and he ordered his two men to protect him while breaking out in cold sweat. However, those two people were no match for Melody at all. In just three moves, she knocked them down.

After kicking one of them away, Melody was about to walk towards Zane and his mother when she saw that Zane had caught Nana. “Don’t come any closer. If you take one more step, I’ll kill her!”

Ian quickly took out a sharp hairpin from her bag and pressed it against Nana’s throat. “Kneel immediately. Otherwise, I’ll pierce her throat!”

Melody had no choice but to stop. Meanwhile, Nana gritted her teeth and shouted, “Melody, you don’t have to worry about me. They’re just bluffing!”

but when Nana finished speaking, Ian tightened her grip. The sharp hairpin immediately pierced through Nana’s skin, and a trace of blood slowly seeped out. Nana’s body stiffened and her eyes widened in disbelief.

The sight turned Melody’s face cold. “Stop it!”

“What?” Ian sneered. “Do you think I’m bluffing? I could cut her throat right away, but I’d like to give you a warning. This is me showing mercy.”

Zane watched in excitement and smiled triumphantly. “Hurry up and listen to my mother. Kneel for us!”

Melody gritted her teeth and looked at Nana’s neck. She was still more than three meters away from her. No matter how fast Melody was, Ian could end Nana’s life in one second. ‘Would I bet on my speed?’

Chapter 680

Melody was hesitating, and lan spoke again, “I’ll count to three. If you don’t kneel, I’ll slit her throat!”

Melody gritted her teeth and finally gave up on her gamble. She was dealing with a human life. She could not take the slightest risk.

“Kneel!” Zane urged.

A tear fell from Nana’s eye. “Melody…”

Nana blamed herself for being weak. She felt useless. But her worst guilt was dragging Melody down. If she had listened to David Marrow just now and stayed in the car obediently, Melody would not have been in a dilemma. ‘Idiot! I’m such an idiot! Why was I thinking I could help her?’ Not only was she unable to help, she made the situation worse!

“You’ll be fine, Nana.” Melody looked firmly at Nana. Then, she looked into lan’s eyes and added, “Put down the hairpin and I’ll kneel for you.”

“Heh!” lan sneered. “You’re making the right choice. But what if you rush over when I put down the hairpin? Cover your head and kneel first, and I’ll put down the hairpin.”

“But…”

“This isn’t the time and place for negotiation!” lan interrupted.

Melody gritted her teeth and knelt before lan and Zane. However, before Melody’s knees touched the ground, two well-trained bodyguards suddenly appeared by the roadside.

Noticing their arrival, Melody immediately stood up again. She thought Ian had a backup and braced herself for another battle. But she did not expect the bodyguards to walk straight towards Ian and Zane.

Ian froze. “Who are you?”

The men stood about two meters from lan. Then, she noticed a middle-aged man standing beside a car, full of anger. It was Dennis.

Melody raised her eyebrows. ‘He comes quicker than I thought…

Ian and Zane did not expect Dennis to be there. Their eyes widened at the same time. Zane was the first to speak. “Dad? Why are you here?”

Ian also put away her hairpin guiltily. “Honey, why are you…”

“Shut up, all of you!” Dennis walked forward aggressively. Before lan could say anything, he raised his hand and slapped her. The slap made a crisp sound. Ian’s head was turned to the side, and her cheek started to swell at a speed visible to the naked eye.face.

lan covered her face in disbelief, but she was scared to ask any questions. A terrifying guess appeared in her mind. ‘Could it be that he already knew the secret?’

Nana was also in disbelief. She knew Dennis cherished his mistress. ‘Why is he slapping her?’

“Dad!” When Zane saw this scene, he quickly questioned, “Why did you hit Mom so suddenly? Could you at least ask something first?”

“Dad?” Dennis sneered and asked, “Who’s your father?”

Zane was stunned. “Dad? What are you talking about? Of course, you’re my…” Before Zane could finish speaking, Dennis kicked him in the stomach.

Dennis’s kick was filled with unwillingness, anger, and hatred. He didn’t hold back. The kick was so painful that Zane immediately curled up in pain. Although he was in pain, his mind was still unwilling to believe that his father, who loved him so much, would kick him.

lan could not care less about herself. She squatted beside Zane with a pained expression. “Zane, are you hurt? You’re scaring me…”

Upon seeing Zane’s face turned pale, lan looked at Dennis helplessly and said, “Dennis, it’s fine if you hit me, but how can you kick your son?”

“Son?” Dennis’s eyes were filled with rage. “Is he my son?”

lan’s face turned paler than Zane’s. However, she still braced herself and said, “If he’s not your son, whose son can he be? Don’t be deceived by someone with ulterior motives and sow discord between us!”

Dennis grabbed lan’s neck. “I’m not f*cking stupid! I’ve already gotten the forensics to verify the paternity test report and your cheating video. They’re all f*cking true! lan, you b*tch, how dare you cheat on me and lie to me for so many years? I hope you die!” As he scolded, he tightened his grip.

lan could not even speak. Her face turned pale. Seeing that she was about to suffocate, Melody walked up and grabbed Dennis’s hand to remind him. “That’s enough. If you keep this up, you’ll kill her.”

“Her death is not worth pitying!” He could tolerate the hatred of being cuckolded, but he could not stand the humiliation of raising a son out of a love affair.

When Melody saw this, she quickly raised her voice and said, “She deserves to die, but are you sure you want to sacrifice your entire life for someone like her?”

Dennis seemed to have returned to his senses. He slowly let go of his grip on Ian’s neck. At the same time, Zane had recovered from the pain. He gritted his teeth and endured the pain in his abdomen. With great effort, he stood before Ian. “Dad, I don’t know what kind of influence Nana gave you, but I can guarantee that Mom has always been loyal to you. I’ve never seen her get too close to any men.”

Zane’s words made Dennis sneer. He looked coldly at Adam, curling up on the ground, and said, “What do you mean? Is he not a man?”

Zane glanced at Adam and quickly explained, “Dad, you’ve misunderstood! Uncle Adam is my mother’s cousin. There can’t be anything between them. If you don’t believe me, you can ask him.”

Zane turned around and said to Adam, “Uncle Adam, can you speak now?”

Adam’s eyes darted around in panic, not daring to reply. His reaction made Zane feel something was wrong. He also remembered what Melody had said. ‘Could it be that he’s my father? That’s impossible!’ He immediately rejected the idea.

Seeing that Zane was still in denial, Melody used her phone to pull up the video of the affair and stuffed the phone into Zane’s hand.

“If you don’t believe me, look at this clip of your mother and your so- called ‘Uncle, Zane.”

“No!” Ian quickly tried to stop her, but Zane had already opened the video. The video was crystal clear. He saw Uncle Adam kissing his mother passionately in the video. A sick feeling made his stomach flip.

“Urgh!” Zane vomited.

Nana cringed in disgust and walked behind Melody. “Zane, do you believe I’m not lying to you? Your biological father is Uncle Adam.”

“No. That’s impossible!” He turned around and grabbed his mother’s collar. “Answer me, that’s not true, right? My father can’t be a gangster!”

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