Chapter 193

Chapter 193

We were the ones at a loss.

His low, hoarse voice caused a ripple in the depths of Melody’s heart, without her even noticing.

Melody remained silent for a few seconds before asking the question that had been on her mind: “Why?”

Why did he help her so much?

Wasn’t Cadence his cousin?

Why would he go to such lengths to deal with his own family for an outsider?

“What do you mean ‘why‘?” Ken’s tone was filled with doubt as if it was natural for him to help her teach Cadence a lesson.

Melody did not know how to answer. She took a deep breath and asked, “Does Astrid know that you did it? And Margaret…”

“Those aren’t things you should worry about. Your job is just to dig up Zack.”

Melody pursed her lips and said, “I understand. About Zack, I already have a plan. Don’t worry.”

“Mm. Anything else?”

“That’s all…”

She was about to hang up when Ken suddenly asked, “How did you know that Eastern Garden would rise?”

Melody’s heart skipped a beat, feeling as if Ken had seen through a secret.

Her mind raced quickly, contemplating how to explain, when Ken chuckled and said, “Based on what you said earlier, I’ve already bought all the land near Bliss Mountain. If it rises, I’ll split the profits with you.”

Melody was surprised. Bliss Mountain was where she went to gather herbs for Margaret. That piece of land would increase greatly in the future. She just did not expect Ken to still remember that incident.

Had he guessed something?

Melody was about to speak when Ken spoke again, “I still have something on. I’ll hang up now.”

“Oh… okay.” Melody quickly hung up the phone and sat on the bed, her mind blank for a couple of seconds.

He shouldn’t have guessed anything, right?

But if he didn’t guess anything, why did he buy all the land near Bliss Mountain?

Melody shook her head, telling herself that no one could think that someone would really come back to life. Then, she felt a little relieved.

After washing up, she went to check Maria’s pulse, then headed out to Herbatrive to see if Ford had come looking for her.

However, as soon as she walked into the living room, Melody bumped into Russell, who was about to leave.

When Russell saw her, a smile immediately appeared on his originally cold face.

“Melody, are you going out?”

“Yes.” Melody nodded. “I woke up late today. I plan to go get some medicine and check on the injury on my face.”

Her cheek had been iced overnight, and although the swelling had subsided, there were still finger marks on her face.

Russell immediately choked and said guiltily, “Go quickly. I’ll arrange a driver for you another day. It’s not convenient for you to go back and forth to work at the headhunting company.”

Melody did want Russell to feel guilty, and upon hearing his words, she shook her head sensibly and said, “You work so hard, so I don’t want to waste your money. The office isn’t far, I can just take the subway a few times to get there.”

In fact, she had a free driver, James, every day and had never taken the subway.

When Russell heard this, he felt even more uncomfortable. He looked at Melody with a gentler gaze.

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“You’re still the sensible one, unlike your sister who spends money like water.”

As soon as he finished speaking, footsteps sounded on the stairs.

Melody looked sideways and realized it was Yolanda.

Russell also saw Yolanda. He immediately frowned and urged coldly. “Hurry up!”

Seeing Melody there too, Yolanda quickened her pace uneasily and asked in a low voice, “Aren’t we bringing Mabel along?”

“What bring? Are you not embarrassed enough?”

Yolanda’s expression darkened further, but she didn’t dare to retort.

Russell asked in a deep voice, “Have you brought the gifts? When seeking help, you must present yourself properly.”

Yolanda hurriedly nodded. “I brought them all…”

Upon hearing this, Melody realized that these two were out to arrange Mabel’s qualification for the Best Celebrity competition.

After calculating the timing of the event, she suddenly spoke up, “Dad, are you guys out to arrange for Mabel’s competition qualification?”

Russell’s expression was stiff as he nodded and said unhappily, “I have to clean up their mess! You’re still the sensible one who never causes trouble

for me.”

Melody found the situation somewhat amusing but held back and got to the point, “Dad… could you also help me get a spot in the competition? I’d like to broaden my horizons too…”

Upon hearing this, Yolanda’s face immediately showed a mocking expression.

However, due to what happened last night, she forcefully swallowed her mocking words.

Russell was initially surprised by Melody’s request but then agreed, “Alright! I will sign you up. But if you don’t pass the preliminary round, don’t be upset. Your ambitions are high, and your abilities aren’t here.”

His words were tactful, but Melody sensed that he was implying she might not even pass the preliminary round.

She smiled and nodded. “Got it. Thank you, Dad.”

Yolanda looked very uncomfortable. She wanted to say something but hesitated. In the end, she did not dare to say anything, lowered her head, and followed Russell out.

Melody was about to leave when she saw Mabel coming downstairs.

She was dressed exquisitely in a light gray dress, making her skin look so bright.

Melody raised her eyebrows and said faintly, “Mabel, weren’t you supposed to reflect at home? Where are you going? Does Dad know that you’re going out?”

Mabel was originally in a good mood, but when she heard Melody’s words, she was instantly enraged. Her expression was extremely grim.

She gritted her teeth hard and said, “Melody, consider yourself lucky yesterday! But don’t think I don’t know anything. You were the one who placed that bracelet on me!”

Melody said calmly, “Mabel, the matter has already been settled. Why are you still accusing me? Finding something means returning it. Otherwise, it’s stealing. Don’t you understand this principle at your age?”

“You bitch!” Mabel raised her hand to slap her.

But Melody caught her wrist firmly and squeezed it, her expression ambiguous as she said, “Mabel, don’t think I don’t know what you’re using that 4 million dollars for. I’ve been busy these days. You better behave, or… you know the consequences.”

Mabel’s hand was in pain from Melody’s grip. She was about to counterattack with her other hand when she heard Melody’s words. Her entire body instantly stiffened, freezing in place.

She didn’t expect Melody actually know about her involvement in the black market.

Her lips turned pale as she looked at Melody in disbelief.

“You…”

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Melody suddenly let go of her grip and said expressionlessly, “You’d better remember what I said. Otherwise, no one can help you.”

With that, she turned around and walked out, not bothering to look at Mabel’s pale face.

Walking out of the villa, Melody assigned one of the bodyguards left by Ken to keep an eye on Mabel.

“Report everything to me, where she goes and whom she meets.”

After giving her instructions, she turned around and got into James’s car. She said, “Go to Herbathrive.”

“Alright!”

With James’s unusually enthusiastic reply, Melody couldn’t help but glance at him and ask, “Are you okay?”

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