Initially, Gabriel was staring fiercely at Jefford, the unwelcome guest. But seeing Melanie gently linking arms with him, speaking words that softened his heart, all the anger on his face instantly turned into tenderness. "It's not me who needs more sleep, but you... You need more rest now." Jeffrey stood two yards away, watching the beautiful couple across from him. They were the perfect match. The morning sun shone on them, so dazzling, so painful to his eyes. ‘The ones standing opposite me are family, aren’t they?’ Jeffrey sarcastically thought. What exactly did he do last night? Why did he let her slip away from him? He truly hated himself! Jeffrey gritted his teeth tightly, his fists clenched. After hesitating for a long time, he still chose to suppress the pain in his heart and his pride. He raised his head to face the loving couple in front of him and looked at Melanie, saying: "Melanie, I know everything that happened last night was just a temporary measure. Can y
"Melanie! Melanie!" When Jeffrey, who was about to be dragged to the door, saw Melanie fainting, a burst of strength erupted within him. He broke free from the four bodyguards and ran toward her. The bodyguards hurried to chase after him, trying to re-capture him. Jeffrey ran swiftly, quickly reaching the steps. Gabriel lifted Melanie into his arms and turned around with a stern gaze. He warned, "Jefford, listen up! From now on, I won't allow you to harass my fiancee anymore!" After saying that, he carried Melanie inside, ordered someone to close the door, and then instructed, "Get a doctor here immediately!" The bodyguards of the Frost family also arrived quickly and dragged Jeffrey away from the door. He struggled and refused to leave. He didn’t intend to disturb them; he just wanted to know if she was okay... Last night, she had suffered so much shock, as if she fell from the clouds into the abyss. How could her body withstand it? But now, she was someone else's fi
"I don't,” Melanie answered without hesitation. "Is that so?" Professor Marshall chuckled. "Probably some secret admirer of yours, huh? You're just too charming! I can see that your fiance cares a lot about you too. You’re blessed." "Mm..." Melanie nodded in agreement. "Alright, I won't disturb your rest anymore. Get well soon. There’s a task waiting for you," Professor Marshall said. "What task?" Melanie instantly became curious. "Of course, it's rapidly advancing your medical skills." Professor Marshall deliberately teased her, "But hearing you speak so weakly, falling ill before even treating others, I don't need a doctor like that. Call me back when you're fully recovered." After taking the call from Professor Marshall, Melanie instantly felt much better. She suddenly felt grateful to Professor Marshall. That phone call just now was meant to encourage her. To let her know that apart from this mess of a relationship, there were still promising aspects to her care
"This perfume has never been publicly released. Instead, it has been kept secret by me. Miss Melanie is also unaware of this. The late Charmain Jones mentioned before his passing that this perfume would be kept until Miss Melanie's wedding day, and only then will it be unveiled. It will also be handed over to her to launch this perfume." Mr. Lincoln took a few deep breaths, trying to contain his excitement. "I also take this opportunity to make an announcement to everyone. Soon, Miss Melanie will officially represent Jones Enterprise and launch this perfume. Its name was personally chosen by the late chairman and is called 'Wedding Dress.'" In the replayed video, the guests in the banquet hall muttered excitedly. The guests who came to Jones Enterprise’s anniversary celebration were mostly business partners and were very knowledgeable about the perfume industry. When Tyler founded Jones Enteprise’s perfume industry, he almost single-handedly became a legend in the domestic fra
"Yes, why wouldn't I?" Melanie looked at Annie with confusion. She was already planning to raise Ermin on her own. Wasn't that a decision she made long ago? "Well..." Annie hesitated. Annie wanted to say that even though the child belonged to Jefford, Gabriel loved her so much that he would naturally be willing to raise both her children with her... But after thinking about it, Annie understood where her best friend was coming from. She was used to being strong, so how could she choose another person to be the child's father, especially when Melanie didn't love Gabriel... "Alright. No matter what decision you make, I'll stand behind you." Annie pouted her lips and reassured her. Seeing Annie being so formal, Melanie couldn't help but smile. "Okay, let's get back to work." The two parted ways and began preparing for the release of "Wedding Dress." - Melanie drove to Jones Enterprise and went straight to the perfume room. The assistant of the perfume department said
The next morning. Gabriel, dressed in a smart suit, arrived early at the door of Melanie's house to wait for her. He was going to send her to Jones Enterprise. "You don't care about avoiding rumors?" Melanie asked with a smile when she saw him after opening the door. "Avoiding rumors also arouses rumors. It's better not to bother," Gabriel replied as he helped her down the steps. He glanced at her delicate high heels, wanting to say something but holding back. He only carefully supported her. "Besides, our current relationship is already under scrutiny." Melanie furrowed her brows. Ever since the "engagement," the feeling between her and Gabriel had been awkward, and they hadn't had time to adjust. Although both sides understood it was fake, there was still Gabriel's chivalrous act, her gratitude toward him, and his intention to win her over and make the engagement real... Melanie felt tired and she temporarily didn't have the energy to deal with their relationship, so
"Miss Melanie... Do you need us to make any changes?" When the assistant in charge of bidding saw Melanie's lack of response, she feared she might be unhappy and hurriedly sought her instruction. "Hmm?" "We can let Frost Group go last..." The assistant seized the opportunity to suggest. "Oh." Melanie finally realized that internal staff, like outsiders, speculated that Frost Group was predetermined to win this time. "No need." Melanie shook her head, signaling the assistant to go back and sit. The first few bidders who came to bid were not from very large companies. Although they were adequately prepared, Mr. Lincoln clearly didn't favor them, and the scores he gave were not high. Melanie understood that Mr. Lincoln attached great importance to this bidding because he wanted to fulfill Tyler’s last wish as best as possible. Mr. Lincoln wanted to use the "dowry" left by Tyler to further Jones Enterprise, so he naturally couldn't compromise on the choice of cooperation part
"Mr. Yancey, are you the one in charge of the bidding presentation this time?" Mr. Lincoln broke the room's silence and asked proactively. "That's right. I’m the one." Jeffrey stood confidently on the platform. "We appreciate Yancey Group’s sincerity, but later we will ask many detailed questions about the promotion of the perfume... Can you represent Yancey Group’s marketing department?" Mr. Lincoln asked again. "I was fully involved in preparing this bidding proposal," Jeffrey replied succinctly, indicating that he alone could handle it. Mr. Lincoln didn't ask any further questions after hearing this. He just smiled and gestured with his hand. "Then please begin." "Alright," Jeffrey responded in a low, husky voice. With a gentle tap on the remote control, the slideshow began. Melanie furrowed her brows slightly, trying hard to control her wandering thoughts. Jefford's appearance and him standing on the platform confidently delivering his speech instantly brought her b