In the afternoon, just when Melanie was nearly driven crazy by the unalterable proposals, she miraculously received a notification from the Morgan Group. It stated that Stephen's endorsement contract had been finalized.Not only that, but Stephen's team happened to be at a nearby studio, shooting a magazine cover. Melanie was asked to bring the advertising planners over to finalize the plan for the first ad shoot.Upon hearing this news, the dark cloud hanging over Melanie's head instantly dispersed. Without hesitation, she took the two advertising planners and headed to the studio.Inside the studio.Under the studio lights.Stephen was like a walking magnet, attracting women within a radius of several kilometers. With every pose he struck, it elicited waves of barely-restrained cheers."Stephen is impeccable, and the crucial point is the inherent sexual tension in his gaze. He’s like a real-life God," the photographer said to Stephen's manager.Stephen's manager was extremely
The next day was Eliza's birthday.Eliza said that she did not want a big celebration, just a quiet day at home talking and chatting with her daughter. Melanie took a half-day off and, together with Nancy, prepared a birthday feast for her mother.In the evening, when Eliza returned from work, Melanie apologized to her mother."Mom, originally I wanted to prepare a surprise gift for you, but... due to some unexpected events, I can only compensate with some dishes you love.""The fact that you can spend my birthday with me makes me very happy."Eliza held her daughter's hand. Over the past two years, they had been busy with their own lives. "Last year on your birthday, I could not return to be with you.""In the future, I'll help you more at the company, so you won't be so busy." Melanie smiled.During their conversation, mother and daughter discussed the company's business. Jones Enterprise's medical department was currently seeking cooperation for an overseas supply chain, but
"William Moore?"Eliza nodded, allowing the person to enter. Daniel, still sneering on the side, remarked, "What friends could she possibly have? Probably some unsavory characters!"Before Daniel could finish rolling his eyes, he caught a glimpse of the man entering, and he froze. "Mr. Moore? Why are you here?"In Harbor City, many people had never seen Jeffrey in person, but they were familiar with William. William was first assistant at Morgan Group, often handling critical decision-making tasks on behalf of Jeffrey. Being such a high-ranking figure, Daniel could not normally curry favor with him."Madam Jones, this is a gift for you."William calmly entered the room, nodded politely at Melanie, and presented a black velvet box to Eliza.Eliza was surprised that her daughter's friend turned out to be William. She accepted the gift with a smile. "Mr. Moore, please stay for dinner.""I’m afraid I cannot, Madam. I have other matters to attend to. I'll leave after delivering t
The steward earnestly reminded Grace to avoid causing trouble at the Fowler's banquet.However, Grace paid him no heed. "Don't worry! I'll make Gemma happy. But Melanie is just a little ant! Don't I have the right to squash an ant?"Helpless, the steward thought it might be better if she vented her dissatisfaction on Melanie rather than someone else. Otherwise, who knew what kind of trouble the young lady might stir up?Yet, when Grace crossed the hill, she discovered that Melanie had disappeared.The Fowlers' garden was just too vast!On the third-floor pavilion of the Fowlers, Miss Gemma, adorned in a designer gown, stood arm in arm with Reginald."I hope that after this ordeal, my precious daughter will have a life full of peace and joy," Reginald said, gazing affectionately at his youngest daughter.He prided himself on running the Fowler business successfully throughout his life, and if there was anything he felt indebted to, it was his children.Especially Gemma who was n
Reginald had four children, and the first three were sons. Gemma, being the youngest daughter, was especially favored."The young lady is indeed perceptive, immediately guessing my identity," said the young man in the white shirt as he approached. "My name is Grant.""Hello, Mr. Grant," Melanie greeted generously.Grant could not help but gaze intently into Melanie's eyes. At the same time, his face turned a bright shade of red.Earlier, when he was upstairs with no intention of coming down to entertain the guests, he happened to glimpse the woman sitting in the octagonal pavilion. She had applied light makeup, and exuded a simple elegance that seamlessly blended with the vibrant flowers around her – a true flower fairy!Grant collected himself and remembered his purpose. "May I know the young lady's name?""She is Melanie!"An unfriendly female voice came from behind them. "Mr. Grant, you'd better open your eyes wide. Today's banquet is a celebration for some, but others have u
Reginald waved his hand, and his secretary handed Eliza two copies of the printed contract. Eliza was still in a daze. She carefully went through it, fearing that there might be a mistake in the legal department's drafting, or that the price offered by Jones Enterprise was outlandish. Otherwise, why would Fowlers readily agree to sign the contract?However, after examining the contract, she became even more surprised. "Mr. Fowler, this...?"Reginald smiled generously, "Exactly. I made a slight modification to the contract. We are willing to concede two additional points from the quoted price given by Jones Enterprise to show our sincerity and gratitude.""Mr. Fowler, forgive my boldness, but may I ask why?" Eliza found the whole situation bewildering."Because your daughter saved my daughter's life!" Reginald declared loudly.Amid the astonishment of the onlookers, Gemma stepped forward and looked at Melanie earnestly. "Everyone knows about the recent incident where I was kidnap
Grace stared at Gemma in disbelief. She was reluctant to leave. "Gemma, have you thought this through? Do you realize the difference in my status compared to Melanie’s? Are you willing to offend me for her?""It was you who went out of your way to study my preferences, get close to me, and flatter me. When did I ever fear offending you?" Gemma retorted.Reginald was horrified at Grace’s words. "This is the territory of the Fowlers. Here, I decide who holds what status!""Escort them out!" Reginald loudly commanded.Lady Grace and her steward left with a resentful glance at the host.Gemma warmly linked her arm with Melanie's, smiling without restraint."You don't need to confront her so openly on my account. Her words can't harm me," Melanie said quietly.Gemma pouted. "It's not about that! You are my savior. The way she treated you, I want to expose her publicly! The more embarrassing, the better!""You're right," Melanie agreed.Reginald held his daughter's words in high reg
Stephen?Jeffrey's body tensed, skepticism etched on his furrowed brow.Melanie seized the opportunity to free herself from beneath him, protecting her chest as she argued firmly, "Regardless of the original intention, my relationship with Stephen is written on the marriage certificate. You can't do this!"Hmm.Jeffrey sat up, his chest heaving. There was a cold smirk on his furrowed face.He was truly amazed.After a pause, Jeffrey reached to the compartment in the driver's seat. He opened the drawer, pulled out a marriage certificate, and tossed it onto the back seat. His tone was ominous, "Take a good look! See who you've married to!"Melanie, uncertain of his intentions, picked up the marriage certificate and opened it for the first time. Her eyes widened.So, she was married to Jeffrey? Not Stephen?"Disappointed?" Jeffrey clicked his seatbelt into place, sneering.Melanie stared blankly.So, she had misunderstood.Her husband was Jeffrey—the man she initially slept wi