"Andrew?!"Although he was wearing a mask, Melody recognized him at a glance. As a movie star, Andrew had a tall and slender figure. Even with most of his face covered by the mask, his deep eyes and the perfect curve extending from under the mask to his neck were enough to make one imagine the stunning face concealed beneath the mask.He smiled at her as he hummed. His casual, deep voice carried a cold, metallic undertone.Melody's heart suddenly warmed. The two cousins exchanged glances quickly, deciding to join forces to deal with the thugs.Seeing this, the yellow-haired leader’s heart sank instantly.They already had a tough time dealing with this crazy woman. Now, a backup had come!However, Melody wouldn't give him the chance to speak.Andrew’s assistance made her feel invincible. The two cousins defended seamlessly, attacked, and coordinated with each other. It was as if they had rehearsed this countless times.He even rolled up his sleeves, and cheerfully encouraged a
Without allowing room for dissent, the man acted swiftly and with concern.He threw a punch at Andrew, who, not fully aware of the situation, was compelled to fight back, resulting in an intense exchange of blows.Melody, who had been unexpectedly pushed aside, looked up and froze.Christopher adjusted his tie crisply, rolled up his sleeves slightly, and exuded an aura that suggested he wouldn't stop until the opponent was knocked down.Upon his arrival, Christopher witnessed a sleazy man attempting to ambush Melody and take advantage of her. He had reached out to her during the attack.He acted without hesitation, and charged toward them. He couldn't bear to think of what harm she might have suffered if he had arrived a moment later.At this moment, he didn't realize how much he cared about her safety.He launched another strike. His tone was icy, laced with murderous intent. "You’re really digging your own grave."Andrew furrowed his brows when he heard that. Was he accused o
Christopher glared coldly at Luke.He immediately bowed and apologized. "I'm sorry, Mr. Bolton. I shouldn't have said that."Although Luke appeared apologetic on the surface, deep down, he didn't regret it. Someone had to speak up, since Christopher was unwilling to do so. Otherwise, they would keep arguing for goodness knows how long!Melody was also taken aback by the revelation that Christopher had come for her. She was momentarily stunned.Christopher had never felt so uncomfortable. He was tongue-tied, and all his reasons and excuses became futile as they were laid bare. He also noticed a mocking glint in Melody's eyes, as if she found his concern impulsive and reckless.He had to admit that after the divorce, she seemed to have transformed into a radiant and striking pearl. The sunlight accentuated her dazzling beauty, attracting the attention of every man—and now there was another one by her side.However, he no longer had the right to feel jealous. This irony left him fee
Irwin's voice came through the phone, bearing annoyance and longing. "Miss, you've finally remembered to contact me. I've been bored out of my mind!"Melody had been busy with her company's business these past few days, and hadn't contacted him much. "That's perfect. I have a task for you," she said seriously. "Digby Parham has been spotted in Ocenia. Keep a close eye on him. Don't let him escape. I have questions for him tomorrow."Irwin felt a surge of pride when she entrusted him with such an important task. He said confidently, "Don't worry, boss, I'll handle it."Digby Parham.Andrew keenly caught that name, his brows furrowed, his gaze as cold as ice in the dead of winter. He steered the wheel with one hand, and discreetly sent a text when Melody wasn't looking.They reached their destination quickly. Andrew was the first to get out of the car, opening the door for her and shielding her from the door frame.Melody's nose tingled as she observed this gesture. When she was
When Andrew heard that, his eyes flickered slightly."Not yet, but I've already sent him the location."Melody raised an eyebrow, her expression slightly tense. "Is there something more important than welcoming your family? He’s been so busy with his club."Levian was one who knew his priorities. If his family had traveled all this way to see him, he would make time for it, no matter how busy he was. What was going on today?Inside La Maison, it was peak dining hour.On the round table, graceful young women in beautiful dresses were playing music. Dining here was a triple delight for the senses.Coincidentally, Olivia had made a dinner date with Jasmine for today."There are so many people here, we had to wait for over an hour. My legs are killing me," Olivia grumbled as she entered.Jasmine gracefully took her seat. "I think it's worth it. The piece they’re playing on stage is quite good. If I remember correctly, it's a famous composition. It's quite challenging.""That's ri
"That's great!"Olivia had been waiting for this response, and her face instantly lit up like fireworks.Jasmine smiled calmly, and handed her the menu. "I've made my choices. Here, take a look. What would you like to eat?"Olivia glanced at the menu. The dishes at La Maison were all elegantly named in a classical style, which she didn't quite understand, having never been here before.She furrowed her brows. "What are all these dish names…? Forget it. Waitress!"A young woman in uniform nearby approached. "Hello, madam. Do you need any assistance?"Without even raising her eyes to look at the waitress, Olivia tossed the menu. "It's my first time here, and I don't know much. Explain them to me.""Of course."The waitress smiled and took the menu, explaining each dish. "The Silver Jade Soup is made by shaping chicken meat into meatballs, then slowly stewing them with fragrant mushrooms, broccoli, and tofu shreds. The Ginseng-infused Slow-cooked Duck is prepared using top-quali
"How dare you say that?"Melody cast a sideways glance and said, "I didn't mention names. But if you think that I'm talking about you, it seems like you still have some idea of what you did."Olivia's chest moved up and down vigorously, and her face paled, unable to speak.Her son's ex-wife had a way with words and was not an easy person to deal with.Jasmine squinted her eyes, thinking that it was time to act."Miss, please refrain from being judgmental." Jasmine smiled gracefully, but it did not hide the disdain in her eyes.Melody was wearing a dress similar to the uniform of the waitresses here. This naturally led her to the conclusion that Melody was the restaurant's manager. "With your status and experience, I understand why you can't imagine our lifestyles. We never care about the price. It's just that we do not want to waste food. In fact, it's nothing to us to order everything on the menu."Her words were implying that Melody was a bumpkin who had never seen how the
Like a thin veil, the soft light inside the restaurant covered everyone's face.Melody's makeup was very elegant. When showered with soft light, her skin appeared fairer and clearer. But when the light touched Olivia and Jasmine's faces, they looked very colorful.Jasmine's pupils constricted when she read the figure on the bill.The dishes served on the table did not look special. How could they cost three hundred thousand dollars?Unfortunately, she had bragged about her wealth.With an awkward expression, Olivia looked at Jasmine apologetically.Melody curled the corner of her lips slightly and crossed her arms across her chest."Is there any problem with the bill, Miss?" The waitress smiled and swiped the card shrewdly."No." Jasmine squeezed the word through her teeth. She had spent a fortune!When she glared at Melody thinking about what to say, she suddenly heard rustling footsteps behind the door before seeing the person."Mel."All the dining tables of La Maison