Melody Strikes Back by Myra Walker

wendell did not expect to run into Ken. 

He knew that even if Ken returned to Silverlake, he wouldn’t spend the night there. However, today was an exception. 

Feeling a bit guilty, Wendell rubbed his nose and forced a smile, saying. “Mr. Swanson, what are you saying? You are now in charge of the company, and the brokerage conference slot naturally belongs to you. I wouldn’t be worthy of attending 

Despite his words, Wendell was seething inside. 

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But now. Ken was managing the company, and due to the Taynorma Capital matter, Wendell didn’t dare provoke Ken and had to give up this golden opportunity. 

“It seems you’re not foolish and know your place.” Ken said with a playful smile. 

“You…” Wendell flared up but quickly suppressed his anger, forcing a dry smile. If you have nothing else, I’ll take my leave…” 

“Wait.” Ken stopped him. “The acquisition of Thaynorma Capital nearing completion. Don’t you have anything to say to 

me? 

Wendell stiffened, his face twitching 

He gritted his teeth and said, “I don’t understand what you mean. The project is now in your hands. What could I possibly have to say?” 

Ken smiled faintly and said. “In that case, just leave.” 

Wendell clenched his fists, said nothing, and quickly left. 

Melody watched Wendell’s car leave, then turned to Ken and asked, “Why does he seem so afraid of you? Doesn’t he have Astrid and Ulric backing him?” 

Ken didn’t answer and only said, “You’ll know in a week” 

Seeing that Ken didn’t want to explain, Melody wisely nodded and didn’t press further. 

But she vaguely remembered that Wendell seemed to have no presence later on 

After getting in the car, Wendell immediately called Astrid, saying in a flustered manner, “Astrid, the acquisition is almost complete, and your husband will be back soon. What should I do now?” 

Astrid replied impatiently, “Didn’t I just tell you? Money makes the world go round. I’m preparing the funds. Taynorma Capital took my money, so they won’t fail to deliver. Ken can’t offer a very low price, and as long as we promise to cover his losses, he won’t pass up the chance to make money by betraying you.” 

Wendell finally calmed down. 

“My future depends on you,” he said. 

Astrid said, “Alright. Just make sure you find someone skilled in sine–line acupuncture. I promise you’ll never have to worry about anything for the rest of your life.” 

Wendell said, “Don’t worry, as soon as the person from the forum logs in, I’ll set up a meeting!” 

Astrid ended the call, standing by the window watching Ken and Melody enter, a look of doubt on her face. 

Astrid thought. These two are supposed to have gotten their marriage certificate under Margaret’s orders. Why did their interaction seem so much like that of a real couple? Ken’s taste couldn’t be that bad, right?‘ 

With these doubts, Astrid turned and walked downstairs. She needed to know what Ken was up to. 

As soon as they entered, Margaret received the news and rushed downstairs, abandoning the flowers she was arranging. 

“You come over without any prior notice.” Margaret’s face was full of joy, but her tone carried a bit of reproach. 

Seeing Margaret’s delighted expression, Melody felt a twinge of guilt. 

She looked at Ken, silently asking when they would bring up the divorce. Ken, without even glancing at her, stepped forward. to support Margaret, saying, “It was a last–minute decision, so we didn’t have time to inform you. Next time we come, we’ll definitely tell you in advance.” 

Melody thought, ‘Next time?” 

She 

was even more puzzled. 

Weren’t they here to discuss divorce? Why was Ken following Margaret’s wishes? 

Using Ken’s support, Margaret sat steadily on the sofa, then gestured for Melody to sit beside her. With a cheerful smile, she said, “You two are just in time. A friend of Astrid’s brought over a lamb, and we’re having a roast lamb in the garden tonighti I was thinking of calling you, but I was worried you might be busy. I didn’t expect you to have such good timing, arriving just as the lamb is being prepared” 

Margaret loved lamb, but she hadn’t had any due to her illness. The “gift” from Astrid’s friend was perfect. 

Her previous dissatisfaction with Astrid for her role in the Ken’s predicament seemed forgotten. 

Elder people often deceive themselves. Melody knew Margaret didn’t want to believe that Astrid and Ulric had framed Ken, It seemed the investigation needed to be prioritized. 

As soon as Margaret finished speaking, Astrid’s voice came from the stairs. 

“What are you saying about me?” Astrid said. 

Margaret laughed and said, “You have sharp ears. I was just telling them your friend brought a lamb, and we’re having a roast tonight.” 

Astrid descended the stairs with a broad smile. 

“Oh, you two came back. I’ll have the chef slaughter the lamb now. Although it looks ugly, my friend assured me it tastes amazing, Melody, you must try it,” Astrid said. 

Melody sensed Astrid’s deliberate emphasis on “ugly,” and she responded with a smile. 

“Some things can’t be judged by appearance. Some pretty things are rotten inside, but people still consider them treasures, I’ll be sure to taste it carefully,” Melody said. 

Both spoke in veiled terms, but Margaret, oblivious, thought they were merely discussing the lamb, and continued to smile happily. 

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Astrid’s smile stiffened, and she forced out a compliment through gritted teeth, “Miss Fox, you’re quite eloquent. No wonder Ken agreed to marry you. Truly a perfect match. 

Melody was about to respond when Ken casually asked, “I heard you were looking for a doctor to treat my brother’s leg, Have you found one yet?” 

Astrid’s smile vanished, and she quickly changed the subject, saying, “Til go check with the chef about the lamb.” 

With that, Astrid left quickly. 

Melody couldn’t help but chuckle and gave Ken a thumbs up behind Margaret’s back. 

Ken’s words had hit Astrid’s sore spot perfectly. 

Margaret, however, stopped smiling and frowned slightly. “Ken, it’s best not to mention Ulric in front of your mom. It really hurts her. 

Ken had forgotten Margaret was there, and in his eagerness to support Melody, he spoke without thinking. He lowered his head in regret. “I’m sorry, Grandma.” 

“I’m not blaming you, just reminding you. No need to apologize Margaret said with a smile. “But there’s good news about Ulric’s leg. They say if we find someone skilled in nine–line acupuncture, his leg can be healed.” 

Melody’s hand paused as she drank water, but she quickly resumed her composure, not responding to Margaret 

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