Melody cut in before Emma finished speaking."'For the sake of the company'? You're just a secretary. What right do you have to make decisions? I don't want to hear a word from you anymore, go to human resources now and apply for resignation."Emma previously thought that she might get away with this one, but now, she was really panicking.She moved closer to the desk and said anxiously, "I really was doing this for the sake of the company, Ms. Nolan! You should be aware of Bolton Enterprise's status in Bayridge. It will benefit the development of our company if they renew the contract with us! I really meant well!"Melody stared at her quietly, still as indifferent.Emma had a young and unfamiliar face. With delicate make-up, she looked like a professional secretary. However, she was more pretty than she was capable."You are still far from having the right to make decisions for the development strategy of the company!"Melody pointed at the door of her office and demanded merc

Naturally, he was indebted to the person who had saved his life.Christopher's hardened heart began to soften. He wiped her tears away. "Don't cry. I never said I wouldn't marry you."Talia buried her face in his arms. An uncontrollable grin replaced her previous sobbing.'I knew it! That incident would do wonders every time I brought it up!'Her eyes reddened. Tugging his sleeve, she asked, "So, about the engagement next month..."Christopher gave a sincere pledge, "I'll make sure of it. Don't worry."Talia felt a big burden being taken off her shoulders. She broke into a charming grin."We haven't decided on a wedding gown. Can you accompany me to do that today?"Talia slid her arm through Christopher's. She acted coquettishly, practically clinging to his body."Sure," Christopher said with a small nod.They were on their way to the bridal shop when Talia began grilling Christopher about his preferences in terms of wedding attire. Sweetness and joy flooded her heart.The

Olivia was completely oblivious to the fact that there was something wrong with her son's reaction. "You're a wonderful son," she continued to persuade him. "Would you please give me that painting? I'll be penalized if I fail to deliver on time." "Penalize?" Christopher inquired, his expression grim. "Did you sign a contract?" Olivia sprang from the ground, embarrassed. She reached into her bag and gave him the contract."Here it is! I was confident that I could give it to him. How could I have possibly known that you couldn't care less if I lived or died? My life is over if word gets out."Christopher inhaled deeply. He kept his feelings in check as he read the contract. The clause was formal and without noticeable flaws. "Who signed the contract with you? What does this person do?" Olivia simply shook her head. Suddenly, she remembered the name card and gave it to her son. "This is all I've got. It's his business card." Just by touching the card, Christopher was abl

Harlan stared intently at Melody.He was able to relax once he realized she was being genuine, showing no grievances in her tone or demeanor."Mel, you have to tell me if you run into any problems!" stressed the old man.Harlan genuinely cared about Melody. His remarks nearly brought her to tears.To mask her feelings, she hastily retrieved the gifts prepared by Jenson."Look at the gifts I've prepared for you, Grandpa. Do you like them?""Oh my goodness, you even bring gifts when you come to see us? Your presence is the most precious present. Don't blame me for kicking you out if you bring gifts again!" Harlan put on his serious expression, acted as though he were mad, and reprimanded her.Una laughed gently as she patted Melody on the back. "Sweetie, you need to come by and see us more often. Ever since he found out you were back, Grandpa hasn't stopped talking about you. From now on, consider this your home.""Exactly! Consider our house your home," Floyd Bailey added.

The voice that spoke out of nowhere was like a bomb erupting in a placid lake.At the same time, Melody's heart skipped a beat—she had only mentioned him once, only to experience the literal meaning of 'speak of the devil' for the first time. However, she was telling nothing but the truth.And unlike before, Christopher could not do anything to her now!Turning around, Melody leveled a faint smile at him. "Why, Mr. Bolton? Is your conscience gnawing?"Christopher's expression was way colder than days ago.Dressed in a black suit, his jet-black gaze appeared filled with troubled emotions. Even so, he was glaring at Melody so sharply it looked like he would peel her apart.Beside them, Luna was actually astounded—her bestie was hitting her with one surprise after another since her return!The handsome man before them was Christopher Bolton—CEO of Bolton Enterprise—and he was questioning Melody with such a hostile tone…Luna was left gaping when she came to a realization.So, M