Chapter 257

She took out her phone, glanced down, and saw that 60 million dollars had been deposited, more than enough to cover her three purchases at the auction.

Regina and Mabel both ignored Melody’s subtle move. Regina didn’t want to give Melody any face anymore. She initially didn’t want Melody to pay too much attention to her for fear of revealing her attempt to take credit. But now Melody refused to settle the matter peacefully. Regina thought, that since this troublemaker refused to back down, she only had herself to blame.

Regina’s expression turned cold as she addressed the staff, saying: My time is precious. Since she can’t pay, please proceed quickly and hand over the herbs according to the procedure.

Alright, Miss, we’ll handle it promptly. The staff responded politely, then swiftly changed demeanor, staring coldly at Melody. Please cooperate with us. Sign this cancellation contract for the auction right here. Our specialists will handle further actions due to your misconduct! With that, the staff tossed a pen onto the table before Melody.

Please hurry up and sign! Mabel urged anxiously, worried that her diamond necklace might be at risk.

Melody ignored the staff, if I pay now, can I avoid signing this contract?

Of course! The staff nodded instinctively but then frowned and said: What do you mean? You can’t afford it, yet you don’t want others to buy it either? I’ve never seen someone so malicious!

Melody frowned, showing her disdain for further conversation with the staff. She took out her bank card and lifted her chin, indicating they should process the payment. The staff hesitated, feeling conflicted. In this mind, he wondered, could it be that this seemingly shabby woman does have the ability to pay?

Regina, standing nearby, grew impatient. Melody Fox, what exactly are you trying to do? Is it amusing for you to waste everyone’s time like this? Don’t you know the meaning of shame? For generations, your family must have been cursed to have a daughter like you!

Seeing Regina getting anxious, the staff member fearing to offend such an esteemed guest, sternly told Melody, Please sign immediately, right now! Otherwise, I’ll call the police.

Melody, losing her patience, exclaimed, How many times must I say it? I have the money to pay!

You- you’re so stubborn! The staff member reached for their phone to call the police, but Mabel suddenly remembered she was still on video. Worried that Russell might think she hadn’t been helpful, she quickly intervened saying: Please don’t call the police! I’ll convince my sister to sign right now.

After Mabel finished speaking, she feigned urgency, saying: Melody, please sign quickly! If this escalates to the police station, it will affect your reputation and our entire Fox family!

Seeing that her words were being ignored, Melody took the card reader from the staff directly. After a few quick actions, she swiped her card. Thinking Melody was causing trouble, the staff shouted, What are you doing? Security, come here! Bind this troublemaker right away!

Mabel watched as Melody foolishly caused a scene; she sneered. She thought: Let’s see how this ends! I’ve tried to advise you, but you wouldn’t listen.

Regina was speechless. She thought: I thought she was smarter than this, setting traps in reverse for me. It turns out she’s just an empty-headed, accidentally outsmarting herself this time.

Upon hearing the staff member’s voice, the venue had many security personnel who immediately surrounded Melody and the primary coordinator. The guests began whispering and laughing at the Fox family for raising such a foolish daughter. But the next second, a mechanical female voice from the payment computer announced that payments of 28 million and 200 thousand dollars had been received. The moment the voice sounded, everyone in the room was stunned.

Regina immediately doubted her ears. It was the cashier who first came to their senses. After confirming that Melody had paid in full, their demeanor changed drastically. With utmost respect, they said to Melody: The payment has been received, Ms. Fox. I apologize for the misunderstanding earlier. Please don’t hold it against me; I was following protocol…

Melody glanced cooly at the cashier, not even bothered to get angry at such a two-faced person. She said coldly: Since I’ve paid, can I take my items now? She found it a hassle to stay even a second longer.

Of course! The cashier nodded eagerly, then signaled to the hostess to lead Melody to collect her items. The person in charge, even more apprehensive, repeatedly apologized to Melody. After glaring at the cashier, he pushed the hostess aside and took the lead.

Regina finally snapped out of it, turning to glare fiercely at the still-dazed Mabel. Mabel Fox! She has the money! She has the money! Why did you lie to me? Do you know how important those herbs are for my mothers?

Mabel finally snapped out of her shock. She quickly ended the video call with Russell, then turned to Regina with a grim expression. Mabel thought: This nouveau richer dares to accuse me! She should remember who she owes her place in the socialite circle to. Without me, she’d still be a nobody.

She pursed her lips and said coldly: Regina, why are you taking it out on me? How was I supposed to know where she got the money from? Instead of wasting your anger on me, you should focus on what to do next.

What to do next? Regina scoffed, finally seeing Mabel for who she indeed was. With a cold laugh, she said, Easy! You bid for that necklace, so you pay for it! I’ll take my 40 million dollars to buy the herbs from your sister. With that, Regina turned and strode off in the direction Melody had gone.

Mabel suddenly snapped out of her anger, panic filling her eyes. Regina! You can’t do this! You promised me!

But at that moment, Regina didn’t even slow her pace; she disappeared instantly. Mabel tried to follow but was intercepted by a staff member. Miss, you bid on the diamond necklace. Please proceed to payment counter number two.

I… I …. Mabel’s expression froze.

The staff stared disapprovingly at Mabel. Thinking: if it weren’t for her stirring things up constantly, would I have offended Miss Fox? He noticed Mabel’s pale face and fearful eyes, and suspicion crept into his mind. Miss, could it be that the person who can’t afford to pay is you?

In the presence of people who knew Mabel, curious glances instantly turned towards her, full of gossip. Mabel couldn’t help but panic; losing face was more significant than losing her life.

With no other option, she smiled and said: Could you please wait a moment? The funds aren’t on this card; I need to make a transfer. Saying that, she retreated to a corner, swiftly navigating her phone. there, she Ken’s name.