Chapter 547

However, Melody knew very well that Ken was just putting on this act to help her embarrass Russell. However, even though she knew that it was a show, her heart was still racing somehow. She took a deep breath and pressed on an acupoint without batting an eyelid. Only then did she manage to stabilize her heartbeat.

No one naturally noticed Melody’s slight movement, but Ken saw it all. The corners of his lips subconsciously curled up into a smile. His right hand wrapped around Melody’s shoulder as he turned to look at Russell. The moment his gaze landed, the gentleness in his eyes instantly disappeared, replaced by a cold aura.

Russell’s back stiffened when he was staring at Ken’s hand hugging Melody’s waist in disbelief. ‘Why are they so intimate? So is it not just because he is grateful to Melody for saving Maria’s life? But how is that possible? A man as high and mighty as Ken would only fall for an ugly woman like Melody when he is blind.’

Before Russell could ask, Ken spoke first, “I remember that I reminded you before to treat Melody better. It seems that you really ignored my words. On account that you’re her father, I’ll tell you one last time. Not only will I protect her, but I’ll also protect her for the rest of my life. As long as I’m alive, the entire Halcyon has to show her respect, including you, Russell Fox!”

Russell was stunned and Mabel’s heart was also in turmoil. She subconsciously thought of Ulric’s attitude towards her at Naymar Manor and deeply felt the pathetic difference. She was very sure that Ulric liked her, but what he had done was far inferior to Ken’s protection of Melody.

Clenching her fists tightly, Mabel was so jealous that her nails dug into her flesh. She couldn’t accept all this crazy stuff. Melody was just an ugly girl from the countryside, but Ken always doted on her and took on her side no matter what happened.

Mabel thought to herself that Ken must be blind or bewitched. But no matter what, she would never believe that Ken had fallen in love with Melody.

Ken didn’t bother to waste his time on the Fox family people. He hugged Melody’s waist tightly and said to her, “Let’s go.” Then, he led Melody across the road.

When Melody passed by Russell, she stopped in her tracks and said coldly, “Be prepared. The Justalion Group will be returned to its original owner soon!”

Russell gritted his teeth and glared at Melody. He wanted to curse, but when he saw Ken’s cold gaze from the corner of his eye, he was so frightened that he quickly lowered his head. It was not until the car drove away that Russell dared to look up. His eyes were trembling as he looked in the direction where the car had left as if he had just come back from hell.

“Dad!” Mabel waited for the car to drive away before jumping out. She said indignantly, “Melody is too much. She was so rude to you and even brought Ken to threaten us. She doesn’t respect you at all. But it makes sense. She didn’t grow up by your side, so it’s normal for her to be so heartless.”

“That’s enough!” The veins on Russell’s forehead bulged. “Don’t ever mention the black market again. We’ll just treat her as dead!”

“Yes, Dad.” Mabel nodded obediently, but after a moment, she added worriedly, “But what if she really uses Ken’s power to snatch the shares?”

“Hmph! No matter how powerful Ken is, the company is still mine.

Without my permission, no one can rob any shares from me!” Although Russell said so on the surface, he still felt a little uneasy in his heart. He was extremely regretful that he had taken Melody back from the countryside.

At this moment, a car stopped in front of the Nathan family. The door opened and Owen got off.

Seeing this, Mabel quickly reminded Russell, “Dad, Mr. Nathan is here.”

Russell remembered his purpose for coming here. He quickly put aside those distracting thoughts and went up to Owen politely. “Mr. Nathan, glad to see you!”

Owen had been brought to the Swanson Group headquarters by Ken, which almost took his life. At this moment, he was depressed and dispirited. When he saw Russell, he forced himself to perk up and asked, “Mr. Fox, why are you here?”

“I wish to have a collaboration with you, so I came here personally to express my sincerity. Sorry that I did not inform you in advance. Please don’t take offense.” Russell observed Owen’s expression and asked, “Mr. Nathan, are you feeling unwell today? Why do you look so pale?”

“No…” Owen covered his nose and coughed. “I just have a cold. It’s fine. Since the two of you are here, come in.”

Russell nodded. As he followed Owen in, he introduced Mabel to him. “This is my daughter, Mabel. Last year, she won the Best Celebrity of Silverlake.”

Mabel revealed a polite smile and greeted Owen. “Hello, Mr. Nathan. Do you remember me? Shindy and I used to be classmates in school.”

At the mention of Shindy’s name, Owen looked up and smiled unnaturally. “So you’re Shindy’s friend. I’m too old and my memory isn’t good. Sorry for that.”

“No…” Mabel’s smile was stiff. No man could forget her when they saw her. It seemed like he was really old.

She forced a smile and asked, “Is Shindy at home? I haven’t seen her for a long time. I want to have a chat with her.”

“She-” As was looking for a reason to reject Mabel, Shindy’s voice suddenly sounded. “Mabel?”

Owen quickly looked in the direction of the voice. When he saw that Shindy had recovered, his eyes revealed a surprised expression. It seemed that Dr. Knowles’s method actually took effect so quickly. If she could completely cure Shindy, the nightmare he had experienced today was really worth it.

Shindy also noticed Owen’s gaze. She followed the servant’s instructions and regained her consciousness after drinking herbal soup. As for her wet nurse, she had personally slapped her in the face and got her imprisoned. She gave his father a reassuring look and walked to Mabel. “Long time no see, Mabel.”

“Hi.” Mabel took the initiative to hold Shindy’s hand and said, “We haven’t contacted each other in a long time. Let’s have a chat.”

“Okay.” Shindy hadn’t liked socializing before, but from today on, she intended to walk out of her comfort zone and start her life again.

Owen was slightly relieved when he saw that the two girls were chatting well. He turned to look at Russell and said, “Mr. Fox, shall we talk in the study?”

“Alright, alright, alright!” Russell quickly nodded and gave Mabel a satisfied look. Although he had given birth to an evil creature like Melody,

it was a comfort that he had an obedient and smart daughter like Mabel.