Chapter 658

Astrid gritted her teeth and stomped her feet. Immediately after, she put on a big smile and squeezed to Margaret’s side, saying, “Mom, you’ll get car sick. Let me ride with you so that I can take care of you on the way.”

“No need,” Margaret replied flatly. “I’ve asked Melody to ride with me. With you in addition would make me more likely to get car sick.”

Astrid was embarrassed after being rejected on the spot right before Melody. Margaret also noticed it. She thought for a moment and then said in a softer tone, “I know you mean well, but don’t forget, you’re bringing an extra person today. On the way, please tell her about the people who will be there today and how to speak to them appropriately.”

Only then did Astrid’s anger dissipate a little. “Thank you for reminding me. I understand.” She nodded and said to Melody, “Melody, pay more attention to Margaret. If she feels unwell, let her drink some water.”

Melody smiled and said, “Don’t worry. If Grandma feels unwell, I will definitely be the first to know.” Astrid was rendered speechless by this sentence. She turned around, called Mabel, and the two of them got into the same car.

Ken and Ulric, being brothers, were supposed to sit together. However, Ken immediately took the front passenger seat, saying, “Ulric, your legs aren’t good; I’ll sit in the front.” In reality, he just did not want to talk to Ulric. There were actually dozens of cars parked in the garage of the Swanson family, each was a rare luxury car on the market. However, the Hunter family was not as wealthy to buy a manor and only lived in a villa area, so the parking space was limited. To save trouble, Margaret only allowed them to drive three cars.

On the way, Margaret could not help but mention Cadence to Melody again. However, this time, she was more truthful and revealed some information to Melody.

“Wendell, that rascal, doesn’t learn good things but all the bad things. He used the Swanson family’s name to do a lot of dirty things. He’s a muddle-headed person. As a result, Cadence’s temper isn’t good.” Melody did not respond, knowing Margaret still had something else to say.

As expected, in just a while, Margaret sighed and said, “I don’t know where that fellow heard this nonsense from. He actually said that Cadence’s death was related to you…”

“What?” Melody pretended to be shocked and asked while pointing at her own nose, “Me? Where did he hear that from? I have nothing to do with Miss Hunter.”

Margaret patted her hand and comforted her. “I know. Of course, I know you. You’re bold and meticulous; you’re kind and innocent. Of course, you wouldn’t do such a thing. Besides, if you really did it, how could the police not find out? After all, Cadence is related to our family; they won’t dare to fool us.”

Melody nodded and looked relieved. Immediately after, she asked Margaret with a frightened expression, “Grandma, is it better if I don’t go to the funeral?”

“Silly child, I’ve already thought about it for you. If you don’t go, people will gossip even more. If you go and follow me, no one will dare to say anything about you,” said Margaret.

Only then did Melody reveal a completely relieved expression, but she still frowned in distress. “Why did Wendell think that way…”

“Don’t overthink. Rumors can’t be stopped. I’ve thought about it. The person who spread the rumors wants to use you to ruin our reputation. I won’t let it happen,” said Margaret.

Margaret thought it was simple, but somehow something happened after they arrived at the Hunter family residence.

The Hunter family residence was located in the Naymar Villa District, ten minutes or so away from Ford’s Naymar Manor.

At this moment, the Hunter family residence was placed with countless wreaths at the door, most of which were given by people. It made people feel heavy-hearted when they passed by.

Death wasn’t a joyful thing. In addition, Cadence’s death was very disgraceful. She was violated and then killed, and there were still countless videos and posts about it online. As a result, the Hunter family did not invite many people, but only a few close relatives. However, many people still came because of the Swanson family.

Many people turned up, By the time Melody and the others arrived, getting a parking spot had become a problem. But they did not need to worry about that. After getting out of the cars, they went inside after being greeted by the Hunter family’s elders at the entrance.

When Melody got out of the car, she deliberately dawdled for a while. After seeing Ken get out of the car from the corner of her eyes, she straightened the creases on her white blouse and bowed as she walked out. Then, she carefully helped Margaret out of the car.

Ken watched as Melody got out of the car. As he walked in, he casually touched his ear and James’s voice came through. “Mr. Ken, everything has been arranged to ensure that nothing goes wrong. We won’t let them take advantage of any loopholes to set up a trap for Miss Fox.”

“Ahem…” Ken covered his nose and coughed as a response.

“Let’s go in.” As soon as Margaret spoke, the group of people followed behind her and walked toward the door. “Margaret…” Astrid’s and Wendell’s parents were standing at the door to greet the guests. They were over ten years younger than Margaret, but it seemed that Cadence’s death had dealt them a huge blow as they now looked older than Margaret, who had just recovered from a serious illness. When the two elders saw Astrid, tears welled up their eyes again. However, with Margaret’s presence, they could only suppress their sadness and try their best to smile and say politely, “Thank you for making a trip here. If you get tired later, please feel free to leave early. Cadence would be very happy to know that you came.”

Margaret tightly held Mrs. Hunter’s hand and said, “My condolences… I watched Cadence grow up, too, and my heart is also bleeding, but I know your pain is even greater. But no matter what, you must take care of your health. Wendell is still young; he can remarry in the future, and you can help raise the children.”

The elderly woman nodded, but tears flowed uncontrollably. Margaret also felt uncomfortable seeing this. Her eyes also welled with tears.

Astrid stepped forward and said, “Mom, you’ve just recovered. Go in and take a drink first. I’ll help Dad and Mom greet the guests at the door.”

“Okay.” Margaret nodded and let Melody help her in.

Only when Margaret, Melody, and Ken went inside did Astrid have the time to talk to her parents. “Dad, Mom, don’t be sad. Cadence was not fortunate in this life, but if our family is truly destined to be with her, she will come back to us. Don’t forget, we still have Ulric.”

“Yes, we know. Go to accompany your mother-in-law. She’s a guest. It’s enough to have the two of us here,” said her parents.

Astrid did not go in. She waved her hand for Mabel to push Ulric through the door. The elderly couple’s attention was drawn to Mabel.