Chapter 155
Melody Strikes Back
Chapter 155
Janet glanced at Ken before continuing. âYou might end up not helping us at all and instead make Zack despise us.â
âDonât worry about that. Iâll handle it,â Ken replied.
âI hope so! Otherwise.â Janet said.
âThere is no otherwise!â Melody interrupted Janet bluntly and then walked out.
âYou..â Janet clenched her teeth, aware that Ken was still there, and calmed herself before stepping up to him. âKen, do you really believe she can get through to Zack! I think shell just aggravate him, which is bad for us
Ken looked up at Janet slightly and asked, âBesides her, have you seen anyone else who understands Zack this well? I remember you also tried to get to Zark, and how much do you know about his grandfather?â
Janet was at a loss for words.
She had no idea Zack had a grandfather who was significant to him.
Unable to respond, Janet could only explain, âI didnât know because I havenât started investigating Zack yet.
âEnoughâ Ken stopped her. âLeave this to her.
âBut what if she angers Zack?â Janet was unwilling.
At that, James couldnât help but interject, âMiss Murphy, you can rest assured about that. Although Miss Fox is young, she is meticulous in her work. What she mentioned earlier was only part of it. Iâve been with her these past few days, so I know that Miss Fox not only gets along well with Zackâs grandfather but is also helping treat his illness. Naturally, Zack is someone who finds it hard to trust others, so the treatment is happening in secret. She plans to reveal her identity only after Zackâs grandfather is cured. By then, Zack should at least be grateful enough for her curing his grandfather that he wonât turn against us.â
After speaking, James regretted it inwardly.
Arenât I supposed to be on Miss Murphyâs side? Why did I instinctively defend Miss wondered.
Janes found herself completely silenced by Jamesâ explanation.
She hadnât expected that treating an illness would be part of the equation.
It must be because I really want Zack to join us, he
Regardless, it seemed Melody did have some medical skills. If she truly managed to cure Zackâs grandfather, there was a chance that things might indeed work out.
Biting her lip in frustration, Janet thought, âWhat a cunning woman! I canât let Melody continue. Sometimes, itâs not the unlikely things but the inevitable ones that cause trouble. If Melody really does what I couldnât and wins Zack over for Ken, her standing with him might surpass mine. That would make things even more uncontrollable.
Lost in her thoughts, Janet was brought back by Kenâs cold voice. âYou said you needed to talk to me. Is something wrong with Insterimond?â
âWellâ¦â Janet snapped back to reality and shook her head. âNo, everything is fine with Interimond. I came to tell you that my house is fully renovated, and I wanted to invite you over after work to celebrate.â
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Kenâs expression turned frosty. âDonât come to the Swanson Group headquarters for personal matters again.
Janet hadnât expected Ken to reject her invitation so bluntly,
Her face went pale as she nodded. âI understand⦠I wonât disturb you anymore. Iâll go now.
Ken said nothing, returning to his work.
Seeing this, Janet felt even worse, pressing her lips together tightly as she left without another word.
James
hesitated but held back from saying anything
His position didnât allow him to interfere in Kenâs personal life.
However, James sincerely hoped Janet and Ken could end up together.
With that thought, James bid Ken goodbye and hurried after Janet. âHey, Miss Murphy!â
Janet paused slightly, forcing a pitiful smile. James, is there something you need!â
Seeing Janetâs pale face. James couldnât help but speak. âMiss Murphy, Mr. Swansonâs marriage to Miss Fox was a complete accident. He only got the
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marriage certificate because of Mrs. Swanson. Plus, he has no intention of making it public, which shows he doesnât acknowledge this marriage in his heart. So, please donât be too upsel..
Janet managed a grateful smile. âThank you, James. All these years, youâve seen everything, and youâre the only one who understands my pain.â
James quickly shook his head. âNo, itâs not just me. I believe Mr. Swanson knows too. But you understand. His priority right now is reclaiming Pearly Antiques. He doesnât have the headspace for anything else at the moment. Have you seen any other women around Mr. Swanson all these years? Iâm confident you two will overcome the obstacles and be togetherâ
Hearing this, Janet felt a surge of relief.
She nodded slightly. âThank you. James,â
James shook his head again. âNo need. Iâm just stating the facts.â
Janet smiled again. As they walked downstairs together, Janet asked casually. âItâs good that Melody is treating Fordâs illness. She could easily use this to win Zackâs favor, so why hide it from him?â
James explained Fordâs situation in detail and added, âMoreover, Miss Fox is very young. Even if we were in his place, we wouldnât believe she had any medical skills, let alone Zack who finds it hard to trust others. Considering both Mr. Nelsonâs and her own situation. Miss Fox decided to keep it from Zack for nowâ
Janet nodded, her eyes darkening with thought
After parting ways with James, Janet immediately dialed a number. âLeak a message to Zack that a country woman with no medical skills is deceiving his grandfather and treating him improperlyâ
The person on the other end responded concisely, âYes, Ms. Murphy
Ending the call, Janetâs lips curled into a cold smile.
Having Zack would undoubtedly strengthen their Al technology company, but they could still operate without him.
However, without Melody, everything Janet desired would be much easier to achieve.
In comparison, losing the chance to win Zackâs cooperation was insignificant.
The driver glanced at the rearview mirror instinctively, and upon sering Janetâs smile, it couldnât help but give him chills despite her outward pleasantness.
By evening, Melody walked through the door and was immediately greeted by a familiar voice. âYolanda, you have to stand up for mer
Hearing the voice, Melody felt a headache coming on.
It was none other than Ryan, the same person Melody had kicked out of the company.
So that was what his threat meant.
Melody had overestimated him, thinking he would take some actual steps to retaliate against her. Instead, he had run to Yolanda to wail and complain.