Chapter 161: Slander

Melinda nestled in his arms, her voice heavy with guilt. "I feel so bad for my mom. She stayed at the Lowe Villa for over twenty years, and now that she's sick, her own husband and the kids she raised are making her suffer. I should have brought her to live with me sooner."

"This isn't on you. You couldn't have known Bobby would be such a jerk. Don't worry, Mrs. Lowe will be okay," Raymond reassured her, gently patting her back.

Soon, the internet was buzzing with news about Bobby and Emily's press conference, and discussions about Melinda were trending, making it to the top three headlines: "Melinda, how could she harm her own mother? What a heartless person!"

"Don't jump to conclusions. Melinda is Raymond's future wife!"

"I'm so jealous of Melinda. Not just anyone can marry into the Thomas family!"

"I don't think Melinda is the type to be so ruthless!"

Emily sat in her apartment, clutching her phone tightly. The supportive comments for Melinda on the screen felt like needles in her eyes. Her face grew darker with anger and frustration, almost driving her to smash her phone on the ground.

She had thought that after the carefully planned press conference, Melinda's reputation would be irreparably damaged. But reality had slapped her in the face; Melinda had not only survived but gained more sympathy and support.

Just then, her phone rang urgently. She glanced at the screen, and the name "Leo" flashed. A surge of inexplicable joy filled her heart, as if she saw a glimmer of hope.

She quickly composed herself and answered the call, her voice trembling slightly. "Leo, what do you need?"

On the other end, Leo's voice was filled with delight. "Emily, everything is set for tomorrow." Hearing this, Emily's heart surged with joy like a tidal wave.

She had been waiting for this day! Once the will was announced, she would finally become a true member of a prestigious family.

She tried to calm her excitement, her voice full of gratitude. "That's wonderful, thank you, Leo!"

Leo chuckled, his voice indulgent. "As long as you behave, I'll do anything for you." After hanging up Emijv. let_out_an_excited laugh.

The next morning, as Melinda arrived at the Lowe Group's entrance, she was surrounded by reporters.

"Ms. Sharp, do you have anything to say?"

"Ms. Sharp, are you here to demand an explanation from the Lowe Group?"

"Come on, tell us, are you feeling guilty?"

The reporters' questions came at her like a storm, making Melinda frown, her beautiful face covered with a layer of frost.

She had just received a call from Raymond that morning, informing her of the sudden board meeting at the Lowe Group, which left her surprised and puzzled.

Standing in front of the towering building, she couldn't help but feel a wave of emotion. With her mother critically ill, Bobby was hastily calling a board meeting- something was definitely off.

She took a deep breath, steadied her emotions, and walked into the building with determined steps.

Raymond had already made arrangements for her. Stuart was waiting at the entrance with a group of bodyguards.

They headed straight to the conference room.

Bobby, unaware of their arrival, sat in the center of the room, looking around with a serious expression. His gaze carried an air of authority, making everyone present feel uneasy.

A sudden noise broke the silence of the conference room. Melinda appeared at the door, a cold smile on her face as she scanned the room, finally resting her eyes on Bobby.

"Melinda, what are you doing here? This isn't the Thomas Group; you can't just waltz in and out," Bobby said, standing up with a scowl.

His voice carried a hint of irritation, as if Melinda's presence had thrown a wrench in his plans.

But Melinda wasn't fazed by his attitude. She kept her smile and spoke firmly. "I'm here for the board meeting."

Her voice, though not loud, was clear and resonated throughout the room, making sure everyone heard her.

Bobby was momentarily taken aback, not expecting such a straightforward response from Melinda.

He scoffed dismissively. "You? On what grounds?"

"On the grounds that my mother owns sixty percent of the company shares. I'm her daughter. She's too ill to come, so I'm here in her place," Melinda shot back, not backing down.

Her gaze was sharp and unwavering, as if piercing through Bobby's soul.

The atmosphere in the conference room grew tense.

The other shareholders had varied reactions-some were amused, some worried, and others indifferent.

They all knew this board meeting was destined to be anything but peaceful.

Melinda calmly took the empty seat to her left.

She took a deep breath, steadied her emotions, and prepared for the challenges ahead.

She knew this battle was just beginning....

Leo sat at the corner of the table, his eyes deep and penetrating, as if he could see through people's hearts.

He slowly raised his head, his gaze sweeping over each shareholder's face before finally settling on Melinda.

A barely noticeable smile played on his lips.

"Since Mrs. Lowe is critically ill, I have something for everyone to witness. Mr. Ryan, please," Leo said slowly, his voice deep and powerful, silencing the room.

His mysterious demeanor piqued everyone's curiosity.

At Leo's words, Bobby nodded and sat down.

The atmosphere in the conference room became even more tense.

At that moment, Floyd stood up, calmly taking a document from his briefcase. "I will

now read Mrs. Connie's will." His words shocked everyone.

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A will?

Even Melinda was taken aback. Connie had never mentioned any will to her.

The contents of the will were indeed surprising.

According to the will, Bobby would receive forty percent of the shares, while Melinda

and Emily would each receive ten percent.

This meant Bobby would become the largest shareholder of the company.

Melinda's heart couldn't help but tremble.

Her gaze fell on Bobby, filled with a complex mix of anger and disappointment.

She suspected the will had been tampered with, but she knew now was not the time to

pursue it.

She hoped Connie would wake up soon and unravel the mystery herself.

"I can accept this will."

Melinda took a deep breath, trying to keep her voice calm.

"But I need a copy of the will."

Bobby looked at Melinda, a hint of triumph in his eyes.

He signaled his secretary to make a copy of the will for Melinda.

Then, he changed his tone, his voice turning sinister. "Melinda, you confined my wife in

the Thomas Group hospital just to get the Lowe Group shares? Too bad, you ungrateful daughter. Your mom isn't even dead yet, and you're already fighting for the inheritance." His words were like a bombshell, causing an uproar in the conference

room.

Melinda's expression changed slightly, a mix of surprise and anger flashing in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure. She took a deep breath, her voice firm and strong. "Mr. Lowe, you know very well how my mother fell ill. Don't make me find the evidence."

Leo had been quietly observing Melinda from the side, her reaction exactly as he had expected.