Melody Strikes Back by Myra Walker

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Melody narrowed her eyes slightly as she looked at the servant blocking her path, appearing as if she had been waiting for her arrival. Content is © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.

“Astrid Swanson sure is ruthless, Melody thought. I didn’t expect her to take action so quickly: Thinking back to her previous life, she then realized that even if Ulric and Mabel hadn’t conspired to kill her, life under Astrid as her mother–in- law would have been far from pleasant. 

With that, a cold glint flickered in Melody’s eyes, but she quickly masked it with a bright smile. “That’s very thoughtful, but there’s no need. Before I made the prescription, I asked Mrs. Margaret about any allergies, so you don’t have to worry,” she 

said. 

The servant’s smile faltered momentarily, but she quickly regained her composure. “It’s better to be safe than sorry in case Mrs. Margaret forgets something. So please hand over the medicine so I can let the family doctor check it,” she said, reaching out to snatch the tray from Melody. 

Melody smoothly dodged the servant’s hand. Unable to stop herself, the servant lunged forward and fell, gasping in pain as she hit the ground. 

Watching the servant fall, Melody smiled faintly and said, “No need to kneel before me. I’m no royalty, and I haven’t prepared any gifts. Her tone was lightly mocking. 

Realizing she appeared to be kneeling and bowing to Melody, the servant’s expression turned grim as she scrambled to stand up. 

Feeling humiliated, the servant could no longer muster a smile. Instead, she glared at Melody and said, “Miss Fox, what do you mean by that?” 

Melody’s gaze turned sharp. “I should be asking what you’re trying to do,” she said. “Everyone knows that herbal medicine. loses its efficacy as it cools down, so what are you trying to achieve by delaying my delivery to Mrs. Margaret? Shouldn’t you want her to recover quickly? What are your intentions?” Melody questioned, her tone stern and authoritative. 

As Melody glared at the servant, her previously serene demeanor transformed into an icy, commanding aura. The servant, taken aback, suddenly felt as if she were standing before Ken, known for his cold and intimidating presence. 

The stern look on Melody’s face left the servant momentarily speechless, unable to find the words to respond. When the servant finally regained her composure, she forced a smile and said, “You must have misunderstood me. I genuinely hope for Mrs. Margaret’s quick recovery. Why wouldn’t I want her to get well soon?” 

The servant feared being blamed for not wanting Margaret to get better, which would be difficult for her to handle as a low- ranking servant in the Swanson family. 

Once she defended herself, the servant clarified, “I didn’t suggest that the doctor check the medicine. It was Mrs. Astrid’s idea. If you refuse to cooperate, I’ll need to inform her. Observing Melody’s reluctance to hand over the medicine, the servant had to mention Astrid’s involvement. 

Melody remained silent, seemingly contemplating the servant’s words. During that pause, the servant noticed Melody’s gaze shifting, causing her heart to race inexplicably. 

Suddenly, Melody’s face lit up with a smile. “Oh, so it was Mrs. Astrid’s idea. How considerate of her.” 

Upon hearing Melody’s response, the servant’s heart started racing. Why do I feel like Miss Fox knew about Mrs. Astrid’s plan? No, that couldn’t be possible, she thought. 

Forcing a smile, the servant replied. “Yes, Mrs. Astrid always cared for Mrs. Margaret. So, please give me the medicine, and I’ll hurry to the doctor and bring it back before it cools down.” 

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Melody shook her head and refused to hand over the medicines again. The servant recognized Melody’s persistence and knew she had to be tougher in her words. 

With a stern and assertive tone, she declared, “Miss Fox, remember that you’re not in your own home but in the Swanson household. If you refuse to hand over the medicine for inspection, it implies you’re hiding something!” 

“Why are you two still standing there? Seize her now! The servant barked her command at the two bodyguards stationed by 

the door. 

The bodyguards exchanged uncertain glances, unsure whether to follow the order. After all, this woman was the doctor personally appointed by Margaret for her treatment. 

While they hesitated, Melody spoke up, “You misunderstood me It’s not that I won’t let you take it for inspection, but going back and forth is a waste of time. Plus, it’s quite chilly today, and the medicine could cool down quickly.” “How about this? I’ll take the medicine to Mrs. Margaret, and you can fetch the doctor to come to her room, Melody suggested. 

“No, that won’t do!” the servant instantly rejected. 

“Why not?” Melody asked, looking genuinely puzzled. “All you want is for the doctor to inspect it, right? I suggested that you bring the doctor over, but you rejected it. Do you have an ulterior motive for taking the medicine away? Are you planning to add something while I’m not looking?” 

The servant jumped and immediately denied it. “Of course notishe exclaimed. 

“Alright, then, Melody said with a smile. Til go to Mrs. Margaret’s room and wait for the doctor. With that, she entered the elevator with the medicines. 

While the servant was still fretting about what to do, the elevator doors had already closed, and she had lost the opportunity. to stop Melody. Left with no choice, she hurried off to report the situation to Astrid. 

Upon hearing what had happened, Astrid flew into a rage and stopped the servant. The sound echoed through the room, leaving the servant trembling in fear. Though her cheek stung, she didn’t dare make a sound. 

Seeing the servant’s cowardly demeanor, Astrid became even angrier and delivered another slap across her face. 

“Useless creature! You can’t even handle such a small matter!” Astrid bellowed. “How can younger than you? What’s the point of keeping you around?” 

you not deal with someone so much 

“Yes, it’s all my fault… the servant whimpered. Feeling aggrieved, she tried to defend herself, “The woman was very cautious, and it felt like she was onto something. No matter what I said, she refused to give me the medicine. I was afraid she would get suspicious, so I had to let her go.” 

“Suspicious? She’s just a girl from the countryside who knew nothing about our family’s situation. How could she possibly suspect anything? Just admit your incompetencel Astrid reprimanded the servant, her hand reaching out for another slap “Enough!” Ulric shouted, his voice cold. 

Astrid’s hand stopped mid–air as she turned to look at her son. 

“It’s not her fault, Ulric said calmly. “I suspect Ken had already bribed her into his side. He must have reminded her to be careful, hence her being so reluctant to hand over the medicine 

Frowning, Astrid replied, “Ken bribed her!” 

“If not, why would she be so wary?” Ulric said. 

“What should we do now? What we are giving her is a slow–acting poison, so it needs to be taken continuously for at least three days to be effective, Astrid said. 

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Ulric lit a cigarette and spoke calmly after a few puffs, “There’s no need to rush. We still have time left within the week, don’t we? She may have avoided it today, but she may not hold out for the rest of the week.” 

Astrid felt slightly better after hearing Ulric’s thoughts and ordered the servant to leave the room. 

Relieved, the servant hastily left the room, making sure to shut the door tightly behind her.