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    Hester attempted to soothe her. "Don''t be upset, Mrs. Nichols Sr. When the chief arrives, you can teach him a lesson"


    Melody''s anger subsided a little. Debre watched the scene with amusement. knowing that Melody was ustomed to a life of privilege and pampering She seemed oblivious to the shifting dyjamies in Seamar City. Back when Pedro was a mere captain, he might have sought Melody''s favor, but now, as the chief, he held a position of power and was unlikely to bend to her whims.


    Soon enough, Pedro arrived. He stepped into the room, his gaze


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    "Mr. Houston, I came right away at your request. If you need anything, I''ll do my best to help." he said.


    Marion cast a nce at Melody, and Pedro understood the silent cue. His expression shifted slightly as he turned to address her. "Mrs. Nichols Sr., are you looking for me?"


    Melody sized him up, sneering, "Mr. Hartly, you''re quite full of yourself. I requested to see you, and you refused toe."


    Pedro was unhappy with her attitude, but with Marion there, he maintained his professional demeanor. "Mrs. Nichols Sr., is there anything I can help you with?"


    Melody stood up, her voice shaking with anger. "You tell me. Your people detained my grandson. Hurry up and release him."N?velDrama.Org owns this text.


    "About that... We''re just following the rules here."


    "Rules? What rules? Do you even know who you''ve arrested? Do you still want to keep your position as chief?"


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