Chapter <b>521</b>


    After the doctors left, Margaret grasped Melody’s hand tightly and said, “Melody, I’ll leave my health in your hands!” “Don’t worry, I will <b>make </b>sure you get well soon. When you’re feeling better, let’s go line dancing together. Melody replied. “Alright, let’s do that. Margaret smiled.


    Standing by the side. Astrid silently sneered, disdain clear <b>on </b>her face. Line dancing? This country bumpkin really is clueless about high society. <b>And </b>does she actually think she is skilled enough to treat the old woman<b>? </b>What a joke!‘ she mocked internally


    Despite the disdain in her mind. Astrid put on a concerned look and said. “Miss Fox, we trust our mother’s health to you.”


    Melody nced at Astrid <b>with </b><b>a </b>knowing smile, aware of her true intentions. Having been her mother–inw in a <b>previous </b>life. Melody could predict Astrid’s every move. Astrid Swanson, too bad for you now, she thought, confident that Astrid’s schemes <b>would </b>fail <b>this </b>time.


    However, Melody knew she couldn’t <b>afford </b>to be careless, as unexpectedplications could still arise during the treatment, She needed to stay focused and prevent Astrid from exploiting y vulnerabilities. The incident at Herbathrive served as a much–needed warning


    “Rest assured, I will do my utmost to help, Melody said, nodding an acknowledgment. Turning to Margaret, she added, “TIL 59 prepare the medicine now. You <b>should </b>rest, and it possible, try some light walking. It will aid <b>in </b>your recovery.“.


    Margaret eagerly agreed, asking <b>a </b>servant to bring her a cane <b>so </b>she could take a stroll in the garden. Her illness, exacerbated by excessive nourishment and <bck </b>of exercise, could greatly benefit from some light walking. Melody felt a sense of relief, secing Margaret’s willingness to cooperate.


    Melody believed the ideal situation for a doctor was when the patient followed their advice. The previous doctors clearly hadn’t been able to establish the necessary connection with Margaret to support their case.


    Although Melody specialized in traditional medicine, she <b>was </b>well–versed in modern medical practices due to her mentor, who was proficient in both fields. Despite her great respect for modern medicine, she did not consider surgery suitable for Margaret.


    Unlike younger patients, the elderly are more susceptible toplications during and after surgery. Even if Margaret had rejected her treatment n earlier, Melody <b>would </b>still <b>have </b>advised against surgery,


    As Margaret prepared for her walk in the garden, Melody added a few more reminders. “Mrs. Margaret, you must stop taking all your tonics for the time being and avoid any sudden strenuous activities, she advised.


    After giving <b>all </b>the required instructions, Melody turned to one of the servants and asked for directions to the kitchen <b>so </b>she could start preparing the necessary medicines.


    Ramon had been silent since agreeing to give Melody a week to treat his mother. Once Melody left the room, he turned to Ken to discuss their family business. “How’s thend acquisition in Northera progressing?”


    “Everything <b>is </b>going smoothly. We’re currently negotiating the price. With assistance from the country’s topw firm, we should be able to identify some weaknesses and lower the cost, Een replied.


    “Good” Ramon nodded, his gaze full of approval.


    This scene made Ulric feel quite ufortable. Despite sharing the same family status, Ken had always outshone him in every <b>aspect</b>. When Ulric’s <b>legs </b>were injured, he used Ken of being the culprit, hoping their father would disown Ken Instead, <b>Ramon </b>chose to suppress the incident, leaving Ken unscathed and in a position of favor.


    Ulric attempted to spread rumors about the incident through various channels, hoping to damage Ken’s reputation further.


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    Yet, despite this, his father sull delegated most of thepany’s operational authority to him.


    Gritting his teeth, Ulric felt a surge of frustration. Ken’s continued sess and their father’s unwavering support only fueled his determination to recover and prove his worth. If things continued like <b>this</b>, Ken would inevitably be the sessor of the family business–an oue Ulric could not ept


    “Let’s continue this conversation in the study, Ramon told Ken. He then turned to Ulric, reminding him, “Take care and don’t overexert yourself.


    Observing the difference in attitude towards Ken and himself, Uric bit his lip in silence, feeling upset. He looked up at Astrid and found her looking back at him, both of their expressions filled with resentment.


    ‘Let’s talk in your room, Astrid said, leaving Margaret’s room. She couldn’t wait to go, as she had always found the medicinal scent in the room unbearable. With his brows furrowed, Ulric maneuvered his wheelchair and followed closely behind his mother.


    <b>In </b>Ulric’s room. Astrid closed the door behind them and immediately asked, “Now that Ken is back, what <b>have </b>the people you sent to monitor him discovered? Did you find out why he’s here and <b>how </b>long he ns to <b>stay</b>?”N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    Ulric shook his head, his expression grim. “They haven’t been able to gain his <b>trust </b>and uncover anything substantial. From what I’ve gathered, he seems to be back mainly to visit Grandma‘ he said.


    “That old woman…” Astrid’s voice trailed off as her eyes darkened at the mention of Margaret Swanson. “Ken never liked being here, so once the old woman is dead, he might not want to return anymore,” she said.


    Raising his eyebrows, Ulric asked. “Are <b>you </b>nning to do something to Grandma?”


    “Why else do you think I agreed to let that girl from the Fox family treat her?” Astrid sneered, her disdain evident.


    Astrid frowned as she thought about Melody and the Fox family. I heard you sent a gift to the Fox family yesterday?” she


    asked.


    “Yes, Ulric admitted “After Grandma’s birthday banquet, almost everyone in Silveke knows about our engagement <b>with </b>the Fox family. I thought sending a gift <b>would </b>prevent any gossip and help maintain our image,” he exined.“We can be the bigger person in this situation to enhance our reputation within the circle. Ultimately, it’s still up to <b>us </b>whether the marriage. actually materializes, Ulric said matter–of–factly


    Astrid looked at her son and was relieved to see that his eyes did not hint at any personal feelings. “As long as you understand what’s important and remember not to give them too much hope,” she said.


    I know, but this is not the most important matter at hand, Ulric replied with a frown. “What’s important is Dad’s stance, I still can’t tell who he favors, and he’s supposed to retire in a couple of years. Have you heard him mention who will inherit the Swanson Group?” he continued, his voice tinged with exasperation.


    Astrid shook her head, her expression turning serious. “Your father is cunning, and you know he wouldn’t discuss such matters with me. But judging by his attitude towards Ken today, he values capability above all else. You need to focus <b>on </b>your recovery and demonstrate your worth.”


    “But what about Ken Ulric asked, his concern evident.


    “If the old woman dies during the treatment, Ken will be too preupied seeking revenge on that girl from the Fox family to pose any threat to you, Astrid reassured him. “Tll arrange for a doctor immediately, so just concentrate on your leg treatment, she emphasized, her tone firm


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