Chapter 182
“Ulric!” Cadence couldn’t help but move forward, directly blocking Ulric’s view. <b>She </b>affectionately tugged at his sleeve and said, “Ulric,e and try the dishes I made”
Ulric <b>withdrew </b>his gaze, smiling indulgently. “Alright, I’ll taste our superstar’s cooking”
<b>Cadence </b>blushed again, ncing over at Melody with a cold sneer in her heart.
<b>Cadence </b>thought, ‘Ulric must have just <b>nced </b>over subconsciously. There’s no way he has any interest in that woman!‘
She pulled Ulric to the table, personally feeding him a piece of shalone, then koked at him expectantly.
Ulric swallowed and generously gave a thumbs–up. “You have truly grown up. Any man who marries you will be very fortunate.”
Cadence’s heart fluttered, but the tabou kept her from waying more. She just smiled and curled her lips..
At this moment, Margaret noticed Melody walking over and waved her hand. “Melody, you’re finally heret Come quickly. The roastmb <b>is </b><b>almost </b>ready!
on the ta
<b>rable</b>.
Melody quickened her pace and ced her tray on
“Melody, what did you make? Margaret asked curiously.
Melody <b>smiled </b>and opened the first lid.
<b>Cadence </b>stood by, expecting everyone to see Melody’s meager country dishes. However, when the lid was lifted, a rich sour and spicy aroma mixed with the scent of duck filled the air.
She
<b>he </b><b>was </b>momentarily stunned and hurriedly looked into the casserole.
Inside, the old duck meat was partially submerged in a rich but not greasy broth, the golden yellow paired with pickled peppers making it look incredibly appetizing
dence had to admit that this dish’s aroma alone made one’s mouth water.
But she didn’t know how Melody made the dish.
She had left very few ingredients for Melody, yet the dish she <b>made </b>looked more appetizing than <b>any </b>of her owIL
Meanwhile, Margaret couldn’t wait after smelling the aroma and <b>had </b>a servant serve her a small piece.
The duck meat, simmered to the point of melting in the mouth without losing its original vor, was entirely devoid of its usual gamey <b>taste</b>, reced by a full–bodied savory vor.
One bite in. Margaret didn’t even have time to praise it before taking <b>a </b>second bite.
The second bate led to a third, and soon enough, she had devoured some duck meat.
Only after finishing did Margaret find the time to <b>look </b>at Melody in <b>amazement</b>. “Melody, what is this dish It tastes like <b>duck</b>, but there’s no gamey vor at <b>all</b><b>.</b>
“This is my homemade duck, It’s meant to be appetizing, and the broth is very nourishing, just right for you,” Melody said.
<b>“</b>I love this <b>dish</b>!” Margaret’s eyes narrowed in satisfaction.
“Is it really <b>that </b>amazing?” Astrid muttered to herself and <b>took </b><b>a </b>scoop as well
The moment the broth hit her jte, she was overwhelmingly satisfied.
Astrid <b>was </b>stunned.
The Swanson family’s chefs were highly paid hires, yet even the best dishes from those chefs couldn’tpete with Melody’s duck
Astrid thought. This wretched woman indeed is good at cooking
However, Astrid couldn’t bring herself to <b>praise </b>Melody out loud. She pouted and forced herself not to <b>take </b>a second bite.
But ultimately, she couldn’t resist the aroma and quietly asked a servant to get her some.
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Chapter 182
<b>Ulric </b>was also drawn by the aroma and took a <b>piece </b>of duck meat.
He chewed silently for a few seconds<b>, </b>then looked at Melody <b>and </b>said, “Miss Fox, you are truly impressive. Not only are your medical skills. outstanding, but your cooking is exceptional 100. If you ever open a restaurant, I will be the first to invest.
Melody briefly forced <b>a </b>polite smile and then looked over at <b>Ken</b>.
<b>But </b>Ken was not looking at her, instead staring coldly at his phone,Content from N?velDr(a)ma.Org.
Melody thought, “What’s with him?
“Seems like Miss Fox’s cooking skills are <b>quite </b><b>good</b>, Cadence said with a fake smile. “I thought country folks only are poor dishes, but it turns out there are such delicious dishes in the countryside, even making Margaret praise them.”
Melody ignored the ‘country folksment and smiled. “Miss Hunter, you can try it too. If you like it, I can teach you how to make it someday”
“No need Cadence replied coldly. “I can’t get used to this
Melody shrugged and opened the second lid.
Inside was some beautifully colored mousse.
I made some mousse. If <b>you </b>feel the duck greasy, you might try this, Melody said
“Melody, you’re so thoughtful. You should teach my useless chefs sometime to improve my <b>meals</b>. Margaret’s eyes were full of satisfaction with Melody
Cadence saw <b>this </b>and grew even more resentful
But then she remembered her n, and a cold smile appeared on her lips.
She thought. Just wait, you’ll have a good show soon!
As the sky darkened, lights illuminated the backyard, <b>making </b><b>it </b>as bright as day.
Everyone enjoyed their meal, and suddenly. Cadence stood up and <b>said</b>, “I just remembered I brought some gifts back from abroad. <b>Miss </b>Fox, would you minding with me to get them<b>?</b><b>”</b>
Melody’s instincts told her something <b>was </b>wrong, but <b>in </b>her moment of hesitation, Cadence smirked and said, “I forgot, Miss Fox is a guest of honor. Of o
course, you wouldn’t want to help me with such a menial task.”
At that moment, Margaret went to take her medicine, and Ken was on the phone not far away.
Astrid said softly. “<b>Miss </b>Fox seems to be quite important, so much so that even Cadence can’t <b>ask </b>her for help.”
Melody pursed her lips, <b>stood </b>up. , and said, “I was just <b>about </b>to offer to apany <b>Miss </b>Hunter. Miss Hunter, shall we go?”
“Sorry to trouble <b>you</b>. The car is parked at the back gate. Follow me” <b>Cadence </b><b>said </b>and smiled meaningfully, leading the way.
The back gate was close to the backyard, but the estate was sorge that it still took them over ten minutes to reach it
“We’re here,” Cadence said.
She pointed to a brightly lit business car not far <b>away</b>.
But through the lights, it was <b>clear </b>the car was empty.
Cadence <b>said</b>, “It’s in the trunk. Follow me.”
Melody, still wary, carefully walked behind Cadence.
However, the moment Cadence opened the trunk, a fierce, giant pit bull lunged at Melody.
Melody, despite her inner vignce, hadn’t expected a living creature. She was caught off guard and knocked to the ground by the pit bull.
Shended on her back, and a sharp pain shot through her spine.
Melody <b>gasped </b>in pain but couldn’t focus on her back because the pit b bull was baring its teeth at her neck.
She quickly turned her head, and the pit bulls bite missed, its head crashing into the ground <b>from </b>the force.