Chapter 555

“I’m not here to cause trouble. I just have something to say to you.” Melody tried to maintain her composure, but a crack already marred her expression.

“Well then. But if I catch you making a scene here again, things won’t be so civil.”

“Are you threatening me, your grandmother-in-law?”

“Not really. Just don’t forget that I still have your IOU. If I were to push for repayment, I doubt you could come up with that much money in such a short time.”

Melody was furious but found herself trapped. Debra had the upper hand, and she had no choice but to swallow her pride.

“I see you don’t want to make this mess any bigger. So, remember what I said. Don’t test my limits,” Debra added, restarting the elevator.

Melody was unhappy, but she couldn’t afford to escalate things further. Once they stepped into the office, Melody glanced at the space.

“Looks like your boss treats you quite well.”

“Get to the point,” Debra said, sitting down in her chair.

Melody sat across from her without hesitation. “I’m here because I want you to help Juan by digging up secrets about the McKinney Group.”

“Oh?” Debra arched a brow, a hint of amusement in her voice. “And why would you think I’d do that?”

Melody leaned in slightly, her expression serious. “You know the Nichols Group lost a lot of money recently. After you mentioned it, I checked the accounts and spoke to some board members. The drop in our stock is all because of the McKinney Group’s behind-the-scenes manipulations. Your boss, Tracy, couldn’t win against Juan fairly, so he resorted to underhanded tricks.”

Debra cut her off. “Just tell me what you want me to do.”

Melody didn’t miss a beat. “I know you’re close to Tracy. He must be fond of you, or else why would he give you such a nice office?”

Debra raised an eyebrow. “What are you implying?”

“Don’t play dumb with me. I know you, Debra. If it weren’t for Tracy liking you, there’s no way you’d be an executive here. I’m here to remind you of your real place. You’re Juan’s wife, and it’s time you act like it.”

Melody observed Debra’s expression, her tone growing more self-righteous. “I need you to act as Juan’s spy. Since Tracy likes you, he’ll tell you everything. Use the information you get to help Juan recover the Nichols Group’s stock value. And don’t worry. I’ll make sure you’re well compensated.”

Debra could hardly believe what she was hearing. A short laugh escaped her, growing into full-blown laughter that echoed through the office.

“What’s so funny?”

“I’m sorry. It’s just the ridiculousness of what you’re saying. I couldn’t help myself.”

Melody’s face turned a deeper shade of red.

“Do you think this is a joke? Let me tell you, I know all about what’s been going on between you and Tracy. The fact that I’m willing to overlook it is me giving you a chance. Don’t think for a second I’ll tolerate your shameless behavior forever.”