Chapter 816 Well Played

• Melody felt a mix of astonishment and unease at the sudden generosity she was receiving. Her instincts made her question why these people were acting so kindly toward her.
• It wasn't that she was always suspicious of others' motives, but such unfamiliar goodwill was something she had seldom experienced.
• In her previous life, even her closest family members weren't particularly kind to her. So, why would these various industry magnates, who had only just met her, treat her any better?