Daddy, You Got The Wrong Mommy-Chapter 126: Sworn Enemies

Chapter 126: Chapter 126: Sworn Enemies
"I’ve resigned."
Melody Lane spoke with a gentle smile.
Elara Don was taken aback, her smile fading.
"Why resign? Didn’t I tell you that you could pretend to let Melody get close to you, with the aim to invite the enemy into your camp?"
Upon hearing this, Melody smiled and held Elara’s hand.
"Charlotte, thank you for everything you’ve done for me. It’s just that people must pay for their mistakes. Whenever I think about having betrayed you, my heart is restless working here."
"Moreover, Melody was played, and she surely won’t let it go easily. I don’t want to implicate the company."
This was a decision she had made long ago.
Although no one besides Charlotte knew what she had done, she didn’t want to deceive herself.
Also, if she didn’t resign, she was afraid Melody would keep an eye on her, eventually dragging up this old story.
Then she’d still lose face and wouldn’t be able to stand in Scentia.
It’s better to leave now.
"Alright, I respect your decision."
Elara was a little regretful but didn’t persuade her more.
She held Elena Soo’s hand, "So what do you plan to do next?"
Her family still had a seriously ill mother; she couldn’t be without a job.
"The club where I work part-time is short of a resident singer, I thought I’d give it a try," Elena said.
Resident singer at a club?
Elara was surprised, she hadn’t expected Elena to have this talent!
Elara thought for a moment and said, "Elena, do you want to enter the entertainment industry? I can try to talk to Mr. Landers, see if he can support you."
It’s not that the club is bad.
But it’s a mixed crowd; she worried Elena might get bullied.
"No need."
Elena quickly said, "Charlotte, you’ve helped me enough already; I feel undeserving. Besides, I want to train myself first and then consider whether to move into the entertainment industry when the time is right."
Seeing Elena’s firm attitude and clear goals, Elara didn’t say much more.
"Alright, once you start, I’ll come to listen to you sing."
"Okay."
"..."
Hospital.
Melody watched as her long hair was cut off, angrily throwing things.
Elara had embarrassed her in the high society circle; she originally intended to make her unable to stand in Sea City!
She wanted to brand Elara as a plagiarist, making her suffer without recourse!
But unexpectedly, Elena Soo actually gave her a fake formula data!
Bitch!
They’re all bitches!
Melody was so angry her face twisted.
Beep, a message came to her phone.
It was an account receipt.
Elena had returned the money she gave her.
Ha!
Did that bitch Elena think returning the money would suffice?
Melody scowled, took out her phone, and dialed Elena’s number.
Soon, the call was connected.
"Hello."
"Elena, you dare play me? Do you think returning the money clears you? Don’t forget, I have all the information about our meetings and exchanges. Just wait; I’ll announce in the industry that you’re a corporate spy, making you unable to stand in Scentia!"
Melody was furious, her voice sharp.
"I’ve already resigned, Miss Collins, do whatever you want," Elena finished speaking and directly hung up.
"Elena, Elena, you dare hang up on me!"
Melody was so angry she almost threw her phone.
Wasn’t this woman very short on money?
Why was she suddenly acting boldly!
Was she not going to help her mother with the treatment?
Wasn’t she supposed to be a devoted daughter?
Melody’s chest heaved, thinking, she went to the oncology department of the hospital.
In Elena’s mother’s ward, specialists were just conducting a consultation for her.
It seemed she wasn’t giving up on treatment.
But where did she get the money?
"How lucky she is to get expert treatment for free."
"Nothing comes for free, I heard Mr. Landers, a shareholder of our hospital, arranged a special quota for her."
"What relationship does she have with Mr. Landers to make him intervene?"
"Surely her daughter has gotten involved with Mr. Landers."
"..."
Two nurses holding trays gossiped as they left.
Melody overheard this, and finally understood.
So, it was Craig Landers who intervened?
Why would he get involved?
Did he really take a liking to Elena?
Or... because of Elara!
She remembered how much Craig Landers looked after Elara at the banquet hosted by Hawthorne Beauty.
Yes, it must be Elara!
She had discovered her plan, then exploited it further, colluding with Elena to deceive her!
That bitch!
She was at odds with her!
...
Elara Don finally concocted the perfume.
Smelling the sample with its captivating fragrance, Elara nodded in satisfaction.
The scent was very unique, exactly what she wanted to present.
"All set! Charlotte, congratulations, you’ve done it," Ethan was delighted, laughing as he spoke.
"Same to you, it’s everyone’s achievement."
Elara curved her lips slightly, "Thank you, director, for taking care of me during this time."
Ever since things were clarified between her and Ethan, his attitude towards her became much more distant.
Fortunately, this man was upright, and didn’t bear grudges or create obstacles due to her rejection.
"It was necessary, Charlotte, we’re still good colleagues, good friends."
Ethan felt relieved seeing Elara’s affable demeanor.
The recent distance was only because he felt his ego hurt.
Now that it was all out in the open, he hoped she’d still see him as a friend and colleague.
"Of course."
Elara chuckled lightly, glancing at the sample in her hand, she said, "Director, I think we should name this perfume ’First Encounter,’ what do you think?"
"First Encounter?"
"Yes, First Encounter."
Elara laughed, "The feelings from a first encounter can be hazy, joyful, or hopeful. Mmm, to be continued! Let the customers anticipate, our next perfume creation."
A perfume to be continued.
A very sensitive concept.
Ethan’s eyes were filled with admiration.
"Charlotte, you truly have talent as a perfumer."
"You’re too kind."
Elara smiled bashfully.
Just then, an internal call came in.
"Charlotte, Mr. Damon wants to see you."
Damon Hawke looking for her?
Probably regarding the perfume.
After all, the three weeks were up.
"Okay."
Elara nodded, gathered all the materials, and went to the CEO’s office.
In the office, Rhun Quinn was ing work to Damon Hawke.
"That’s the situation. Lane Corporation’s lab suffered a major blow due to the fake formula Miss Collins provided, alarming Lane’s board. They’ve traced it back and held Melody accountable."
Damon scrolled through the news, a slight smile on his lips.
Since he knew Elara had Craig Landers investigate Elena, he’d been watching to see how she’d retaliate.
This woman was clearly smart.
Her strategy was flawlessly executed.
No wonder she was a woman he admired.
A knock sounded on the door, Elara walked in.
Still in her professional outfit of a white shirt and black pants.
Ordinary but strikingly graceful and captivating.
Damon’s gaze was deep, signaling Rhun to leave first.
Rhun and Elara exchanged a slight nod before he exited.