It was estimated that Leonard's tenacity and courage would be difficult to use against the cunning Patriarch.
Fortunately, friends are not enemies!
Mellisa walked towards Leonhart's courtyard following the route in her memory.
Three minutes later, at the corner of the incline, she saw a caddy parked in the shade of a tree.
The one driving it is Kevin.
Mellisa waved her hand from afar, walked forward, and greeted him. "Sorry, I made you wait."
Kevin motioned for Mellisa to sit beside him, and as he turned the front of the car he spoke lightly. "I just got here, you are not late."
"I dare not break my promise with the Patriarch."
Hearing this, Kevin glanced at her to the side, and there was a stream of light floating in his dark eyes. "I have been with the master since I was a child, and I have never seen him this open to outsiders!"
Mellisa looked at the scenery along the way and sighed. "I'm not surprised by that, it looks like he looks at himself when he looks at me."
The corners of her lips turned slightly sideways.
A few minutes later, Mellisa came into the study.
After Kevin sent her in, he stood on guard at the door as nonchalant and alienated as a robot.
In the study, Leonhart was still holding a book in his hand, and raised his eyes when he heard movement. "Is everything going well?"
Melissa pursed her lips. "Everything went well, thanks for the arrangement."
"Today, my wife has returned. They would chat for maybe two or three hours. Now sit down and take advantage of your free time. But before that, talk to me first, why are you investigating the second young master of the Adler family?"
After Leonhart greeted Mellisa, he immediately asked straightforwardly.
Obviously, Kevin honestly reported the news he heard to Leonhart.
Melisa stepped forward and sat down, and answered in a low voice. "On our way home last night, we met Luke and his father."
"So you want to investigate him?" Leonhart looked into Mellisa's eyes.
Melisa nodded lightly. "According to the current situation of the Adler family, since Leonard is the future heir, Lockhart and his son's attitude towards him is very unusual. Besides, I've heard people vaguely mention that Leonard's injuries might be related to Luke. I think this was carefully designed so as not to be detected by you, so I would like to investigate what he has been up to."
Hearing this, Leonhart nodded casually. "You can observe him, but be careful. My brother and nephew… Since Leonard left Bandung to work in Jakarta, they have started to move."
"They planned and executed everything carefully, just as the heirs of the Adler family must always be able to adapt to any situation. But they also knew that in the end, this family needed an heir. If Leonard doesn't have the ability, it's possible that he will be replaced."
The clear understanding warmed Mellisa's heart, she looked around the shelves, looking calmly at Leonhart. "Last night, Kevin told me that if I wanted information regarding Luke in full, you will give it to me. Is that right?"
Leonhart curled his lips, and directed his mouth to the bookshelf in the first row. "What you want is all set. This file records what Lockhart and Luke have done in the past six months."
"After you read it, just put it in the shredder and burn it. Also, since you were willing to come this afternoon to see me, I can confirm that you decide to stay. Therefore, I would like to ask you to do something."
Listening to his tone, Melissa immediately spoke humbly. "Sir, you don't need to be so polite, please say it!"
"I want you to get Leonard to leave his room in the shortest possible time. Can you help me do it?"
Leonhart's expression became very serious as he spoke.
Mellisa thought about it for a while, and then asked hesitantly. "Do you intend to let him regroup with his family as quickly as possible?"
"Yes. I don't care what he's planning in secret, but he has to speed things up. It didn't matter if it's just a day or two, but he had been locking himself behind the door for almost two months. The world is changing too fast, I'm afraid that if this continues, he will be defeated before he starts acting."
Melissa didn't hesitate. "Fine, I promise."
"Can you do it?" Leonhart couldn't help but doubt.
After all, because of his engagement issues, Leonard's relationship with his family was in a strain.
Mellisa didn't dare make a false promise, but still gave a pretty confident answer. "I will try my best."
She wasn't actually sure if Leonard wanted to completely change the status quo.
However, the man still had the final trump card to play!
Since it was a last resort, she didn't mind revealing her identity and joined hands with Leonard to move on.
Leonhart personally saw the perseverance and confidence in Mellisa's eyes. After a moment of silence, he closed the book and smiled. "Alright, I'll be waiting for your good news."
"After I hand over the file to you, remember to destroy it without a trace. Anyway, I also wanted to remind you that Lyn is currently involved in the Graham family's manufacturing industry. After years of working for her family, she is indeed very business savvy. Think about it. If you continue to stay by my son's side as a humble servant, I'm afraid you'll never catch up."
"Then… What is your suggestion?" Mellisa asked humbly.
She understood the deep meaning in Leonhart's eyes.
Upon hearing this, the smile on Leonhart's face deepened. "Get Leonard out of his room as quickly as possible so I can send you to my financial services company to hone your skills."
This was such a golden opportunity for her.
She looked at Leonhart with emotion. "Okay, I'll do it as soon as possible!"
"Now you're free to look around the study until about five o'clock, after that, Kevin will send you back."
Mellisa thanked him once again and looked at Leonhart's departing figure. She had a hard time calming down.
What she hates the most is studying.
When she was still at the Irwan family's house, everyone said that she and the intelligent Leila were like earth and sky.
In fact, she never took part in handling the company on behalf of the Irwan family.
Since she doesn't like studying, Mellisa is used to living a free and easy life.
But now, for Leonard's sake and for all the opportunities Leonhart gave her, she would definitely do it for him.
At twenty eight… Perhaps it's not too late.
...
On the other hand, in the elegantly decorated Flower Hall in the center of the castle, Leonard sat at the side, squeezed so tightly that he turned white, showing impatience.
In the seat of honor, there appeared a woman with an elegant demeanor and a noble appearance, namely Michelle, the Lady of the Adler family.
Her black hair was twisted into a bun at the back of her head, she wore a brown suit skirt, and her cheeks were decorated with subtle makeup. Almost no wrinkles.
Only the sharp and meticulous eyes hidden in her gaze made one not dare to underestimate her.
"Auntie, I haven't seen you in a long time, you are getting younger and beautiful."
The Flower Hall was originally used to host the guests. At this moment, Lyn was sitting beside Leonard, looking at Michelle in a flattering manner.
Michelle lifted the teapot in one hand, and took a sip from the European-style teacup in the other.
After that she looked at Lyn and smiled. "It's true I haven't seen you in a long time. This time I went on a business trip overseas, it was more than three months ago."
Lyn nodded and said in a soft voice. "Auntie has been gone for so long, I miss you!"
As the words fell, Leonard glanced at her disdainfully. "You just haven't seen her for three months, and you're complimenting my mom on getting younger?"
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