She Left She Thrived She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 717

"I've sent the compensation details drafted by our legal department to your corporate account," Melanie said smoothly. "This incident was entirely due to your poor hiring choices. A few gift baskets won't make this go away."

Linda opened her mouth to argue, her face twisting in defense, but Shawn raised a hand to silence her.

"Alright. I'll have the legal team look it over when we get back," Shawn said.

Melanie nodded. She expected him to back off, but his trademark smirk quickly returned.

"Angel, everything you just mentioned is strictly business," Shawn drawled. "I'm here to visit your boyfriend. That's purely personal."

"You and my boyfriend have a personal relationship?" Melanie arched an eyebrow. "When did that happen? I had no idea."

Shawn choked on his words, instantly looking uncomfortable.

"No, that's not what I meant. I don't have a thing with your boyfriend—"

"Then since there's nothing between you, please leave," she said flatly.

Her blunt dismissal left Shawn speechless. Left with no other option, he turned and practically slinked out of the hallway with Linda trailing behind him.

Just then, Daphne Morrell walked back from her errands.

"Melanie, I think I just saw that white-haired punk who's always bothering you," Daphne said. "What did you say to him? His face dropped so hard he looked like a basset hound."

Melanie burst into laughter at the vivid comparison.

Daphne had gone out to buy some basic necessities for Melanie and Preston. After handing over the bags, she tactfully excused herself to give them some privacy.

"Call me if you need anything. I'm on standby," Daphne promised before heading out.

"Don't worry, I won't hesitate to use you," Melanie said, waving goodbye.

Once Daphne was gone, she stepped back into the hospital room.

Preston was still lying on his stomach in bed.

He had heard every word of her exchange in the hallway.

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