His Mistress is His Ex-Wife
Chapter 186: Scheme

Chapter 186: Scheme

[ At Williams Family Mansion... ]

Alfonso summoned his daughter to his study.

Melody stood in front of her father, her fingers fidgeting. She couldn’t look straight into Alfonso’s eyes. She could sense his chilly aura emanating from him.

"You have to clean up your mess!" Alfonso snarled at Melody, slamming the document to his desk.

Melody jolted in fright, her body shaking from her father’s anger.

"The Jones Family didn’t want to continue the marriage between you and Oliver. Oliver made this decision himself and his family agreed! You ruined my multibillion partnership with the Jones Family!"

CRASH!

Alfonso threw the glass of whiskey at the wall, shattering it into pieces.

Melody wanted to cry and run away but she was frozen in her spot.

"I-I’m s-sorry, Dad," Melody stuttered from too much nervousness and fright.

"You have to do something! Seduce Oliver. Sleep with him! Blackmail him if that’s the only way for this union to happen!" Alfonso’s voice was laced with desperation and urgency.

His eyes were wild, and his hands trembled as he paced back and forth. Alfonso needed the Jones family alliance to solidify his power and influence. His mind was racing with schemes to reclaim the company and oust Dominique as the major shareholder. The stakes were high, and failure was not an option.

"This is our only chance. Without the Jones family’s backing, I can never defeat Dominique. Do you understand that?"

Melody bobbed her head frantically, holding back her tears. "I understand, Dad."

He took a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves. "I need you to implement this plan as soon as possible. Make use of the Product Launch Event. Oliver and the Jones Family are attending. Use whatever means necessary. Oliver has a weakness for charm and seduction. Exploit it."

"After sleeping with you, I will pressure him to marry you! I will also make demands from the Jones Family. If Oliver still refuses to marry you, threaten him that you will file a rape case and sexual assault against him," Alfonso instructed his daughter on what she should do.

"Okay, Dad. I will do that. I will fix this. I promise." Melody reassured him. She couldn’t bear to disobey her father.

Her entire glamorous life was at stake. She had been the envy of many, living in the lap of luxury with unrestricted access to the finest things money could buy.

But she knew her father’s threats were not empty. Alfonso wouldn’t hesitate to rein her in with an iron fist—cutting her allowances, freezing her credit cards, and grounding her for an entire month as part of her punishment. The thought of being stripped of her privileges sent a shiver down her spine.

"Good," Alfonso said, his stern gaze softening slightly. "I know you won’t let me down. Remember, Melody, this isn’t just about you or me. It’s about our family’s future. We can’t afford to lose our standing. Failure is not an option."

Melody nodded once again.

*****

[ W Diamond Group... ]

In the following days, Melody meticulously crafted her approach. The night of the product launch of W Diamond Group was held in one of the Jones Prestigious Hotels in York City. Several VIP Guests attended the event, including Dominique, Oliver, Timothy, and Ashton.

The four men were looking forward to seeing Athena tonight. She was one of the product endorsers of the Mystery Jewel.

Meanwhile, Sasha, Bella, and her team were preoccupied with the flow of the event. They arranged the display of jewels inside the grand ballroom.

A sleek, modern stage had been set up at the far end of the venue, flanked by two large screens displaying the Mystery Jewel logo in bold, shimmering letters. Soft music played in the background.

As the clock struck eight, the lights dimmed, and a hush fell over the assembled guests. A spotlight illuminated the stage, and a charismatic Sasha stepped forward, microphone in hand.

"Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us tonight for the unveiling of a product that promises to revolutionize the world of luxury jewelry," she began, his voice smooth and confident. "Tonight, we introduce to you... Mystery Jewel."

The crowd erupted into applause, and Sasha gestured towards the screens, which came to life with a stunning visual presentation. Images of Athena and the other product endorsers along with sparkling gemstones and intricate jewelry designs flashed across the screens, each piece more breathtaking than the last.

"Oh my gosh! Lina Jolie, Francis Clarkson, and Tommy Cruise are the endorsers of Mystery Jewels. The A-list Celebrities from Abroad!"

"Wait! The woman with masked. I know her! She is Athena, the Ye-tube sensation! Known as the Masked Singer."

Soon, the lights brightened slightly as four figures emerged from the shadows. Wearing red gowns and black tuxedos, the four endorsers took the stage wearing different sets of mystery jewels.

"Gosh! What a splendid sight to see tonight!"

"Magnificent jewels plus handsome and beautiful endorsers! This event is so grand!"

Excitement buzzed through the crowd as the endorsers showcased the different patterns and designs of Mystery Jewel collections.

As Athena walked on the stage, several pairs of eyes were following her, including Dominique. He couldn’t take his eyes off her. Sensing that Athena had caught the gentlemen’s attention, Dominique couldn’t help but clench his fists.

’I want to hide her from the lustful eyes of those men! Damn! She is attracting too much attention.’ Dominique lamented inwardly.

Oliver and Ashton also expressed their support to Athena, making Dominique’s face turn ashen.

Meanwhile, from a distance, Melody studied Oliver intently as if she were a predator eyeing her prey. She wore her most alluring outfits, ensuring she captured his attention. She played her part to perfection, exuding a blend of charm and vulnerability that drew Oliver in.

It did not take long before Melody made her move, engaging him in conversation.

"Oliver," she called his attention, subtly touching his arm.

"Oh, Melody. What’s up?" Oliver greeted her back.

Melody smiled seductively at him. She could see the interest in his eyes, and she knew she was on the right track.

"Can I join you here?" Melody asked him. "This spot is closer to the stage."

"Oh sure, you can sit down," Oliver gave her permission before shifting his gaze back to the stage. His attention was now focused on Athena once again.

Following his line of sight, Melody crumpled her face. She hated it! Oliver was crazy over Athena.

’I can’t understand why they are idolizing this woman hiding behind the mask. They can’t even guarantee if she’s beautiful or not. I bet she has an ugly face, quite the opposite of her voice!’ Melody murmured to herself with bitterness and jealousy.

Soon Alfonso Williams was invited to the stage to give some short messages regarding the Mystery Jewel of W Diamond Group. Before he started his speech, his eyes scanned the crowd. He smiled inwardly when he saw Melody sitting next to Oliver Jones.

’That’s my girl. You have to do this.’

Melody nodded in response to her father’s meaningful look.

At first, Melody was having difficulty separating Oliver from the other guests. Oliver joined the other bachelors, pestering Athena. In the end, Melody had to resort to another plan to get Oliver out of the venue.

She delicately picked up a glass of red wine from a passing waiter. With calculated steps, she navigated through the clusters of guests, her eyes fixed on Oliver. As she neared him, she quickened her pace just enough to appear unsteady.

"Oops!" she gasped, feigning surprise as she collided with Oliver. The contents of her wine glass splashed dramatically over his crisp, tailored suit. Gasps and murmurs rippled through the surrounding guests, their attention momentarily diverted to the unfolding scene.

"Oh my goodness, I am so sorry!" Melody exclaimed. She reached out with a napkin, dabbing futilely at the spreading stain. "I wasn’t looking where I was going."

Oliver looked down at his now-ruined suit, his expression a mixture of annoyance and amusement. "No harm done," he said, though his tone hinted at his irritation. "Accidents happen." Then he glanced at Athena who was in front of him.

Athena just eyed Melody suspiciously. She saw what she did. Her action was intentional. She was about to say something but Sasha suddenly joined them, pulling Athena away from the crowd.

"Excuse us. I need our endorser for the picture-taking. May I borrow Miss Athena for a moment?" Sasha looked at Ashton teasingly.

"Oh sure, you can have her. But please bring her back to us!" Ashton replied.

As Athena left Oliver and Ashton’s group, Melody continued her scheme.

"Please, let me help you clean up," Melody insisted, her voice laced with urgency. Not allowing Oliver to speak up, she dragged him out of the grand ballroom.

She had managed to separate him from his idol, Athena, but now she had to make her next move count. As they reached the hallway, the noise from the ballroom faded, leaving them in a more private, hushed environment.

"Here we are," Melody said, stopping at the front door of one of the VIP Suites. She opened it for him, gesturing for him to enter first.

Seizing the moment, Melody leaned in closer, her lips brushing against his ear as she whispered, "Let me take off your clothes."

Oliver’s eyes widened slightly. He was about to push Melody away but she immediately claimed his lips in a passionate kiss. In the middle of their kiss, Melody’s tongue plunged a small pill inside his mouth, forcing him to consume it.

A few minutes later, the drug took effect, clouding Oliver’s judgment and rationality.