Chapter 3 Reneging on Agreements

"My Lord, there's urgent news. Among the Four Great War Gods of Summerton, the Fury War God has been appointed as the leader of the Four Military Districts, commanding them all." The figure turned out to be Sean, who respectfully stood before Xaiden. "I have retired. These matters no longer concern me," Xaiden replied calmly. "My Lord, the position of leader of the Four Military Districts should rightfully be yours. Why appoint him, the Fury War God? Even combined, the strength of the three Fury War Gods cannot match yours…" Sean said indignantly. "This is an order from above. It is a soldier's duty to obey orders. Now, if there's nothing else, go rest early." Xaiden waved dismissively, showing no concern for the matter. If he had sought such glory, he would have been conferred the title half a year ago. When asked for his opinion at that time, he had firmly retired. Helpless, he had let it be, only for the Fury War God to be appointed as the leader of the Four Military Districts half a year later. "My Lord…" "This is an order. If you refuse to obey, return to Nothernvale to guard the borders," Xaiden cut off Sean before he could speak further. "Alright, my Lord. Also, regarding your parents' case from years ago, I have thoroughly investigated. Apart from Winnie of the Watson Family, it involves the Four Great Families—the Wellister, Honny, and Galedon families. These families are now wealthy and successful due to their involvement in dividing the Cloud Group's and the Sallen Family's assets," Sean reported to Xaiden. "Good. Very well. Those who caused the death of my parents, I will make them understand despair bit by bit." Xaiden's expression turned cold at the words. "My Lord, with just one command from you, I will immediately crush these five families, avenging your parents, and reclaiming justice for the Sallen Family," Sean declared. "I will handle my affairs personally." After finishing speaking, Xaiden gestured for Sean to withdraw. Then, a graceful figure emerged from the bedroom. Melody was dressed in sleepwear, her flawless figure wrapped perfectly like a flower. "Darling, you're so beautiful. I've truly struck gold. Since Grandma has betrothed you to me, let's get our marriage certificate tomorrow and visit them," Xaiden said with a smile. Upon hearing the word "darling", Melody's face flushed red. Although Xaiden had called her in this way every day for the past 10 days, having restored her sight now made her feel as if everything were a dream. Xaiden was quite different from what she had imagined. She had thought he was a lazy and unattractive man, but he turned out to be a tall and handsome gentleman. "Well…" "What's wrong? Let's go. First, go to your home and get your household register, then we'll register our marriage. I want to give you a status," Xaiden continued. "Alright." Melody nodded. Her eyes and appearance had been restored by Xaiden, and his attentive care over these days had allowed her to feel the taste of love. She had decided on Xaiden and wouldn't regret it. Xaiden casually picked up two gifts at Yuniza Estate and went to Melody's home with her. Jennifer had three sons and a daughter. Melody's father, Garrick, ranked third. Due to his timid personality, he had never been favored by Jennifer, so he held no position in the Torris Family's company. Garrick's family had barely managed with the annual dividend of just over a hundred thousand, just enough for their daily needs. Until now, they had been squeezing into a small three-bedroom apartment in an old neighborhood without an elevator. "Who are you looking for?" Renee looked curiously at the handsome man and beautiful woman standing at the door. "Mom, it's me, Melody." Melody smiled faintly while holding Xaiden's hand. "What? You're Melody? Your face, and your eyes…" Upon hearing Melody's words, Renee suddenly woke up from her drowsiness. She couldn't even recognize Melody in front of her. "I'm cured," Melody hurriedly said. "Oh my goodness! Even the doctor from Josenz said your eyes were hopeless. Now they've miraculously healed. It's unbelievable! Look at this face, so fair and delicate. I have to go and get some skin treatment too." Renee eagerly grabbed Melody's hand and pulled her into the house. "Mom," Xaiden, who stood beside Melody, called out. "Who is this?" "He's Xaiden, the son-in-law Grandma chose for me," Melody explained. "Son-in-law? He's just a rapist. What qualifications does he have to marry you? Get lost if you know what's good for you, or I'll call the police. "Melody, come in and sit down. You've been running around outside these days. I missed you so much. "I neglected you before. Don't take it to heart. You must be hungry after all these days outside. I will cook something delicious for you now." Renee looked at Melody eagerly, already planning ahead. Back when Melody was ugly and blind, no one wanted her, so Renee naturally didn't care. However, now that Melody had regained her beauty and became the prettiest woman in Josenz again, marrying a rich man was no longer a difficult matter. With this in mind, Renee was extremely enthusiastic. "Why haven't you left yet? Do you want to stay in my house for dinner? You don't even reflect on your own behavior. With your kind of character, you're worthy of Melody." Renee's expression changed as she saw Xaiden standing at the door with gifts. She burst into a torrent of abuse. "Mom, please don't be like this. Xaiden is my husband, as announced by Grandma in front of everyone in Josenz," Melody said anxiously. "Husband? How shameless! Why do I have such a daughter like you? I must find your grandma and have this marriage canceled," Renee said as she dragged Melody outside. "Xaiden!" Melody had no choice but to look pleadingly at Xaiden. Xaiden smiled slightly, giving her a reassuring look, then followed behind them. Soon, the three of them arrived at Bryan's villa together. Upon seeing the beautiful woman with Renee, everyone in the villa was stunned. Their eyes widened in disbelief. "Is this Melody?" "Melody's eyesight has been restored? There's not even a scar on her face. Did she take some miraculous medicine?" "I can't believe it. In just 10 days, the ugly duckling has turned into a swan!" If it weren't for recognizing Renee and Xaiden accompanying Melody, the members of the Torris Family would never have believed that the beautiful woman in front of them was the ridiculed Melody from five years ago. "Mom, please cancel the engagement between Melody and this guy. What qualifications does he have to match Melody?" Renee looked at Jennifer, who was sitting in the main seat of the hall. Still puzzled, Jennifer turned her eyes after listening to Renee's words. "Well, I'll use the relationship of the Torris Family to select a husband for Melody again. The one from a few days ago is invalid."