Melissa noticed Weldon's interest seemed to lean more towards Matthew than herself.

It was a rare find to come across someone genuinely decent in the Smith family, especially among the younger ones.

She felt her hands shake with anger, yet she managed to keep her composure and replied softly, “Whether he's charming or not doesn't concern the Smith family in the least! He's Marcus and I's son, and he certainly won't have anything to do with the Smith family."

Weldon got the hint.

If he tried to take Matthew by force, Melissa would ensure to involve the Fowlers.

Weldon couldn't help but sneer, his decades in business giving him a certain poise.

Melissa, on the other hand, seemed young and less experienced.

However, she showed no fear. She reminded herself to stay strong for Matthew and herself. With determination, she met Weldon's gaze without blinking.

Feeling unsettled by her stare, Weldon finally stepped back.

Eventually, he got back into his car and drove off. It was only then that the secretary sitting next to Melissa sighed and said, “That was terrifying! Mr. Smith can be so intimidating. Mr. Scott, on the other hand, is much more approachable."

The assistant hesitated, then asked, “By the way, how do you know Mr. smith?"

Melissa responded without showing any emotion, “He's my biological father. But apart from the sperm cell he offered, I have nothing else to do with him."

The secretary was left shocked by her words.

After a brief pause, she quickly changed the topic, saying excitedly, "Regardless, your ties to the Fowler family could really come in handy!"

With a slight smile, Melissa whispered, "It is."

The assistant paused before asking softly, “What about Mr. Fowler?

The company's been buzzing with rumors about you two, especially about Mr. Fowler's ability in that aspect, you know."

Hearing this, Melissa abruptly stopped the car.

The secretary quickly stuck out her tongue and rushed to apologize, “I'm sorry, Miss Brown, I was just rambling. Please don't be upset..."

After this incident, Melissa returned to the office.