A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2761 Melissa quickly gathered her belongings and hastened after him.

Inside the elevator, Marcus pressed the button for the 24th floor, and then turned to Melissa, her head bowed, and asked, “Do they often bully you? Why didn't you tell me?" “No, it's not like that." “Oh? So you just got something in your eyes?” After a pause, Melissa looked up, her voice steadier. “Colleagues are merely that, nothing more.” Marcus adjusted his shirt collar nonchalantly, his tone casual. “And what about me? Am I just your supervisor?” “No. You're my patron.” Her response seemed to please Marcus, who smiled softly.

When the elevator reached the 24th floor, Melissa's surprise was evident, but Marcus was already stepping into the HR department. His rare presence sent ripples of unease.

Indifferently, he commanded, “Replace the second and third secretaries of my office.” The director of the HR department looked at Melissa before asking, “What about Miss Brown?" Marcus give him a sharp look that made him shudder. Noticing the jacket in Melissa's hands, realization dawned on him.

(thanoss.com) Melissa was under Marcus’ protection.

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By the day's end, the impeccably groomed secretaries upstairs were jobless, all because of Melissa's tear-stained eyes.

In the car, Marcus offered no justification for his actions. Melissa, sitting beside him, ventured, “That wasn't necessary.” He glanced briefly at her, still busy with his phone.

“Are you teaching me how to do things?” She wouldn't dare! Yet Marcus casually remarked, “Perhaps it's not unthinkable. Only our relationship might need redefining in that case.” Setting down his phone, he rested his chin on his elegant fingers, musing as if contemplating a significant matter. “If you were my wife, you could have authority over all my young secretaries.” Melissa remained silent, too intimidated to speak.

Marcus observed her in silence, then chuckled, “But you're not and neither am I currently seeing anyone.” Melissa's silence deepened.

Sensing the moment, Marcus instructed the driver, Ross, “Please head to the supermarket across from the apartment. You're free to leave after dropping me off."\

Chapter 2762 Ross grinned. “You haven't dined at home lately, Mr. Fowler. You father has mentioned wanting to visit you here sometimes.” Marcus’ lips curved slightly, yet he retorted, “You talk too much.” Ross just smiled, unperturbed.

Ten minutes later, the car rolled to a stop in the supermarket's parking lot. Melissa inquired, “Mr. Fowler, weren't you supposed to attend a video conference?” “I've changed my mind. I feel like shopping at the supermarket. Is that a problem?” No, it certainly wasn't.

Melissa swiftly exited the car, and Marcus, with a swift motion, snatched the coat from her grasp and tossed it back into the vehicle.

Then he asked her, “Did you bring any money?” Melissa nodded, confessing, “I've got a little over 30@ dollars in cash.” “Just that much?” Marcus’ mood soured slightly. He declared earnestly, “You'll be handling the grocery expenses today. I might indulge in some afternoon tea here as well. Please arrange it for me.” Melissa was at a loss for words.

(thanoss.com) ‘s (thanoss.com) She glanced at his impeccably tailored shirt, his crisply pressed suit trousers, and the elongated legs that could rival a fashion models.

She knew his style inside out. After all, she had been managing his accessories lately.

Each of his watches was from designer brands and worth a small fortune.

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And yet, here he was, eyeing her modest 300 dollars with interest.

Her lips curled in a mix of frustration and disbelief.

Marcus, ever amused by her discontent, led the way into the supermarket.

He directed her to push a shopping cart, meticulously picking out the finest, imported products.

Everything he picked came with a hefty price tag.

Melissa's complexion reddened as she murmured, “If we purchase this, we won't have much left for anything else.” She then hesitantly returned the box of lamb chops to the shelf.

Marcus lifted his head haughtily. “What do you suggest then?” Feeling the heat on her cheeks, Melissa selected a more modestly priced package of Lamb chops, only one third of the price of the one he picked earlier.

Marcus scrutinized the expiration date, ensuring it was safe to consume before reluctantly adding it to the cart.

Chapter 2763 Subsequently, she replaced all his choices with more economical alternatives, and he was visibly irked. “I pay you a generous salary.

Can't you provide me with a decent meal?” Melissa, picking up ginger, retorted, “This is what I normally eat.” Truth be told, she often denied herself these small luxuries.

Today, however, she was more than willing to splurge on Marcus.

Usually, she could stretch 300 dollars to cover groceries for ten days.

Marcus refrained from further comment.

(thanoss.com) At the checkout, Melissa paid a total of 302 dollars.

Marcus inquisitively asked, “How much is left?” “29 dollars.” “29 dollars? And what sort of afternoon tea can you get for that?” Melissa just looked at him...

Moments later, they sat in a cafe. Marcus faced a cup of hot lemon tea and a slice of pie, totaling twenty-eight dollars.

Marcus, a man with a net worth in the trillions, had never experienced such a modest afternoon tea.

He gazed at the treat before him, lost in thought.

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foods aren't to my taste.” Meanwhile, Marcus sipped his tea. It wasn't the exquisite blend he was accustomed to, but for Melissa's

anxiety eased upon seeing

slice of pie and inquired, “Are you sure you don't want to try yours? It's delicious.” Initially, Marcus’ expression soured at the suggestion. However, contemplating that his indulgence might bring her joy, he decided

accustomed to attending to his

he was

Nearby, a few girls whispered, giggling, “Help me unwrap it... Why doesn't he ask to be fed directly?

intense. Stretching out his legs casually, he countered, “Actually, why don't you feed me?”

But upon scrutinizing Marcus, their chatter ceased. They couldn't deny his striking looks, surpassing any celebrity gracing the pages of

resembled a secretary... A CEO and his secretary... on a date at a

annoyance. He might have teased her further

and took upon himself the task of carrying two large

patting her head, he offered, “Let's head back home.” The onlookers

behind Marcus, her gaze lowered. As they stepped outside, she whispered, “This could lead to misunderstandings.” She reached for the

his, she found his gaze more

you for

in. “Fine, I'm the eccentric here.” Strolling towards the apartment, Marcus inquired in measured tones, “Give me the Lowdown on your peculiarities.” “I compelled you to consume a cheap slice of pie against your will, even though you had no desire to eat it. That makes me the oddball.” Marcus

of caution led to a collision

exclaimed

red nose. After a prolonged silence, he uttered unexpectedly, “The most peculiar aspect about you isn't making me eat; it's having a

self-righteous demeanor. “Didn't you mention having 300 bucks?”

So Melissa remained silent.

grab the bags stealthily, but Marcus promptly thrust them into

weighed a ton, and her waist nearly

snort. “If you're aware you're at fault here, strive for better behavior.” With that, he stepped into the elevator, an air of

followed him, she pondered

as they reached

a glass of water, downing it swiftly. Extracting two carrots from the shopping bag, he declared,

(thanoss.com) She hesitated to eat and mumbled, “Me finishing these now means no c Books

Save the other for the mutton stew.”

Displaying kindness, he even poured

wasn't naive. Extended exposure to him had unveiled some of his

Marcus, she was nothing more than an

finished the carrot, tears welled up in her eyes, a tinge of embarrassment

In a hushed tone, she informed Marcus she had finished. His guilty pleasure satiated, he raised his

as it was, spun diverse

frustration, Melissa refrained from uttering a

to the kitchen, immersing herself in preparing dinner

towards the kitchen, a

unfastened two shirt buttons, removed his wristwatch, and stretched

since assuming control of the Fowler Group, relaxation had become a

Work served as his companion,

with Melissa joining the secretarial department, Marcus found life to become more

and prepared meals for him,

his arms every night,

contemplated a shower, the doorbell disrupted his plans

delivery person standing with a sizable bag

perplexed frown was etched

package matched his. It turned out the order was from his father,

realized that Ross was the

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make a big deal

red wine, a box of renowned brand

one in his hand, studying it in silence for a while before breaking into a

was about to set it

box of condoms in his hand, causing her face, ears, and

her, stating, “Old Mr. Fowler ordered this for you.” Old Mr. Fowler? As in Waylen Fowler? Wasn't he Marcus’ father? Melissa couldn't fathom why Waylen

Marcus, noticing her gaze, lowered his head

warm breath caressing her ear. “Although, I wouldn't mind

there,

of her relationship with

to push through, for she needed

her daily commitment to chores

Indeed, she was well aware that this apartment offered a comforting warmth, providing her

even

prolonged silence, a figure appeared at the bedroom

door, he observed her and remarked, “The ice cream is on the verge of melting” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated

reality, she whispered, “I'l head to the kitchen to indulge.” “Sit in the dining room. After savoring your treat, you can resume cooking.” Thankfully, once

Melissa inhaled audibly.

ice cream, she ambled to the table, took a seat, and

flavor deviated from