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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the pie, remarking, “Here, have a taste.” He replied with a hint of revulsion, “Sweet 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 sake, he sipped it, albeit reluctantly. Observing other couples around them, he

eased upon seeing Marcus drink

It's delicious.” Initially, Marcus’

me unwrap it." Melissa, accustomed to

all, he was

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

legs casually, he countered, “Actually, why don't

ceased. They couldn't deny his striking looks, surpassing

attire seemed out of place in a such a modest cafe, and the woman beside him, dressed plainly, resembled a secretary... A CEO and his secretary... on a

annoyance. He might have teased her further in the privacy of their apartment, but here in public, he chose

and took upon himself

head, he offered, “Let's head back home.” The onlookers remained silent, their

she whispered, “This could lead to misunderstandings.” She reached for the bags he was carrying, but Marcus gently decl Books Chapters

her offer, asking softly, “What kind of misunderstanding?” Lifting her eyes to meet his, she found his gaze more intense, more earnest

you for an

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

collision with his

she exclaimed

After a prolonged silence, he uttered unexpectedly, “The most peculiar

adopted a self-righteous demeanor. “Didn't you mention having 300

So Melissa remained silent.

the bags stealthily, but Marcus promptly thrust them

her waist nearly buckled

“If you're aware you're at fault here, strive for

she pondered what exactly he

as soon as they reached

the shopping bag, he declared, “These are for your consumption.” Carrots... the very item least favored

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one. Save the other for the mutton stew.” To keep her well-paid job, Melissa rinsed the

“Take a seat and enjoy.” Displaying

naive. Extended exposure to him had unveiled some of

she was nothing more than an

the carrot, tears welled up in her eyes, a

tone, she informed Marcus she had finished. His guilty pleasure satiated, he raised his hand, checking his watch. “I need a

Destiny, as unpredictable as it was,

frustration, Melissa refrained from uttering a

she carried the bags to the kitchen, immersing

directed his gaze towards the kitchen, a subtle

his hand, Marcus leisurely unfastened two shirt buttons, removed his wristwatch, and stretched

the Fowler Group,

anyway. Work served as his companion, and he held little interest in romantic

department, Marcus found life to become

household chores and

to wanting to cradle her in his arms every night, savoring

shower, the doorbell disrupted his plans with an insistent ring.

the door, finding a delivery person standing

was

the package matched his. It

realized that Ross was the one

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a positive mood at the moment, Marcus chose not to make a big deal out of it. Curiosity piqued, he opened the bag,

contents included a bottle of fine red wine, a box of renowned brand ice cream, and two

his hand, studying it in silence for a while

as he was about to set it aside,

about his preferences, her eyes fell upon the box of condoms in his hand, causing her

box of ice cream towards her, stating, “Old Mr. Fowler ordered this for you.” Old Mr. Fowler? As in Waylen Fowler? Wasn't he Marcus’

ost in thought, Melissa's gaze involuntarily shifted to the box in Marcus’ hand. Marcus, noticing her gaze, lowered his head and chuckled. “Don’t worry. It's not meant for you.” Clutching the

his warm breath caressing her ear. “Although, I wouldn't mind sharing if you're interested.” Before Melissa could protest, he strolled into

devices, Melissa stood there, a

nature of her relationship with him

through, for she needed the

daily commitment to chores and his demands stemmed

apartment offered a comforting warmth, providing her with a complete

of it, even though it would never

a figure appeared at the bedroom

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

the kitchen to indulge.” “Sit in the dining room. After savoring your treat, you can resume cooking.” Thankfully, once he concluded his instructions, he retreated to the main bedroom. Subsequently, the muffled

Melissa inhaled audibly.

ice cream, she ambled to the table, took a

and creamy flavor deviated from her accustomed