Chapter 2771 In reality, Marcus never grasped the distinction between his world and hers.

What he regarded as commonplace, she accepted with the utmost caution.

After a twenty-minute drive, the car halted before an antiquated building. Marcus furrowed his brow, eyeing the dim Lights within.

“Didn't l instruct you to rent a place near my apartment? This residence is five miles away from mine. How is this considered close? Even mice would shun this place! What's with the $20, @0@ allowance?” In a hushed tone, Melissa defended herself. “I've never been tardy.” Following a prolonged, scrutinizing gaze, Marcus mumbled, “Indeed, you've never been late, but...

A subtle romantic ambiance permeated the car.

Melissa Lowered her head and kept quiet. Mercifully, he halted and grinned. “I've never encountered someone as fond of money as you.” Tossing his phone to her, he instructed, “Input your precise address.” After a brief pause, she entered her address. Subsequently, she opened the door and disembarked. Bending slightly, she expressed her gratitude.

Marcus turned his head, offering a reserved nod.

The black Rolls-Royce departed, gradually fading into the night.

Along with its departure, Melissa's smile waned.

Clutching her belly, she ascended the stairs at a leisurely pace.

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The staircase was devoid of light, so she stooped to activate her phone's flashlight.

After a considerable amount of time, she eventually reached the attic on the highest floor. Upon opening the door, she poured herself a glass of hot water, taking small sips in an attempt to alleviate the persistent dull pain in her lower abdomen.

She leaned against the bed and took a rest, her gaze directed towards the small window in that direction.

The sky exhibited a faint white hue due to the rain.

Marcus crossed her mind. He was likely heading home by now.

A call from the hospital interrupted her thoughts. The familiar voice on the other end uttered, “Melissa, let's abandon this. I no longer desire further therapy. I can't endure waiting for the operation. I wish to return.” Clutching the phone tightly, Melissa responded tersely, “Just endure a bit longer. I'l find a way." The individual on the other end abruptly terminated the call.

A wave of despair engulfed Melissa. Familiar feelings of hopelessness resurfaced.

Chapter 2772 The warmth she once relished in the apartment had vanished, leaving behind only fear and a sense of helplessness about the future.

Recently graduated, Melissa lacked the means to cover the 800, 000 dollars required for the surgery.

Gradually sinking onto the bed, Melissa's lips quivered. She embraced herself tenderly.

Over two years, she questioned if the love she once knew persisted.

During this time, she grappled with the daily dread of fundraising.

They hadn't enjoyed a decent meal together, and their conversations revolved around therapy, even during phone calls.

Their most recent encounter took place a month ago.

Ironically, the person she communicated with the most in her life was Marcus.

In a fetal position, Melissa experienced a sudden surge of regret.

Marcus had been subtly expressing his fondness for her.

Entertaining the notion of allowing him to have her, she wondered if it would resolve everything.

She would attain her desires, and Marcus would achieve his.

AngelasLibrary Yet the contemplation alone left her feeling contemptible.

A soft knock resonated on the door, accompanied by Marcus’ voice, urging, “Open the door.” Melissa was taken aback upon hearing Marcus’ voice.

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Lost in thought, Melissa was jolted when Marcus declared from outside, “If you don't open the door, I'l kick it open. This door’s not gonna hold anyway!" Faced with little choice, Melissa reluctantly rose and opened the door for him.

As the door swung open, she immediately noticed the somber expression on Marcus’ face. Although it swiftly reverted to his usual arrogance.

“There's not much room in here,” Melissa said in a low murmur.

Marcus peered into the attic, discovering its confined space, measuring less than 40 square meters.

However, despite its size, the area was impeccably clean and orderly.

Unfazed by the modest surroundings, he brought the bag inside. His upscale, tailored attire stood in stark contrast to her humble place, yet he seemed entirely at ease. Within the attic, Marcus retrieved a medicine box from the bag, declaring, “Painkillers. You know how to take them, right?” Melissa, still bewildered, gazed at him without comprehension.

Chapter 2773 The perplexity lingered as she questioned why someone of his stature insisted on visiting and why he paid no mind to their differing worlds.

Quietly, her eyes welled with redness.

“You seem surprised?” he inquired as Melissa struggled to grasp the unexpected situation.

Wearing a condescending expression, Marcus quipped, “Need your boss to fetch you some water?” Shaking her head, Melissa replied, “Of course not, Mr. Fowler.

Besides, you don't have to be so considerate.” “I'm just concerned there won't be anyone to cook for me,” Marcus retorted, his tone more amiable.

Despite his duplicitous nature, he poured her a glass of water and urged, “Take the medicine.” While Marcus enjoyed teasing her under normal circumstances, he felt a responsibility to care for her in sickness.

Despite the small and aged surroundings, Melissa maintained her self-esteem.

medicine, her

up, Marcus revealed two takeout boxes, evidently delivered

lingered-Was he planning to have dinner here? Observing her trance, Marcus lifted his chin and remarked, “Aren't you hungry? I am.” Finally snapping out of her reverie, Melissa

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sudden wave of embarrassment washed

observed her, his eyes

settled into her seat, took a bite, and spoke

of your taste and distinction.” Marcus

almost

of the blue, Marcus drew

and uttered in a husky, seductive tone, “If you don't feel like eating, we can find something

on the man before her, and in comparison to her

her, he was like an unattainable luxury displayed in a

couldn't resist the fluttering in

had taken their toll on her, making her yearn

kissed her once

carried her to the small bed, and Melissa felt a sense of

against his shoulder, her voice quivered. “Marcus!” It was the first time she addressed him in such a way, a rebellious act that felt fitting in the current

bed's edge. While kissing her, he reassured, “Don't be afraid. I won't do anything.” Despite his intentions being Limited to comforting gestures, Melissa was still bleeding. Yet, all Marcus wanted was

a clear sign that she had never

Marcus had maintained his chastity, refraining from engaging in physical

inexperienced, exposure to adult content had equipped him with the knowledge of making women feel at ease. Although their interaction was limited to

she took the initiative, encircling her arms around his

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aroused, guided her hand, heightening the intimate atmosphere in the confined space, causing both to blush and

was

they reheated the food before

prevailed, with Melissa keeping her

burned

or status, the intimacy shared today seemed like her taking

The shame lingered.

teasing, “Why are you still so shy around me?” Glancing around, he eventually suggested, “l want you to move in with me.” With a casual tone, he continued, “You

he inquired, “So, you're refusing to give us a chance? Why? Because our families come from different social backgrounds?” Marcus’ parents weren't really concerned about such matters,

meeting Melissa, he might eventually form a strategic alliance through marriage with whoever that

life. Despite his usual demeanor of an unattainable nobleman, children

wanted to

struggled to adapt to his world, he believed she could just be

have to be Mrs. Fowler; she could be his secretary or simply his

a life together, even have

personally mentor for inheriting the family business

Melissa's lips moved quivered.

the verge of expressing her true thoughts but

not going to your place tomorrow.” Summoning her courage, she

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gazed at her silently for a prolonged moment. It was evident that she had declined

might not have been patient with such matters, but this

insist, simply responding, “Okay.” Gracefully, he stood up, bid farewell to Melissa, and reminded

door

dim corridor, while Melissa quietly leaned against the

the

willing to tolerate her actions - of course,

couldn't commit to being

worlds were too

day, at the Fowler Group, Marcus occupied the

he leaned back and tapped

struck ten, there was no

His chief secretary responded, “Not yet. Mr. Fowler, do you want me to call

He regretted leaving her alone the previous night, considering the cold and somber atmosphere. Could she truly be sick? Without a moment's hesitation, Marcus stood up, grabbed his car

is about to commence.”

worked for Marcus for several years, sensed that the situation might be related to Melissa. She considered Melissa to be a formidable presence in Marcus’

Marcus descended the stairs, he made another attempt to

tossed the phone aside, put on

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later, he parked the car

Startled by the noise from the door,

right? Miss Brown left this letter for you.” A letter? Marcus had a premonition as he took it, unfolding it to discover its

letter from Melissa contained only a few brief

Marcus read these

chose to leave.

in silence for

like a respectable person. Are you Miss Brown's boyfriend? Miss Brown shouldn't have let you get away.” Without offering

week later, he received a package containing a small,

a diamond bracelet- a piece he had given Melissa

he had claimed it to be a sample from a partner, it was, in fact, a unique creation by a renowned designer he had personally commissioned. Valued at 12 million dollars, Melissa had sold it for

stared at it for a prolonged moment, and then dialed a number, demanding,

contained an address located in a small town next to Duefron, along with information

the message was a photo of Melissa

be around 23 or 24 years-old,

boyfriend suffering from an illness! (thanoss.com) She had sold the bracelet he gave to her for $800, 000, possibly to pay for her boyfriend's treatment. Did this mean that in her eyes, Marcus meant nothing to her? The care and companionship she provided him with were merely an act? Marcus, born into nobility, never really took women

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aside, and the bracelet was tossed into

hed never find her

would definitely make her regret for the way she treated

knock on the door broke the silence. “Marcus?” Marcus looked up, only to find that it was his father, Waylen,

son, he observed the latter's unhappy expression

to be unfazed and retorted, “Dad, didn't you want me

Did you scare her away?” Marcus really didn't want to talk about it, so he grabbed a magazine from the

did you know that at your age, I was about to meet your mother?” Marcus pointed out, “You said it yourself that you were ‘about to’ meet her!” That meant that they hadn't met yet at his age! Unable to do anything about his son, Waylen sighed in defeat. “Okay, okay.

in the room for a moment longer, as though mourning a bygone era. Eventually, he stood up, but before he left, he plucked the bracelet out of the trash can

a leisurely pace, he exuded

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