Chapter 2931 Unaware of Marcus’ thoughts, the servant rubbed her hands, set the dish on the table, and quietly departed.

Removing his coat, Marcus seated himself at the table.

His gaze lingered on the Lamb chop. Surprisingly surpassing Melissa's culinary skills, yet his appetite remained absent. Retrieving his phone, Marcus dialed a number in silence.

Unfortunately, Melissa's phone persisted in its powered-off state.

Marcus angrily tossed his phone onto the table and abstained from eating anything.

A week passed, and still, he couldn't locate her.

After taking a shower, he found himself in the guest room, where their last intimate encounter had transpired.

Typically, their encounters didn't unfold in the guest room.

(Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) That night, there were signs of his displeasure, but Melissa didn't pick up on them. Despite feeling hurt during their intimate encounter, she made an effort to please him and ensure his comfort.

A bitter smile played on Marcus’ lips.

Leaning against the bed's headboard, Marcus caressed the pillow, detecting a lingering trace of her scent.

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Resting on the bedside table, beneath the ring-containing box, lay a receipt left by Melissa at the pharmacy. It documented her purchase of morning-after pills, and as per the clerk, she even consumed one within the store.

Did she harbor resentment as she ingested the contraceptive? The desire to discuss the Smith family lingered within her, yet he failed to provide the opportunity. Her departure likely stemmed from disappointment in him.

Ultimately, he found himself abandoned in their relationship.

Melissa had severed her ties with him.

During the nocturnal hours, Marcus found himself immersed in a dream while reclined on the bed.

The dream unfolded with Melissa's return.

He dreamt about events that had occurred in the past.

“Melissa,” he murmured, a plea escaping his lips in the dream.

He awoke with a sense of joy, but the room remained silent. Early summer nights were characterized by the chirping of insects outside and the hum of the air conditioner.

The following day, Marcus skipped going to the company.

Instead, he drove for five hours to Warsew and met with the owner of the breakfast shop where Melissa had once worked.

Opting against inquiries, he simply left behind Duefron's specialties as a gesture.

Chapter 2932 As the black off-road vehicle departed, the proprietress observed its departure for an extended duration.

After returning to Duefron, Marcus spent hours sitting at the same cafe where he had been with Melissa before. He ordered a lemon tea and a slice of pie that Melissa had ordered for him the last time.

Though not entirely accustomed to the taste, he savored the meal at a leisurely pace.

His remarkable appearance attracted the gaze of many other patrons.

A strikingly beautiful little girl inquired, “Sir, are you heartbroken?” Marcus found himself momentarily taken aback.

After a brief pause, a smile adorned his face. “Indeed, I've suffered heartbreak. I wasn't a good partner. I lost her.” Rising from his seat, he departed the establishment.

Instead of returning to the apartment, he chose to leave it behind.

The diamond ring and the receipt remained within.

Occasionally, Marcus contemplated the notion that, in an alternate space, another version of himself might be leading a blissful life in that apartment with a different Melissa.

In that alternate reality, that version of Marcus wouldn't bring her to tears.

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Eagles.

Marcus embarked on a journey to Livebop, leaving Sylvia behind in Duefron instead.

Seasons shifted, with spring giving way to fall.

Initially anticipating a one-year stint in Livebop, Marcus found himself extending his stay unexpectedly to three years.

Concluding the first year, Marcus returned home as Alexis welcomed the arrival of her second child.

Following the arrival of the new baby, the Fowlers’ house buzzed with noise and excitement.

Battling lingering jet lag, Marcus visited Alexis at Leonel’s villa, finding both mother and son in good health. Leonel's attentive care for Alexis was evident.

Named Daniel, Alexis’ son exhibited robust health.

Reports suggested he remained energetic, crying from dawn until dusk.

Evelyn expressed great fondness for Daniel.

Even the family dog displayed excitement, leaping around the bed.

When it was time to breastfeed Daniel, Marcus and Leonel excused themselves. Engaging in casual conversation, the two men found solace in the living room. Abruptly, Leonel inquired, “I've heard that you retained Ryan within the Fowler Group?” Marcus suddenly recalled, offering a faint smile without explanation.

Chapter 2933 However, Leonel, being an astute man, immediately understood Marcus’ intention. As as worked in the Fowler there was long Ryan Group, a possibility that Melissa might return one day.

Probing further, Leonel questioned, “If your concern for Melissa is genuine, why refrain from actively searching for her?” Approaching the window, Marcus unlatched it and retrieved a cigarette, igniting it. After consuming half, he uttered in a subdued tone, “l won't actively seek her out.” Numerous days had gone by since that fateful night.

The chapter between Marcus and Melissa remained in that apartment, just like the diamond ring and the receipt.

A multitude of Fowler Group employees awaited Marcus’ financial obligations.

Time was of the essence, and Marcus couldn't afford further delay.

Acknowledging that his justifications were mere pretexts, he himself knew that the true reason lay in his awareness of Melissa's genuine desire to depart and her profound disappointment in him.

Offering her peace of mind became his solitary contribution now.

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you to smoke so extensively now?” Nonchalantly, Marcus responded, “My plate is full of business matters.” He extinguished

Alexis extended an invitation

prepared lamp chops, a term Marcus preferred not

Politely, he declined the

Fowler residence, Marcus passed

remained stationed at the roadside, yet he lingered within it for half an hour, ultimately

for the Fowler residence, Marcus found it alive with joy, celebrating

in procuring an abundance of baby essentials earlier, now meticulously organizing each item. Rena wore a serene expression, and Elva

Marcus’ return, Elva joyfully approached, linking her

He bears an uncanny resemblance to Leonel.” A faint smile graced Marcus’ features, prompting Elva’s countenance to darken.

all day long like a little

a gentle tone, “Head upstairs for some rest. I'l Let you know when dinner’s ready.” Acknowledging it with

‘s (Eagles) Fatigued yet alert, he positioned himself by the window, indulging in yet

reverberated through the

through the partially open door,

“We're in 2022, and it's amusing

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expressing her thoughts. After all, it wasn't surprising that her charming

Marcus nonchalantly opened the

was a check amounting to

He examined it closely. Even though Melissa wasn't

bore

Marcus had spent a considerable amount of time

of the lamp cast a vague light

the sofa by the window, resting his head against its back. In this melancholic moment, memories that had long been sealed away began to resurface in his

the kindness he had once shown Melissa and all the harm he had inflicted upon

year's time would allow people to release their grip on

himself unable to quell the unease that welled up

she had forgiven him and was willing to see him, she wouldn't have refused to provide even a

2935 Marcus couldn't fathom the depths of the suffering she

Marcus retrieved his phone from his pocket and opened the photo

he

the resentment he once held, he couldn't bring himself to delete

gazed at her image

Eagles.

familiar number. It still didn’t get through. Although he had mentally prepared himself for it, the

tapped his phone screen and couldn't resist revisiting the photo

the door swung

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sister called you from the stairs for quite some time, but you

letter and tucked it into his pocket, but Waylen's keen eyes didn’t miss his distraction. Waylen smiled and remarked, “What's got you so engrossed there?

dinner ready?” As Marcus approached, Waylen placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder and said, “Marcus, sometimes it's okay

you. It's just a breakup, after all.” Marcus’ tone remained indifferent as he responded, “I'm

that what was in his pocket? As they descended the stairs together, Waylen smiled and quipped, “In fact, with the influence of our family, it wouldn't be difficult to bring Melissa back

further.

as she would remain an inseparable part of

they avoided mentioning Melissa, but an air of tension hung over the

you were at Alexis’ place, someone from the

up at Elva, concern in his

want their daughter back and that once they find her, they'll hold you responsible.” Marcus turned to his father for a

company matters anymore, I'm more than capable of handling those Smith brothers. Actually, your mother could handle them on her own.” Rena cast a discreet glance

“l won't do anything to them for now, for Melissa's sake.” Hoping for acknowledgment, Waylen had intended to ask for credit, but Marcus responded firmly, “Don't do it for Melissa's, or anyone else's sake. If they

he questioned, “Are you not interested in marrying her?” (Eagles) Marcus, not in the mood for dinner anymore, stood up and walked outside. He stated firmly as he walked, “Melissa's surname is Brown, not Smith. Our family never had, and never will have, any connection with the Smiths, and we don't need them trying to

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might have been different with Melissa if it weren't for the Smith family’s interference. Perhaps she wouldn't

started the

refrained due to his wife and daughter's presence. After a while, he confided, “When I went upstairs earlier, I found Marcus leaning against the sofa. That look on his face... Rena...

to his apartment, lost in

drag alongside him. Only then did Marcus casually inquire, “Has my ex-girlfriend visited here in

He concentrated hard, trying to recollect, and eventually replied, “I don't recall her coming by during my shifts.

duty that night. She seemed profoundly upset, sobbing incessantly. Her clothes were drenched, and she was shivering. Mr. Fowler, you can't treat your girlfriend like that no

by this unexpected

security guard and handed over

way

anyone had been here, including the cleaning ladies, and

box and the receipt from when Melissa had purchased the pills were

the box, placed the

grappled with conflicting

end of his relationship with Melissa when she had left in disappointment. If she hadn't sent the draft to him, he might have eventually moved on and forgotten

meeting new girls, gotten married someone suitable,

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you making me pay for not being able to forget you throughout my

about her and wanted to know how she was faring. He stared at

conversation over the phone

finding someone, and money is no object.” On the other end of the line, the detective replied with just a few words. “Consider it done.” After ending

Melissa's smile emanated an innocence that tugged at Marcus’ heartstrings, a poignant reminder of the happier times they

he knew that the memories he held of him and Melissa

he yearned to preserve those fading

was to spend only five days in Duefron, but in his relentless pursuit to find Melissa, he

despite his unwavering determination, there was still no news

The letter may have been sent by someone else, possibly to conceal her precise location from

his office for an extended period, his thoughts consumed by the enigmatic disappearance

She carried a stack of documents and offered an apologetic smile as she

and surmised

had been no word or trace of

falling beyond the French window. Sylvia continued, “Duefron hasn't experienced such heavy snowfall in several years. By the time we get off work, I'm afraid

offer surprised Sylvia. In the past, even

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