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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responded, “My plate is full of business

invitation for Marcus to join them for

lamp chops, a term Marcus preferred

Politely, he declined the

to the Fowler residence, Marcus passed by

yet he lingered within it for half

it alive with joy, celebrating the arrival of little

now meticulously organizing each item. Rena wore a serene expression, and Elva nestled

approached,

Daniel, haven't you? He bears an uncanny resemblance to Leonel.” A faint smile graced Marcus’ features, prompting Elva’s countenance to darken.

like you, giggling all day long like a little fool.” Uttering these words, he found himself momentarily lost

items with Rena. However, Rena, glancing up at Marcus, advised in a gentle tone, “Head

himself by the window, indulging in yet another

reverberated

partially open

Continuing, she remarked, “We're in 2022, and it's amusing people still resort

in the mail last week,” Elva explained. Elva still wanted to Books Chapters Are Daily

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

lips, Marcus nonchalantly opened

check amounting to eight

of numbers, Marcus felt a chill run through his entire body. He examined it closely. Even though Melissa wasn't the one who

letter bore a Duefron

had spent a considerable amount of time scrutinizing the draft, and

cast a vague light

resignation, Marcus sank into the sofa by the window, resting his head against its back. In this

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

a year's time would allow people to release their

time, Marcus found himself unable to quell the unease that welled up within him upon

had forgiven him and was willing to see him, she wouldn't have refused to provide even a real address; instead, she simply

couldn't fathom the depths of the suffering she must have endured

his phone from his pocket and opened

pictures he

he once held, he couldn't bring himself

gazed at her

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moment of silent contemplation, Marcus dialed a familiar number. It still didn’t get through. Although

phone screen and couldn't resist revisiting

swung open,

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stood by the doorway for a moment before offering a faint smile. “What's on your mind? Your sister called you from the stairs for quite some time, but you didn't

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? You seem lost in thought” “Nothing,” replied Marcus,

Marcus approached, Waylen placed a reassuring

Marcus’ tone remained indifferent as he responded, “I'm not getting into a new relationship.” Waylen sensed that Marcus might still

an old one? Wasn't 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 and have

his son, Waylen didn't press the matter further. Instead, he exchanged a meaningful glance with

obviously had not moved on from Melissa, as she would remain an inseparable part of

Melissa, but an air of tension hung over the

first. “Marcus, while you were

at Elva,

and that once they find her, they'll hold you responsible.” Marcus

don't worry, even though I don't typically get involved in 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

to ask for credit, but Marcus responded firmly, “Don't do

“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 get close to us.”

to want their daughter back, in reality, they merely sought connections

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in, he couldn't help but reflect on how things might have been different with Melissa if it weren't for the Smith family’s interference. Perhaps she wouldn't have been so distant,

creeping in, Marcus started the

room, Rena spoke gently. “You really touched a nerve with Marcus.” Waylen sighed, a habit he would normally accompany with a cigarette, but he 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... it's rare for me to see Marcus like that. He hasn't let go of Melissa or moved on.” Rena nodded, sharing her

apartment, lost

a drag alongside him. Only then did

and the security guard realized he had a unique opportunity to brag about sharing a smoke with him. He concentrated hard, trying to recollect, and eventually replied, “I don't recall her coming by during my shifts. As for the times

remember that night about six months ago, when she left early in the morning. I was on 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 matter what. Women are like delicate flowers, finest creations of God.

was taken aback by this unexpected insight from the security

the security guard and handed over the

way

anyone had been here, including the cleaning ladies, and the place

that the velvet box and the receipt from when Melissa had purchased the

the bed, he opened the box,

grappled with conflicting

had left in disappointment. If she hadn't sent the draft to him, he might have eventually moved on

girls, gotten married someone suitable, and started a family, gradually

the

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Are you making me pay for not being able to forget you throughout my life?” Between him and Melissa, it was impossible to determine who owed

worry about her and wanted to know how she was faring. He stared at the box for a long moment before

hushed conversation over the phone with someone from a well-known

low and raspy, carried a sense of urgency as he whispered, “I need your help 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

Marcus’ heartstrings, a poignant

couldn't fully fathom the depth of other people's love, but he knew that the memories he held of him and Melissa were slowly slipping away,

to

five days in Duefron, but in his relentless pursuit to find Melissa, he had

there was still no

to Marcus that Melissa hadn't resided in Duefron for an extended period. The letter may have

ending the call, Marcus sat in his office for an extended period, his thoughts

entrance. She carried a stack of documents and offered an apologetic smile as she said,

noticed Marcus’ somber mood and surmised that it was likely related to

passed, yet there had been no word or trace

“Mr. Fowler, it's snowing outside.” Marcus turned to gaze at the snowflakes 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 the ground will be covered in a

make everyone end work at 4:00 today?” This offer surprised Sylvia. In the past, even in adverse weather conditions,

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