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.

his cigarette, Marcus appeared leaner and more seasoned. His profile bore a resemblance to that of a youthful

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Nonchalantly, Marcus responded, “My plate is

extended an invitation for Marcus to join

had prepared lamp chops, a term Marcus preferred not

he

back to the Fowler residence, Marcus passed by the

at the roadside, yet he lingered within

alive with joy, celebrating the

now meticulously organizing each item.

Elva joyfully approached, linking her arm with

faint smile graced Marcus’ features, prompting Elva’s countenance to darken. “You rarely

day long like a little fool.”

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

Fatigued yet alert, he positioned himself by the window, indulging

soft knock reverberated through the

through the partially open door, bearing an

a love letter” Continuing, she remarked, “We're in 2022, and it's amusing people still resort to letter-writing.” With a profound gaze, Marcus requested

explained. Elva still wanted to Books Chapters Are Daily

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

nonchalantly opened the

amounting to eight hundred thousand

it closely. Even though Melissa wasn't the one

bore a Duefron

seemed... Melissa had returned to Duefron! Marcus had spent a considerable amount of time scrutinizing the draft, and his eyes were beginning to ache from

lamp 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

had hoped that a year's time would allow people to release their grip on the past and

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

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

depths of the suffering she must have endured to

his phone from his pocket and opened

pictures he had, one was of

breakup and the resentment he once held, he

as he gazed at her image once more, his heart

Eagles.

familiar number. It still didn’t get through. Although he had mentally

screen and couldn't

door swung open, and Waylen

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your mind? Your sister called you from

pocket, but Waylen's keen eyes didn’t miss his distraction. Waylen

rose from his seat and headed toward the door. “Isn't dinner ready?” As Marcus approached, Waylen placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder and said, “Marcus, sometimes it's okay to express your

won't ridicule you. It's just a breakup, after all.” Marcus’ tone remained indifferent as he

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 her marry you." “Dad, if something isn't meant to be, trying to force it won't make much of a difference,” Marcus replied,

didn't press the matter further. Instead, he exchanged a

not moved on from Melissa, as she would remain an

but an air of tension hung over

you were

up at Elva, concern

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

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 discreet glance at

for credit, but Marcus responded firmly, “Don't do it for Melissa's, or anyone else's sake. If they return, just drive them away.” Waylen's expression became inscrutable,

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

sought connections with the Fowler family. However, Marcus

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and settled 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

in, Marcus started the car and drove

the living 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

to his apartment,

his way to the security room located next to the elevator. He offered a cigarette to the security guard and took a drag alongside him. Only then did Marcus casually inquire, “Has my ex-girlfriend visited here in the past six

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

when she left early in the morning. I was on duty that night. She seemed profoundly upset, sobbing incessantly. Her clothes were drenched, and

Marcus was taken aback by this unexpected insight from the security

guard and handed over the two packs of

his way

been more than half a year since anyone had been here, including the cleaning ladies, and

the receipt from when Melissa had purchased the pills were

the edge of the bed, he opened the box, placed

with

in disappointment. If she hadn't sent the draft to him, he might have

would have gone on meeting new girls, gotten married someone suitable, and started a family, gradually leaving the past behind, as everyone

Melissa's actions had resurrected the past

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

couldn't help but worry about her and wanted to know how she was faring. He stared at

phone with someone from a well-known detective

line, the detective replied with just a few words. “Consider it done.” After ending the call, Marcus immediately forwarded all the information

tugged at Marcus’ heartstrings, a poignant reminder of the happier

the depth of other people's love, but he knew that the memories he held of him and Melissa were slowly slipping away, like

yearned to preserve

in Duefron, but in his relentless pursuit to find Melissa,

there

period. The letter may have been sent by

the call, Marcus sat in his office for an extended period, his thoughts consumed by the enigmatic

Sylvia's entrance. She carried a stack of documents and offered an apologetic smile as she said, “Mr. Fowler, these are for tomorrow's meeting.” Marcus inclined his head slightly, indicating for her to place

Marcus’ somber mood and surmised that it was likely related

had passed, yet there had been no word or trace of

heavy snowfall in several years. By the time we get off work, I'm afraid the ground will be covered in a thick

work at 4:00 today?” This offer surprised Sylvia. In the past, even in adverse weather conditions, employees weren't allowed to

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