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.

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

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Marcus being

queried, “What prompts you to smoke so extensively now?” Nonchalantly, Marcus responded, “My plate is full

Alexis extended an invitation for Marcus to join

lamp chops, a term

Politely, he declined the

journey back to the Fowler residence,

car remained stationed at the roadside, yet he lingered within it for

alive with joy, celebrating the arrival

meticulously organizing

Marcus’ return, Elva joyfully approached,

A faint

Gently nudging her, Marcus quipped, “Not everyone's like you, giggling all day long like a little fool.” Uttering these words, he found himself momentarily

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

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

soft knock reverberated

the partially open door, bearing

a love letter” Continuing, she remarked, “We're in 2022,

the mail last week,” Elva explained. Elva still wanted to Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated

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

nonchalantly opened the

check amounting to eight

run through his entire body. He examined it closely. Even though Melissa wasn't the one who issued the draft, he was certain she had

the letter bore

of

glow of the lamp cast a vague

against its back. In this melancholic moment, memories that had

Melissa and all the

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

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

willing to see him, she wouldn't have refused to provide even a real address; instead, she simply returned the

the depths of the suffering she must have endured to accumulate such

his pocket

the few pictures he

their breakup and the resentment he once

he gazed at her image

Eagles.

prolonged moment of silent contemplation, Marcus dialed a familiar number. It still didn’t get through. Although he had mentally prepared himself for it, the result still

gently tapped his phone screen and

the door swung

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a faint smile. “What's on your mind? Your sister called you from the stairs for quite some time,

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

Marcus approached, Waylen placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder and said, “Marcus, sometimes it's okay to express your

mother and I won't ridicule you. It's just a breakup, after all.” Marcus’ tone remained indifferent as he responded, “I'm not getting into a new relationship.” Waylen sensed that Marcus might still be

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,

son, Waylen didn't press the matter further. Instead, he

moved on from Melissa, as she would remain an inseparable part of his life

dinner, they avoided mentioning Melissa, but an air of tension

while you were at Alexis’ place, someone from

Marcus looked up at Elva, concern

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

began serving food to his son. “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,

had intended to ask 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, his eyes

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 get close to us.” Marcus was acutely

they merely sought connections with the Fowler family. However, Marcus knew this was an

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with Melissa if it weren't for the Smith family’s interference. Perhaps she wouldn't have been so distant, and he wouldn't

creeping in, Marcus started the car and drove

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

to his apartment, lost in his

car, Marcus made 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

sharing a smoke with him. He concentrated hard, trying to recollect, and eventually replied, “I don't recall her coming by during

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

aback by this unexpected

moment, he expressed his gratitude to the security guard and handed over the two packs of cigarettes as a token

then made his way to

been here, including

guest room, he noticed that the velvet box and the

edge of the bed, he opened the box, placed the folded draft inside, and

grappled with conflicting

his relationship with Melissa when she had left in disappointment. If she hadn't sent the draft to him, he might have

he would have gone on meeting new girls, gotten married someone suitable, and started a family, gradually

the past in vivid

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“Are you punishing me? 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

wanted to know how she was faring. He stared at the box for a long

the phone with someone from a

other end of the line, the detective replied with just a few words. “Consider it done.” After ending the call, Marcus immediately forwarded all the information he had on Melissa to the detective agency. As he sent her photo, his fingertips couldn't resist

Marcus’

he knew that the memories he held of him and Melissa were slowly

yearned to preserve those

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

his unwavering determination, there was still no

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

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

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

surmised that it was

yet there had been no word or

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 thick layer of snow.” Marcus remained silent

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

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