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

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hazily recalled Marcus being

voice, Leonel queried, “What prompts you to smoke so extensively now?” Nonchalantly, Marcus responded, “My plate is full of business matters.”

Alexis extended an invitation for Marcus to join

had prepared lamp chops, a term Marcus preferred not to

he declined the

the Fowler residence, Marcus passed

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

Marcus found it alive with joy, celebrating the arrival of

essentials earlier, now meticulously organizing each item. Rena wore

approached, linking her arm with

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

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

with Rena. However, Rena, glancing up at Marcus, advised in a gentle tone, “Head upstairs for some rest. I'l Let you know when dinner’s ready.” Acknowledging

Fatigued yet alert, he positioned himself by the

knock reverberated through the

entered through the partially

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 that she

in the mail last week,” Elva explained. Elva still wanted

her thoughts. After all,

nonchalantly opened

within was a check amounting to eight hundred

run through his entire body. He examined it closely. Even though Melissa wasn't

bore a Duefron

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

cast

against its back. In this melancholic moment, memories that had long been sealed away began to resurface in his

had once shown Melissa and all

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

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

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

the suffering she must have

phone from his pocket and opened

he had, one was of

their breakup and the resentment he once held,

at her image once

Eagles.

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

and couldn't resist

door swung

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called you from the stairs

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

the door. “Isn't dinner ready?” As Marcus approached, Waylen placed a reassuring hand

breakup, after all.” Marcus’ tone remained indifferent as he responded, “I'm not

“In fact, with the influence of our family, it wouldn't be difficult to bring Melissa back

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

Melissa, as she would remain an inseparable part of his life no matter

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

while you were

Marcus looked up at Elva,

Elva continued, “They said they want their daughter back and that once they find her, they'll hold you responsible.” Marcus

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

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

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

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

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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, and he wouldn't

Marcus started the

a while, he confided, “When I went upstairs earlier, I found Marcus leaning against the sofa. That look on his

apartment, lost in

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 months? She left something behind when she left.” The security guard immediately recognized the prominent figure standing before

He concentrated hard, trying to recollect, and eventually

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,

by this

to the security guard and handed over the two packs of cigarettes as a

way

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

the receipt from when Melissa had

the

with

himself to the 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 her in

have gone on meeting new girls, gotten married someone suitable, and started a

actions had resurrected the past in

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his gaze and whispered, “Are you punishing me? Are you making me pay for not being able to forget you throughout my life?” Between him and Melissa,

how she was faring. He stared at the box for a long moment before finally picking

hushed conversation over the phone with someone from 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 lightly caressing her face captured in

at Marcus’ heartstrings,

memories he held of him and Melissa

to preserve those

five days in Duefron, but in his relentless pursuit to find

unwavering determination, there

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

for an extended period, his thoughts consumed by the enigmatic

2938 A soft knock at the door signaled 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

noticed Marcus’ somber mood and surmised that it was

yet there had been no word or trace

and she remarked, “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 thick layer of snow.” Marcus remained silent

at 4:00 today?” This offer surprised Sylvia. In the

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