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.

more seasoned. His profile bore a resemblance to that of a youthful

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recalled Marcus being 28 years

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

the evening, Alexis extended an invitation for

lamp chops, a

he declined

Fowler residence,

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

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

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

approached, linking

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

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

his reverie, Elva continued inspecting baby items 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 it with a nod, Marcus

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

reverberated through the

partially open door,

from Duefron, someone still sent you a love letter” Continuing, she remarked, “We're in 2022, and it's amusing people still

wanted you to have it. It arrived in the mail last week,” Elva explained. Elva still wanted to Books

baby products, so she hurried away after expressing her thoughts. After all, it

lips, Marcus nonchalantly

within was a check amounting to eight hundred thousand

entire body. He examined it closely. Even though Melissa wasn't the one who issued the draft, he

bore a

had spent a considerable amount of time scrutinizing the draft, and his eyes were beginning to ache from the

glow of the lamp cast a

of resignation, Marcus sank into the sofa by the window, resting his head against its back. In this melancholic moment, memories that had long been sealed away

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

would allow people to release their grip on the past and forge

himself unable to quell the unease that welled up within him upon

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

Marcus couldn't fathom the depths of the suffering she must have endured to accumulate such

from his pocket and opened the

few pictures he had,

the resentment he once held, he couldn't bring

at her image once more, his heart

Eagles.

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

his phone screen and couldn't resist

door swung

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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 seem to

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

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

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

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

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

not moved on from Melissa, as she would remain an inseparable

but an air of tension hung over the table.

finally spoke up first. “Marcus, while you were at Alexis’ place, someone

looked up at

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

I don't typically get involved in company matters anymore, I'm more than capable of handling those Smith

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 return, just drive them away.” Waylen's

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

claimed to want their daughter back, in reality, they merely sought connections with the Fowler family. However, Marcus knew this was

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reflect on how things might have been different with Melissa if it weren't for the Smith family’s interference.

started

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.

drove to his apartment, lost

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

Duefron, 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

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

by

he expressed his gratitude to the security guard and handed

his way

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

guest room, he noticed that the velvet box and the receipt from when Melissa

the edge of the bed, he opened the

grappled with

to the end of his relationship with Melissa when she had left in disappointment. If she hadn't

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

Melissa's actions had resurrected the past

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Are you making me pay for not being able to forget you throughout my life?” Between him

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

over the phone

the line, the detective replied with just a few words. “Consider it done.”

innocence that tugged at Marcus’ heartstrings, a poignant reminder of the happier times they had

memories he

to preserve those fading

Duefron, but in his relentless pursuit to find Melissa, he had extended his stay by a few more

despite his unwavering determination, there was still no news of

period. The letter

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

carried a stack of documents and offered an apologetic smile as she said, “Mr. Fowler, these are for tomorrow's meeting.” Marcus inclined

surmised that it was likely related

had been no word or trace of

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

“How about we make everyone end work at 4:00 today?” This offer surprised Sylvia.

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