Chapter 2941 It was the distinct scent of a hand cream.

He had bought it himself for Melissa and rubbed it on her hands. He wouldn't mistake the scent for anything else.

Marcus took a deep breath and greedily inhaled the remaining traces.

He took in Lungfuls of air, his feelings slowly cooling until they died down. There was no Longer any burning from hearing her name, and he convinced himself not to look for her.

After what had seemed an eternity, Marcus stepped inside the elevator.

He went downstairs to retrieve his broken phone, absentmindedly looking at the pieces.

There was only one photo of Melissa in it.

(Eagles) ‘s (Eagles) And now even that was gone. He couldn't piece it back to the way it was before.

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Above him, a figure stood on the second floor near the corner of the elevator. Melissa stared at Marcus from the shadows.

He had lost a lot of weight.

He seemed different from how he used to be. Somehow, he carried himself with more seriousness, but she felt no fear toward him.

Perhaps her own affection had been the reason why she used to be afraid of him.

But things might be different now.

Lowering her eyes, she placed a hand over her stomach. The baby was an unexpected development.

Despite having taken the pill, she still got pregnant.

‘When Melissa first found out, she hesitated to tell him. She was afraid that if she told Marcus that she had gotten pregnant, he would probably accuse her of pulling a trick to deceive him.

Not once had she forgotten his words.

He said right to her face that she didn't deserve to be his wife.

As if sensing her melancholy, the baby in her womb wriggled around.

Melissa felt the movements and kicks under her palm. A gentle smile curved on her lips. Now that she had a child, she would never be alone again.

She raised her head and took one last look at Marcus.

Melissa bid farewell to him in her heart. “Goodbye, Marcus. We'll never see each other again.” Without going through the prenatal checkup, Melissa quietly entered the elevator and left.

Chapter 2942 Alexis’ postpartum examination went without a hitch. Both she and her child were in perfect health.

When she got into the car, she saw a small bag with a broken phone inside.

Alexis looked down at her baby and cooed. In a gentle voice, she asked, “Marcus, what happened to your phone? Why were you so angry?” “I dropped it. It was an accident,” Marcus replied flatly.

“Accident? That's uncharacteristic of you.” Alexis speculated that his sour mood had something to do with Melissa.

However, it was pretty obvious that he didn't want to talk about it, so she quickly changed the topic. “Are you going back to Livebop soon? Why not just stay for a few more days?” Marcus gripped the steering wheel with his slender fingers.

For a while, he just stared at the rearview mirror with a faint smile. Then he answered, “There's too much going on there. I'm not going to sit through all that.” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates...

There was nothing else Alexis could say to that.

It had snowed that day, and the road was covered with ice.

Fortunately, Marcus’ driving skills were top-notch.

He changed to another road where there was less snow and the car moved along steadily. When he took a turn, his eyes caught a woman standing with her back to him at a bus stop across the street.

(Eagles) She was just the right height, and her hair was just the right color.

Even from a distance, Marcus could see the curve of the woman's round stomach. She was pregnant.

The woman raised her head to check the bus sign, as if thinking about which bus to take.

She had to be around seven or eight months pregnant. Why was she taking the bus alone on such a snowy day? What was her husband doing? Marcus caught himself in a rare moment of distraction, but he couldn't afford to let his thoughts wander. Alexis and Daniel were in the back seat, and he had to pay attention to the road. He looked away quickly, and the black off-road vehicle brushed past the woman.

At the same moment, she turned around.

It was Melissa.

Once again, the two missed each other.

A bus slowly rolled to a stop in front of her, and Melissa got on.

When she sat down, she saw that she had received a call from Julie, the proprietress of the small diner in Warsew where she once worked.

Chapter 2943 Julie Wilson's husband had lost all his money to gambling, and he was neck-deep in debt. His creditors often came to harass his family, which eventually forced them to close the dinner.

It was only a matter of time before Julie's husband was taken to prison.

Coincidentally, Melissa was currently in a good place, financially.

She worked as a secretary for the Watson Group in Heron.

Last month, she was transferred to the branch on Duefron.

She hesitated about the move at first, but in the end, she agreed.

Eagles.

The Watson Group compensated well. Melissa didn't want to lose such an opportunity because she was being held back by the past.

and rented a decent

than enough space, and she invited Julie to live

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all over the place. Just wait at home. You gave me the address, and

she lived in was old,

arrived at the apartment building, she saw Julie

Melissa called, giving her a

greeting, sadness

no stranger to the ups and downs of

down her things, she grabbed Melissa's hand. Julie looked her up and down, her eyes finally settling on her stomach. “It must be so hard to be pregnant while managing things all on

no need

She offered to help Julie carry her things, but Julie would have none of it. She went

much is nothing." Melissa held her belly and

Julie looked around and hummed with satisfaction. “Your baby's arriving

she opened her Luggage and took her things out

clothes, all the

“I'l spend the next two years taking care of your baby while you go back to work. When the little one’s old enough to go to kindergarten, I'l find a place and

her and wiped her tears. “What are

had nothing too, and I'm just starting over now. You don't have to worry. We'll be able to take care of your

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had said the words with confidence, but her certainty brought a pang of sadness to Melissa. Julie's husband was in jail, and her own son didn't take her in. In the end, she had no one else

Melissa's tears. “From now

up another topic. “How was the prenatal check-up today? Can I have a look?”

curiously. “Or is there anything wrong with the baby? You can tell me, Melissa. I've gone through what you're

finally spoke. “I didn't have the prenatal check-up today. I ran into Marcus at the hospital.” “Did he see you?" Julie asked, surprise evident on

calmly, “No. Vanessa was also there. He probably thought he misheard or

see me once in Warsew. He didn't say anything; he just left me some gifts that looked really expensive. Melissa... are you sure you don't want to give you two another chance? From how I see it, he really Loves you.” With a bitter smile, Melissa said, “We're not right for

held Julie's arm gently. “Didn't you say it yourself? We'll be taking care of the child together. He can't know. You can't tell him." Julie let out a resigned sigh. “I can't win over you. Okay. We will do it ourselves.”

2945 The doorbell rang, and Julie gave a light pat to Melissa.

It was Ryan.

he seemed to have come to check on Melissa. His eyes went wide at the sight of Julie, and he asked in a low voice, “Is Melissa here?” (Eagles) Julie recognized Ryan. She knew he

Ryan since she left. She just met him by accident one time. Melissa didn't know what had

to do with Ryan

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and he knew that he would likely never be able to have

life growing inside Melissa's womb

the Fowlers. If Melissa would be willing to marry Ryan, he could raise the child as his own. Marcus would never know, as he had no intention of ever

he plan on letting

to be the child's father. His audacity enraged Julie. She picked up the broom and went

even think about coming back here. Or I'l kill you!" Ryan

took a few steps backward, both angry and embarrassed. “You'll regret this, Melissa." Melissa just ignored him.

said in a cold tone, “Ryan, all I want is a quiet life. If you keep pestering me, you can't blame me for what I might do. For example, your precious job... Think it over and choose wisely.” Ryan stared at her for a

laugh. “Haha, I see you've become much fiercer in the half a year that I hadn't seen you. What? Did Marcus rub off on you?

sneered. “So what? It's none of your business. At the very least, he is leagues better than someone like you!”

ever want you. From what I heard, the Fowler family is setting him up with someone. There will be no shortage of beautiful, upper-class women around him. Women you could

2946 With those words,

to have a child. Why else would

words. “Melissa, are you sure you're fine with this? Mr. Fowler

one day become Mrs. Fowler. It was only a matter of time. There was no point in agonizing over something

calmness was a

two months away from

yet, she was still

had been no Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join

they couldn't find

circumstances, Albert had to bring

her sit in the

the employees of the Watson Group that he had once met an amazing woman when he was young, and he couldn't bring himself to love anyone else

one to pry into

Eagles.

respected Albert. He was a good

get out of the black Limo across from them. Walking at the very front was Marcus, with a woman beside him.

Her name was Jessie.

that moment, she was holding

quietly, her long eyelashes

is it? Do you know him?" Melissa forced a smile and answered, “He's my former boss." Albert's smile didn't

idea of going out

For one, she no longer wanted to

his side, while she was alone and pregnant his

they last saw each other, and now, Marcus eventually chose a girl from a background that

Ryan had talked

then and we didn't part on friendly terms. I really don't think it's a good idea, Mr. Waston.” Albert

experience with him, I guess you don't have to meet him. I'll just go over and say hello to him alone.” Melissa breathed a

said, quickly stepped out of the car and hurried

of Waston Group in Heron. Even though he was over 40, he still maintained his physical charm. After all, he had a face

pout like a spoiled child, “I told my family I have a boyfriend, but they didn't believe me, and they even decided to send someone to follow me. If not for James’

a jerk, you should really

a good reason why I should help you,” Marcus grumbled in displeasure and quickly removed her hand

coincidence!” Albert suddenly

eyes widened in surprise. “Uncle Albert, why are you in

in both Heron and Duefron that Albert admired Marcus’ mother, Rena. Albert himself also

even on Valentine's Day, he would send her expensive

would usually refuse to accept them, he

going on for

indifferent and began to consider

this story,

but to admit to himself that Albert was not only a quite impressive businessman, but also an

to Jessie who was still

just a friend,” Marcus

Jessie immediately grabbed his hand even tighter and said to Albert, “Hello, Uncle Albert!” Marcus quickly pulled his arm out of her grip. He

his chin

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