A Second Chance With My Billionaire Love

Chapter 2991 Marcus met her gaze silently, leaving a tense moment hanging between them.

Julie was on the verge of delivering more harsh warnings when Marcus opened his car trunk to reveal a large box filled with the kind of mech toys any boy would adore.

He also handed Julie a kraft paper bag, which, to her astonishment, contained half a million dollars in cash.

Julie's eyes widened as she sifted through the bills, but then she fixed Marcus with a defiant look. “This money won't sway me,” she declared.

Marcus simply suggested, “Use it to buy Matthew something he likes,” his smile unfaltering.

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Matthew for now. “It's indeed your duty to support your son,” she countered, her tone firm yet concerned for Melissa's welfare.

With the unexpected windfall, Julie's thoughts turned to buying Melissa a car, having previously eyed a nice BMW that she believed would suit Melissa.

After all, Melissa had given Marcus a son. A car seemed a small recompense.

As Marcus prepared to leave, content that Julie had accepted his offer, she tapped on his car window, her voice tinged with uncertainty. “Melissa doesn't know about this, does she?” His faint smile offered her a measure of reassurance, though her feelings remained mixed.

Once Marcus had departed, Julie, armed with the toy and the cash, swung by the nearby grocery store and bought a five-pound fresh mutton, She then set about stewing it, filling the house with its inviting aroma.

Matthew was thrilled with his new toy, his delight evident as he played.

(Eagles) Mech toys were a hit with boys, after all.

Melissa returned home around eight to the welcoming scent of mutton stew.

“Did you make mutton stew today?” she inquired, swapping her shoes for house slippers.

Adorned in her apron and wielding a ladle, Julie beamed.

“I'had a bit of luck with the lottery today. With the snow and the chill, I thought some mutton stew would be perfect. I've even added carrots for extra flavor. Make sure to have a little extra.” Carrots.

Melissa's heart sank. She wasn't fond of them. Yet Julie, caught up in her excitement, seemed oblivious to this preference, eagerly serving a plate to Melissa.

“Give it a try," Julie urged, hopeful.

Facing the carrots in her plate, Melissa couldn't shake thoughts of Marcus, reflecting on their conversation earlier that day, hoping he would finally leave her in peace.

Melissa paused, her thoughts interrupted by Matthew's joyous consumption of his small bowl of mutton stew.

She nearly spoke up but decided against it at the last moment.

Julie offered a comforting smile. “Enjoy your dinner first. We can talk later.”

Chapter 2992 She then whispered to Melissa, cautioning her not to let Matthew overhear, praising the boy's keen intelligence.

Melissa's smile, in response, sparked a suspicion in Julie.

She speculated that Melissa must have encountered Marcus several times already upon her return to Duefron, given her distracted demeanor.

After the meal, Matthew retreated to his room, engrossed in his new toy, while Julie cleaned up the table.

Later, she brought a paper bag filled with cash to Melissa's room, finding her fresh from a shower and drying her hair.

The bag contained a significant sum, easily totaling four or five hundred thousand dollars.

“Julie, how did you come by such an amount?” Melissa inquired, puzzled.

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Julie glanced at a medical record on the dressing table before answering nonchalantly. “Told you I got lucky and won a small Lottery prize! You know, if you had a car, you might not have caught that cold— And now that you're working for someone as important as Mr. Waston, it seems odd to take public transportation every day. I thought you might use this money to buy a car.” Melissa set the towel aside, considering the money.

With her own savings, the combined sum was indeed enough for a nice car. However, she decided it was time to share her real thoughts with Julie.

Looking up, Melissa spoke softly. “Julie, I'm thinking of returning to Heron, where our headquarters is." Julie, taken aback, sought clarity.

“Why the sudden move? You've just bought this nice apartment, and Matthew is about to start kindergarten. Is this about Mr. Fowler?” Eagles.

She hoped Marcus hadn't revived old troubles, given his outward decency.

Melissa found herself too mortified to discuss Marcus’ actions, while Julie maintained an air of obliviousness, feigning ignorance to the undercurrents of Melissa's dilemma.

Taking a moment to gather her thoughts, Julie continued, “You're just starting to establish your career here. Moving back to Heron means starting anew. Without Mr. Waston's support, it's unlikely the work environment there will match what you have in Duefron. I think you need to give it some serious thought.” Melissa presumed Julie had just grown comfortable with life in Duefron and was resistant to change environment.

She nodded in understanding. “I'l reconsider it, I promise!” She tried to give the money back to Julie, but Julie insisted, “Please, hold onto it for me. My day-to-day expenses are minimal, mostly just groceries. And well- If he discovers I have this money, it'll all be wasted.” Julie was referring to her son, Shawn Wilson, who, much like his father, had fallen prey to gambling.

Julie's husband had squandered their finances on gambling, and her son had followed in his footsteps. Despite his faults, he had always treated Melissa and Matthew kindly though. Julie's concern was evident as she worried about her son discovering the money.

Melissa pondered before responding, “I'l keep the money safe for you.

Perhaps, if your son overcomes his gambling habit, this could be his chance to start a small business.” Julie's greatest worry was indeed her son.

Chapter 2993 Yet, she couldn't take Marcus’ money to help her own son, and sadly she couldn't reveal that part to Melissa.

Claiming fatigue, Julie excused herself to sleep, leaving Melissa to secure the money and drop the subject.

As Melissa prepared for bed, Matthew, her little boy, approached with a pillow in hand.

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Despite being almost three, he was smaller than other children his age. He snuggled into Melissa's embrace, his presence a reminder of her hesitation to risk exposing him to her cold.

She considered moving him to Julie's room, but his pleading eyes melted her resolve.

“Matthew wants to stay with Mommy tonight,” the boy pleaded.

Overwhelmed by tenderness, Melissa relented, and as they lay in the darkened room, she felt an enveloping warmth. She introduced the topic of Heron to Matthew, describing it as a bustling city, wondering if he'd be open to relocating.

Eagles.

Matthew's curiosity was

and towering buildings,” Melissa explained, painting

like it here. Plus, we get snow in the winter and there's my new toy! Mommy, have you seen it?" Melissa found herself

Matthew wished to leave Duefron

shown up for the next few days, seemed to have moved on, providing Melissa

into a bank account in Julie's name and instead used her own savings

was palpable, his joy bouncing around the car's back seat. Julie, equally impressed, couldn't resist praising, “Such

vibrant young woman Like you deserves nothing Less.” Celebrating the new purchase, Melissa treated them

hinted at awarding me some initial shares in the company for my hard work. This could mean a salary hike, and possibly,

dropping them at the French restaurant, earning a light complaint from Julie. “Working on a Saturday? Plus, Matthew and I seldom dine in places this grand. What

And I taught Matthew some table manners required last night.” Matthew, puffing up with

of her head, Julie led Matthew into the bustling

where they found themselves amidst a crowd, including Alexis

super VIP gift card during such a busy time, caught

addressing Alexis, said, “We're kind of overwhelmed with reservations today.” After a moment of hesitation, Alexis’ gaze fell

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of her own younger son, bearing a resemblance so strong they could be mistaken for

left Alexis momentarily speechless, her attention shifting to Julie, who was

with a member of the Fowler family, of all

she found herself nervously avoiding Alexis’ steady

though taken aback, maintained her composure, a trait of the Fowler lineage. She crouched to Matthew's level, her voice

Matthew Brown,” he replied with the

confirmed Alexis’ suspicion that Matthew had ties to her

too; the children might enjoy each other's

striking resemblance to him." She proceeded to show Julie photos of Daniel on her phone, suggesting, “Look at them. Wouldn't you agree they could pass as

to the manager about the room's temperature, to which he responded

with little choice, Julie agreed to share the

pair and shared it on her social media, captioned, “Encountered a little boy

a sarcastic comment under the

stripes, aren't you?” Leonel jumped

just clear things up.” Edwin couldn't resist chiming in, “The plot thickens. Who's

the stir her post had caused, putting her phone away after scanning the

throughout their meal, conspicuously avoiding any mention of Melissa. This approach allowed Julie to relax

that establishing ties with the Fowlers might ultimately benefit Melissa and

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well taken care of, ordering a child-friendly

and mused about Marcus’

resolve, taking comfort in the thought that if the Fowler family embraced Matthew with open arms, she could find peace in

He's even met him.”

by the acknowledgment, downplayed her role. “It's nothing. These past years have been tough on Melissa.”

occasion. Supporting herself and

conversation, Alexis’ phone buzzed with incoming messages from Marcus, inquiring

informed Julie with a smile, “Marcus is on his way to join us for lunch.” Julie, coming from a modest background, felt her nerves spike at the

entrance shortly after, his appearance impeccable in a white

to stand, Alexis signaled for her

Julie with a nod before taking his place beside Matthew, visibly restraining himself from

hint of pride. “This is my uncle! Isn't he handsome?” Matthew, too young to grasp the compliment fully, was simply in awe of Marcus's

share. You can consider

silent, recalling Julie's caution about strangers, no matter how friendly

touched Matthew's head, offering a simple “Good boy!" This interaction caught Alexis’ attention, a quiet observer of

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kind touch, Matthew couldn't resist looking up at him, their eyes meeting in a moment filled

was uncharted territory. He had observed Edwin

nature of their actions, experiencing firsthand the profound connection between a

through, it almost caught him off guard. “Sir, why do

replied, his voice rougher than

he could catch the scent of milk that seemed to cling to the two-year-old. There was an unmistakable freshness, a baby’s scent,

an urge to embrace the

to smile, revealed two small

hold me?" Matthew reached out, his voice a command more than a

his lap, and showered him

and adults alike were drawn to Marcus's

ordered two desserts, one for Evelyn

excitement, said, “I love this. It's been ages since I had

not shy

unable to resist Matthew's charm, and snapped a few more

to feed Matthew, who glanced shyly towards Julie, cheeks tinted with a

feed him?" Julie

declared, “I can eat by myself.” while sneaking a

saw

gently tracing Matthew's face as if searching for a hidden message. He touched Matthew tenderly, protective and full

without him saying

a hushed tone, she shared, “He's thrived these

shines through.” Marcus simply

Matthew to his seat, Marcus observed

to himself. He's not one to warm up to others quickly.” Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join &

quipped, “You're quite the

He looked so adorable.

smile from the boy. Alexis couldn't help but remark, “He takes after

Marcus and Alexis before

you take Matthew to the mall after your meal? He's outgrown his clothes again. Pick out some new shoes and trousers for

for yourself,

and trousers soon.” Marcus caught Alexis’ glance, checked his watch, and

the cost, evident in her willingness to invest in his

familiar with their frequent visits,

all their visits, sparking curiosity and speculation among them. Julie, upon catching wind of their

could he not have a father? How do you think he

Marcus cradling Matthew in his arms,

this gentleman?” one of the assistants inquired, noting Marcus’

Julie managed a courteous yet insincere smile. “He's recently returned from abroad. Life's been modest for him in Duefron.” This seemed to reassure the assistant, who perhaps felt that if Marcus was truly

a pair of limited edition shoes retailing for over four